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The Detroit People Mover: The Skyway's Sister System
Like Jacksonville's Skyway, the Detroit People Mover is an elevated and automated people mover system serving the downtown core.
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JTA Commuter Rail Study Begins
Last Thursday, JTA's commuter rail citizens advisory panel held its first meeting. While nothing shocking was highlighted that hasn't been already covered on Metro Jacksonville, consultants did discuss several considerations that will have an impact on Jacksonville's ability to win federal...
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Commuter Rail Stations: How far apart should they be?
Many believe that commuter rail stations must be spaced, on average, at least 5 miles apart. However, the most efficient systems space their stations according to the needs of each corridor. Not all commuter rail lines operate under these parameters.
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The Jacksonville Regional Transportation Center
On January 10, 2008, the FDOT hosted a public hearing to showcase their plans for a new $147.65 million transportation hub.
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Syracuse: When Rail Fails
In 1994, Syracuse, NY became the smallest city in the United States to have regional rail service. After 13 years of rocky service, the plug was pulled on On-Track this past Summer. Metro Jacksonville examines why rail went wrong and what does it mean for Jacksonville.
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Seattle Streetcar Opens
On December 12, elected officials joined the public to commemorate the official start of streetcar operations between Seattle's downtown core and the fast-growing South Lake Union neighborhood.
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JTA: BRT is Better! Metro Jacksonville Responds
Last week, JTA published an article proclaiming that BRT is the best solution for Jacksonville despite what others may say. Today, Metro Jacksonville responds by pointing out why JTA is mistaken in their proposal.
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JTA: Why BRT is the Better Choice for Jacksonville
The full text of JTA's article from their in house newsletter follows: If you ask people whether they would rather ride a bus or a train ? most would probably choose a train. There has long been a fascination and a certain romance in this country for trains. Trains are part of the fabric of America....
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Metro Jacksonville's Rail Plan
For too long the question has been How do we want our transit network to work best? The question should be: How do we want our city and neighborhoods to work best.
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Ten Reasons to Oppose JTA's Transit Plan
Here are ten reasons why you should have serious concerns about JTA's proposed Bus Rapid Transit system.
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