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Originally Posted by Flames Draft Watcher
Thats a weird assumption. The point of public transit in my mind is to ease traffic and parking concerns, especially where downtown in concerned. But it also can promote environmental concerns by lessening pollution and our need for gas. Its not meant simply for the poorest people but should be an alternative for everyone.
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That's not really correct either, and a bit simplistic. However, it is probably closer to how expansions and improvements to Calgary's system have been justified and motivated in the past. That is changing a bit though.
Any mode of transport (walking, cycling, boat, aircraft, rail, bus, car, etc.) on their most basic level is simply a means of moving people or goods from point A to point B. The most common in an urban setting (walk, cycle, bus, rail, car) all have their place in the system. A balanced approach of ensuring that each one is as viable an option as possible is best.
EDIT: Sorry ken, back on topic.