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Originally Posted by 202_Cyclist
I saw this article on Tuesday.
Atlanta Beltline light rail advocates rally to expedite transit plans
By Meimei Xu
WABE
August 19th, 2024
"Advocates for light rail on the Beltline are urging the City of Atlanta and its public transit system to move forward with development.
Around 40 people gathered at a Saturday rally organized by Beltline Rail Now, a group pushing to extend the Atlanta Streetcar and build light rail along the 22-mile loop..."
https://www.wabe.org/atlanta-beltline-light-rail-advocates-rally-to-expedite-transit-plans/ |
To be honest, the Beltline needs light rail. Without a light rail system, the entire Beltline lacks effective transportation, making it impossible to eliminate inequalities between areas, and hindering the overall connectivity of the Beltline. This imbalance in the popularity of different Beltline areas cannot be resolved. In the new century, we shouldn't have such a state of regional isolation. We need to link the entire Beltline's transportation network, integrating it with the subway to create a radial, comprehensive transportation grid. This way, we won't need to drive to get to many places. The Beltline is different from the HighLine. it’s not just a park for exercise—it’s a transportation route with the attributes of an exercise park.
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