[urbanactivist]

Light vs. heavy rail isn't the issue at all. What we're really arguing about is TOD and what systems can bring it about the best. It could be a grade-separated rickshaw lane for all I care. As long as people use it to get from point A to point B (with stops in between) then it works. Use it enough to encourage living by the system and it REALLY works.

Many cities just aren't ready for full-scale subway. It's still seen as too expensive and somewhat dangerous. But a blended system like Buffalo or Dallas strikes that perfect balance for a city that has subway potential down the line, but needs real transit solutions for today.