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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

WE WANT TO BE LIKE PORTLAND, the question is why?

What is it that they see that I cannot see in this? It's obviously not about transit riders, development then? Where has the MAX  spurred development? The pearl is a good example of the streetcar and how that tempted affluent yuppies to buy high priced condos partly because they have a 'free' streetcar out the front door. But where else has light rail made that much difference? The yellow line is basically a dud, the green line is nice but jeez, big deal. The WES is carrying more people and its very nice, but necessary? HARDLY! I just don't get it, what's with this church of light rail and why are so many people fixated on it?
Mayor challenges City Council to be bold and fund rail projects | Ballard News-Tribune

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