Having grown up in the DC Metro area, I witnessed, at first, the hesitation to utilize public transportation and then the realization that it may be the best or only way to move around the area. It’s unfortunate that it takes decades to implement but it’s pretty clear that Mecklenburg County is going to continue to grow population-wise so best to support the plan. Otherwise, the gridlock will only worsen.
There are so many reasons to support this tax increase and the subsequent transit plan. But if I’m being honest, I would barely trust the decision makers with a pack of gum. I wish we had better leadership that could be counted on.
I believe it helps all perspectives recognize the benefits of multi-modal transit when we make this clear: even people who prefer to stay in their cars will benefit when others choose alternative modes like biking, buses, trains, or walking. These “choice riders” reduce the number of cars on the road, which benefits everyone. That’s why investing in non-road transit options helps all commuters, regardless of their preferred mode.
The reaction “Why should I pay more in taxes for buses and trains if I never use them?” lacks sound logic for this reason.
Having grown up in the DC Metro area, I witnessed, at first, the hesitation to utilize public transportation and then the realization that it may be the best or only way to move around the area. It’s unfortunate that it takes decades to implement but it’s pretty clear that Mecklenburg County is going to continue to grow population-wise so best to support the plan. Otherwise, the gridlock will only worsen.
There are so many reasons to support this tax increase and the subsequent transit plan. But if I’m being honest, I would barely trust the decision makers with a pack of gum. I wish we had better leadership that could be counted on.
I believe it helps all perspectives recognize the benefits of multi-modal transit when we make this clear: even people who prefer to stay in their cars will benefit when others choose alternative modes like biking, buses, trains, or walking. These “choice riders” reduce the number of cars on the road, which benefits everyone. That’s why investing in non-road transit options helps all commuters, regardless of their preferred mode.
The reaction “Why should I pay more in taxes for buses and trains if I never use them?” lacks sound logic for this reason.