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Originally Posted by SebC
A lot of those connections already exist though. Bridgeland to Sunnyside? Take take the train downtown, swap trains, you're in Sunnyside.
Vic Park to Sunnyside? One train.
Vic Park to Bridgeland? Two trains.
Beltline/Mission to Sunnyside? #3 bus, then a train.
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A lot of these include the scourge of mass transit, the dreaded transfer. The on-peak frequency reduces the negative impact of a transfer but on the evenings and weekend the off-peak frequency makes it an issue.
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Originally Posted by SebC
An inner city line might be nice in isolation, but given the choice I think I'd pick the 8th Ave Subway and high frequencies on key bus routes instead. After all, having room to get on on the train at Vic Park doesn't just make it so that you can get to Sunnyside, it gets you to the University as well which the inner city loop does not do.
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It might not be the highest priority but with the backlog CT has it will continue to lose out for quite some time if we go solely on a capacity-led prioritization process. In terms of practicality, I'm starting to think the development benefits of a tram might be the driving factor in getting it built. I think a circle tram line would help spur development along major corridors in Centre City, especially corridors that link the Beltline with the CBD. Strong linkages would greatly add to the desirability of the core by increasing not only mobility but also accessibility.