The Purpose for a Transit Investment according to the Urban Rail Alternatives Evaluation. Do you agree?

Austin Transportation Department presented their Urban Rail Alternatives Evaluation to the Austin City Council. This is the first phase of an ongoing planning effort to explore Austin's options for a rail system serving key urban destinations and adding connections to the regional transit and mobility network. All week we will be exploring and want to hear your thoughts about this study. Be heard!

The Purpose for a Transit Investment :

•  Improve connections between key existing and emerging destinations
•  Improve the regional transportation network by providing connections among transit modes
•  Increase the person‐moving capacity of the transportation network with a new higher‐capacity option.
•  Provide benefits to the community by supporting sustainable land use planning, adding public amenities, and improving access to destinations.
•  Invest in transit improvements with the greatest benefits to the built and natural environments
•  Invest in transit improvements that support existing economies, catalyze economic growth, and provide economic benefits for users

Making Transportation Smarter – Introduction