It isn't merely where we're going. It's how we're getting there. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, the 2030 Transit Corridor System Plan will employ several different modes of transportation to meet the many needs of our citizens.
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Light Rail Transit (LRT). Powered by an overhead electric line, LRT can operate in exclusive and semiexclusive rights-of-way, serving dedicated stations spaced as far as a mile apart. Streetcar. The 21st century's version of early 20th century technology, streetcars are a viable option for corridors with high bus patronage. Combining the design and innovation of light rail, they are smaller than LRT vehicles, and by operating in mixed traffic, they allow passengers to get on and off at stops along the street rather than at stations.
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Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). As comfortable as it is modern, BRT offers fast, flexible service by employing signal prioritization, on-line stations and off-vehicle ticketing. The low-floor, high-capacity, rubber-tired vehicles are also versatile, utilizing exclusive dedicated lanes and easily transitioning to in-street operation.
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Commuter Rail. Perfect for longer trips or traveling to outlying areas from Center City, commuter rail trains consist of locomotive-pulled passenger cars. Stations are usually spaced two or more miles apart, and passengers typically use the train to commute to and from their places of employment.
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Streetcar. The 21st century's version of early 20thcentury technology, streetcars are a viable option for corridors with high bus patronage. Combining the design and innovation of light rail, they are smaller than LRT vehicles, and by operating in mixed traffic, they allow passengers to get on and off at stops along the street rather than at stations.
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Enhanced Bus. Operating with several of the features of BRT, this service offers enhanced passenger stops and frequent service. The use of bus guideways could be limited to locations of severe highway congestion, or where a lack of available streets necessitates guideway construction.
Buses. The foundation of any transit system, buses offer the most choices for destinations, routes, stops and accessibility. The 2030 Transit Corridor System Plan calls for the creation of cross-town routes and feeder connections to link with rapid transit lines. It also calls for increased bus services in the areas between rapid transit corridors.
Other Services. While the above services will accommodate the vast majority of riders, CATS will also expand its other important services such as neighborhood shuttles, employment center shuttles, Special Transportation Service, Vanpool and carpooling services.
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