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Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame
If you think about it, a BRT system - assuming minimal movement interruptions and regular service - would be the most cost effective mode. But it has to be an equally attractive option as a train. I think the BRT option is worth exploring first before trains, especially if the existing road infrastructure will cater to improvements to make BRT fast and reliable.
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BRT can also be implemented [relatively] quickly, and doesn't lead to as many messy signals/intersections. And it's more flexible.
For a sprawled city like ours, I think it makes a ton of sense to build BRT ROWs in as many choke points as possible.