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#WestYorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has unveiled proposals for a new tram system that will run between #Leeds and #Bradford, with a later extension to #Dewsbury also a possibility. Subject to being agreed at a final Combined Authority meeting this week, this will represent a major step forward for the area’s proposed mass transit scheme. The first phase is planned to begin construction in 2028 and begin operation by the early 2030s. Future phases are intended to follow and the Combined Authority plan to work with Kirklees Council to look into how to include a Dewsbury Line in future. The full network is projected to be completed by 2040. The first phase would include two lines between Leeds and Bradford: The Leeds Line and the Bradford Line. The Leeds Line would take people between St James’ Hospital, through Leeds city centre and on to Elland Road and the White Rose Shopping Centre. The Bradford Line would run from Leeds city centre to Bradford city centre – also linking Bradford Forster Square station with the new Bradford rail station. This line supports Bradford’s plans to regenerate the city’s southern gateway, which includes the new Bradford rail station. A consultation this summer will see the public asked for their views on potential route options for the first phase of #masstransit The Combined Authority will also work on a £1 million Mass Transit development fund to be set aside to support the Dewsbury Line Development Project, which will look into how to get mass transit to connect #Kirklees with Leeds. The mass transit system will form a key part of a wider integrated transport system in the region, integrating with bus, rail, cycling and walking, so that everyone can get across the region with ease. The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, said: ‘Today is a key milestone in our plan to create a better-connected region that works for all. By setting out our plans to submit to government, we are taking a major step forward towards the biggest infrastructure project West Yorkshire has seen since the development of the motorways six decades ago. ‘This will be transformational for the North, helping our communities to thrive and our economy to flourish – benefitting generations to come with greater opportunity and prosperity. ‘We know that mass transit systems have successfully helped to regenerate areas right across the country by boosting connectivity, opportunity and prosperity – and we will work tirelessly to make sure that happens here in West Yorkshire.’ 🔻🔻🔻 Click/tap image below to see video on YouTube 🔻🔻🔻

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Specific to NW Arkansas, ARDOT is currently planning a 7 mile stretch of highway north of Springdale that will cost $180m. For comparison, that would also be around the cost for ARDOT to install safe, separated bike path along every state highway within NWA city limits. ARDOT, instead, refuses to spend a cent on bike infrastructure, even forcing the cities to fund the bike paths along Hwy 112's improvement project. I once heard the phrase, "Don't tell me your values. Tell me your budget, and I will tell you your values." It's crystal clear, from ARDOT's budget and design standards, that they value the fast throughput of cars at all costs, even if that cost is NWA residents' life and limb.

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There are few better symbols for the #bipartisaninfrastructurelaw than the Brent Spence Bridge. This bridge, which carries 3% of the nation’s GDP annually, was built in 1963 and designed to carry 80,000 vehicles a day. Today it carries 160,000 vehicles a day and is in urgent need of expansion and repair. Thanks to the Bipartisan #Infrastructure Law, the dream of decades is becoming a reality. While we often say there are no Republican bridges or Democratic roads, it was an honor to speak with Democratic Governor of Kentucky Andy Beshear and Republican Governor of Ohio Mike DeWine about the importance of this bridge for their states and the nation. Different political parties. One vision for economic growth and investment. Bipartisan infrastructure.

Did you know over 50 years ago, King County voters rejected a rapid transit system that would have been 75% funded by the federal government? Seattle would have looked a lot different than it does today. Fast forward, Seattle now has a light rail transportation system and with a plan to expand commuters and residents will have easier access to the city and surrounding areas. Sylwia Jarosz discusses in this video what the light rail means for real estate and how the expansion plan could affect your investment and home. . . . #everydoorrealestate #realestate #washingtonrealestate #edre #everydoorre #residentialrealestate #seattle #pnwlife #lightrailexpansion #masstransit #transportation #masstransportation #trainsystem #lightrailseattle #lightrail #lightrailtrain #everett #tacoma #downtownseattle #seattlewa #sodo #ballard #redmondwa #westseattle #publictransportation

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Now we know. -- William Phelps Eno William Phelps Eno, often referred to as the "Father of Traffic Safety," was an American businessman and innovator who played a pivotal role in the development of early road safety and traffic control measures. Despite never learning to drive a car himself, Eno's contributions have had a lasting impact on the way we navigate our streets and cities. Here are some highlights of his life and work: - Born: June 3, 1858, in New York City. - Education: Attended Hopkins Grammar School, Williston Academy, and graduated from Yale University in 1882. - Innovations: Credited with creating the stop sign, pedestrian crosswalk, traffic circle, one-way street, taxi stand, and pedestrian safety islands. - Traffic Plans: Developed the first traffic plans for major cities like New York, London, and Paris. His rotary traffic plan was implemented at Columbus Circle in New York City in 1905, at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris in 1907, and at Piccadilly Circus in London in 1926. - Publications: Wrote the first-ever manual of police traffic regulations and authored "Rules of the Road" in 1903. - Legacy: Founded the Eno Transportation Foundation in 1921 to promote improvements in transportation and traffic management. Eno passed away on December 3, 1945, in Norwalk, Connecticut, but his legacy continues to influence modern transportation and traffic systems around the world. #inspirationalquote #motivationalquote #wisdomquotes #lifelesson