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This article examines the alternative methods, used by the city of Seattle, USA, to overcome increasing traffic congestion. In a March 1995 referendum, 53% of voters rejected a proposal by its Regional Transit Authority (RTA) for a light-rail and commuter rail system for the area. The city already has many unusual measures to discourage single-occupancy car use and encourage alternatives. New alternatives being advocated include buses, cycling, and telecommuting. Commuting by bicycle is expected to play a major part in reducing car use. Seattle already has a long-term bicycle provision plan, whose measures include: (1) cycle paths; (2) cycle lanes in roads; and (3) bicycle racks on the fronts of buses, each of which can carry up to two bicycles. Bicycle lockers are also being installed at various park- and-ride locations. An extensive network of High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes is expected. A new law requires less driving by lone commuters.
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Authors:
- DAVENPORT, P
- Publication Date: 1995
Language
- English
Media Info
- Features: References;
- Pagination: p. 73-5
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Serial:
- GLOBAL TRANSPORT
- Publisher: STROUDGATE PLC
- ISSN: 1357-7514
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Bicycles; Bikeways; Buses; Equipment; Numbers; Park and ride; Railroad transportation; Traffic congestion; Urban areas; Vehicle occupants
- Uncontrolled Terms: Traffic relief
- ITRD Terms: 1211: Bicycle; 1272: Bus; 632: Congestion (traffic); 2722: Cycle track; 3674: Equipment; 6432: Number; 958: Park and ride; 1173: Rail bound transport; 631: Traffic relief; 313: Urban area; 1715: Vehicle occupant
- Subject Areas: Passenger Transportation; Pedestrians and Bicyclists; Public Transportation; Railroads; Terminals and Facilities;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00711258
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: Transport Research Laboratory
- Files: ITRD
- Created Date: Sep 20 1995 12:00AM