Light Rail

Honolulu Light Rail Plans Expected to Receive Nearly $1 Billion

Politicians in Washington D.C. are getting behind Honolulu's plans for a $3.7 billion light rail system, calling it the "most efficient light rail project in the country".
9 April 2008 - 6:00am
Great Falls Connection

Atlanta's Streetcars Sidetracked

Atlanta's ambitious plans for inner-city rail were downsized, as New Urbanist Andres Duany criticized the City's implementation of his vision for streetcars in Midtown Atlanta.
28 March 2008 - 6:00am
Atlanta Journal Constitution

Funding Remains Uncertain for Sydney's 'Grand Project'

A major plan to improve Sydney's walkability, urban design and public transit system have been applauded throughout the city. The only problem is figuring out how to pay for it.
27 March 2008 - 8:00am
The Sydney Morning Herald

Auckland Investing $1.2 Billion To Fix Rail Woes

As commuters face delays and frustrations with aging infrastructure, the government in Auckland, New Zealand has announced plans to invest more than $1 billion in its regional rail system.
5 March 2008 - 6:00am
The New Zealand Herald

Light Rail Pits Planning Against Parenthood

Sat, 11/10/2007 - 12:07

Yes, yes. We all want to save the children. They are our most precious resource and hold the key to our future. Let them lead the way, and please, lord, don't let them get run over by a train.

Fortunately, most American kids face no such danger because they are held safe in far-flung suburbs where conformity and the cocoon of the strip mall tend to their well-being. They are growing up strong and worldly behind gates and in perfect communities far from the strife of the city, where art, culture, diversity, adventure, and freedom might stimulate them just a little too much.

Can Transit Link A Sprawling County?

Tue, 07/03/2007 - 10:35

I’ve confirmed that it is possible to take public transportation to the most suburban of suburban locations: the outlet mall.

Can Light Rail Save Peachtree Street?

Wed, 02/21/2007 - 20:25

A long time ago in a previous design office, I made the mistake of engaging a light rail fanatic in a debate about whether Peachtree Street in Atlanta should be adorned with a light rail line. The debate turned into a protracted email diatribe about the pros and cons of light rail and whether this specific idea made any sense.

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