Transit News in Raleigh

Raleigh’s bus system is in many ways inadequate for its present and growing population. Along with an unreliable schedule, less than 10% of Raleigh bus stops have benches. The , along with Have a Seat NC, is hosting a design charrette to address this problem.

Raleigh isn’t the most bike friendly place but that has never stopped the area’s forward thinkers from using this alternative transit.  Any day of the week you will see dozens of cyclists around town sliding through traffic.  Thats why its so disturbing to hear news like what the N&O reported yesterday.  NC State student Brian Reid, just 21, hit and killed 60 year old Nancy Leidy who was cycling. 

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The company handling research for Raleigh’s Comprehensive Bicycle Plan is soliciting public feedback.  The first workshop was a success with a strong turn out- now there is an opportunity for anyone to submit their thoughts using the survey here.

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The Triangle’s Special Transit Advisory Commission (STAC) has released its vision plan and recommendations for our region.  The draft of this comprehensive report, which can be found HERE, addresses the effects of growth and transportation on our economy, our environment, our communities, and the future of the Triangle.
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The City of Raleigh recently spent 5.5 million of Federal Transit Administration grant money to purchase 15 new buses for the city.  From 9 to 11 this morning, you can go to Nash Square and see these new Biodiesel-fueled buses, and have the chance to tour one.  More...