McFarlane: Sidewalks and Bike Lanes Needed in Transit Plan
From the News & Observer...
“When it comes to public transportation, the Triangle needs a “comprehensive system” that allows people to easily walk or ride a bike to their destination after they get off a bus or train, Raleigh’s mayor says.
“It’s not just connecting dots doing light rail and connecting with commuter rail and bus rapid transit,” Nancy McFarlane said. “It’s more than just the spine. When you get off the spot, you’ve got to get to where you’re going.”
McFarlane and Durham Mayor Steve Schewel were among several North Carolina city leaders who attended an annual meeting of the United States Conferences of Mayors this month in Washington, D.C. Nearly 250 mayors from across the country attended the three-day conference to share ideas and connect with federal officials.
The conference focused in part on how to get more cars off the road, a popular topic in the Triangle. ...”
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