NashTransit

JB at Imagine Title Here asks some good questions about Bus Rapid Transit, in response to yesterday's City Paper article. Is mere BRT 'Light' (without a dedicated lane) enough to get BRT established and accepted in Nashville?

He compares to the choice to begin passenger rail in Nashville by building a route to Lebanon. While less expensive to build than other options, that's not where the most demand is.

That's a difference - there is demonstrated demand for public transportation along the route to Gallatin. the #26 route is far and away the best performing MTA route. BRT, even in incomplete form, will get used. When funds are available to free up or build a dedicated traffic lane, all the better.

Still, the City Paper has a point - being stuck in traffic on a BRT bus isn't much different from being stuck in traffic on a regular bus. Only a dedicated lane will highlight the distinct advantages of commuting by BRT. Here's hoping we get to see it's full potential soon.

# posted by drewbert @ 11:40 PM 0 Comments

MTA has posted the first draft of its Strategic Master Plan. Lots and lots of details. They've put a whole lot of work into this.

A few things coming soon: Bus Rapid Transit along Gallatin Road is starting in September. Fifteen stops between Music City Central and Sam's Club. At peak times, it will have a 15 minute frequency. Also, look for a Downtown Circulator route coming in the spring.

# posted by drewbert @ 3:19 PM 0 Comments

Since Nance Arena Landport is on land potentially to be used for a new convention center, MTA is now moving those transfers to Music City Central. This makes up many of the route changes effective August 2.

Metro magnet schools are changing start times to accommodate: Tennessean

# posted by drewbert @ 8:34 AM 0 Comments