Comment 98232

By flamberian (registered) | Posted March 06, 2014 at 02:18:04 in reply to Comment 98224

Yes, I am aware of the grade options. Claremont is a feasible grade for LRT, but less direct than James Mtn Road, which is not feasible. Articulated trolleys, as are currently used in Vancouver, are the most flexible option for running up the mountain. Trolleys provide the best compromise - zero emissions, quiet, smooth operation, and the traction and power for the grade. Notwithstanding technology, ridership is only suitable for LRT between Mohawk College and downtown until the mountain population increases, due to the multitude of origins and destinations and low density. Bus operations provide a faster, more direct route downtown for mountain residents than invoking the necessity to transfer to an LRT. I'm not saying never, but let's build the B-Line first, which is a sure win, and then consider a phased approach to expanding the network as the city's transportation needs evolve.

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