Sentences with phrase «of public transportation options»

This is due to the lack of sprawl and the low energy needs thanks to the abundance of public transportation options.

While many associations are educating and promoting projects currently under construction, other associations are active in advocating for development and expansion of public transportation options.

Luckily, residents are within close proximity to a variety of public transportation options, recreation facilities, and abundant retail shopping.

And while one reason for that is the lack of public transportation options compared to nations with higher gas taxes — many in the US have no other choice to drive, and thus a tax on their transportation option is seen as unfair — it also stands to reason that it doesn't need to be that low.

Congestion pricing would probably drive more people, especially at the low end of the income scale, to take advantage of public transportation options, but that would also require additional subsidies since ticket sales would not pay for the service increases that would be required to accommodate the additional demand.

Parking is not exactly plentiful on the cobbled streets of Old Town, but there are plenty of public transportation options to get around town.

Not exact matches

We have to look at this say and say, «How do we make sure the public has the widest possible range of ground transportation options and technologies that are safe and affordable and convenient for them, and the rules between those options are fair and equitable?»

Last April, Daimler launched Moovel, a series of apps that allow users to book and pay for public transportation and see how well it integrates with other transit options, such as bike - or ride - hailing services, to get to a final destination.

The state Public Service Commission approved the Cherry Creek Pipeline project Monday, saying it will provide a safer transportation option and help reduce the wasteful flaring of excess natural gas in the oil patch, The Bismarck Tribune...

Turning its Moovel app into a one - stop shop where users can access many different transportation options — including the popular ride - hailing and public transportation services they already use — is a clever way for Daimler to wedge itself into the future of urban mobility.

Since that launch, Daimler has grown the Moovel app's utility by incorporating an increasing variety of transportation options, including public transportation, ride - hailing, and car - and bike - sharing services.

We need to begin reducing the number of vehicles on our roadways, and the best ways to accomplish that is to invest in public transit infrastructure and embrace innovative transportation options that offer alternatives to conventional driving and car ownership,» says Black.

Examine commercial ride - hailing as one of a mix of innovative transportation options which includes public transportation and «active transit.»

The BTTC will work throughout the Lower Mainland with speeches, public appearances, editorial boards, digital media efforts and other ways to help ensure Metro Vancouver voters understand the benefits of expanded transportation options.

Other important considerations around fairness must also be addressed, such as whether to provide charge - free access options or routes to ensure accessibility and inclusivity, whether to charge individuals a congestion fee for driving where alternative modes of transportation are not available (e.g. the lack of public transit in rural areas), whether the charge for commercial and private vehicles differs or not, and whether individuals living further away from urban areas and thus travelling further distances should face a higher charge than individuals living in urban areas.

The draft recommendations made today by the City of Toronto mark a critical step in increasing public transportation options.

and they'll be able to use those 11 million dollar cars for the other 310 days (41 home games regular season and 8 post season home games) Public transportation isn't cheap,... until you add up the true cost of other options (building new roads, parking, traffic congestion) Compare the cost to the BART / Oakland Airport connector!

Cloth diapering really is not that hard (and it is way cheaper than disposables), carpooling to work or taking public transportation is a viable option for thousands of parents who work in cities, and doing other simple things like recycling as much as possible, using washable napkins instead of paper - towels, using 100 % post-consumer recycled toilet paper (even just once in a while), and using a handkerchief instead of kleenex are all simple life - changes that can add up to seriously changing your carbon footprint.

«New York is now one step closer to enabling increased transportation options for riders; allowing for greater economic opportunity for drivers; and creating benefits to the community like reducing impaired driving and CO2 emissions,» said David Mack, the senior director of public affairs at Lyft.

«The administration has engaged the industry and the public on developing a statewide transportation network and has discussed a variety of options and issues,» Cuomo spokeswoman Beth DeFalco said in a statement Wednesday evening.

But MADD Executive Director Richard Mallow says the current system of allowing taxi and limousine commissions in certain municipalities — such as Suffolk and Nassau continues — «has not served the public well» when it comes to current transportation options.

Ali Najmi, an attorney and activist, Bob Friedrich, a local civic leader, Sally Frank, a staffer to Comptroller Scott Stringer, and Rebecca Lynch, a former Democratic district leader, are all said to be considering campaigns for the bucolic eastern Queens district, where public transportation options are limited and a booming South Asian population is changing the make - up of the once predominately white neighborhoods.

Improved access to public transportation and the availability of other options like car sharing services should be explored by both Erie County and the City of Buffalo.

Lynch told POLITICO New York there is «a lot that needs to happen» in the «outer - outer boroughs,» like improved traffic and pedestrian safety in a district where a majority of constituents drive, improving public transportation options and infrastructure and bringing more attention to the challenges of being a homeowner.

The benefits of Lyft are clear: increased transportation options, economic opportunities for individuals and communities and enhanced public safety.»

New housing, businesses, waking up sleepy Main Street By Kathy Kahn The NYS Department of Transportation held a public workshop for Sloatsburg residents on April 27, presenting two options for the repurposing of Route 17, the village's major thoroughfare.

Lawmakers want a portion of that money to be dedicated to local public transit agencies to help them deal with expected ridership declines to the new services and to help fund programs to expand transportation options for disabled people.

OLEV is a groundbreaking technology that accelerates the development of purely electric vehicles as a viable option for future transportation systems, be they personal vehicles or public transit.

Still, Carnegie Mellon's Singh sees a long road ahead filled with lots of testing, analysis, regulation and efforts to win the public's trust before the technology becomes a viable transportation option.

The National Geographic Society's annual Greendex analysis of global consumption habits finds that Americans are least likely of all people to use public transportation — only seven percent make use of transit options for daily commuting.

The public transportation (the «T») makes Boston a wonderful option to travel solo, with a group of friends, or on a family getaway.

On the importance of government, for example, Brian Eschbacher, executive director of Planning and Enrollment Services in Denver Public Schools, described policies and systems in Denver that help make choice work better in the real world: a streamlined enrollment system to make choosing easier for families, more flexible transportation options for families, a common performance framework and accountability system for traditional and charter schools to ensure all areas of a city have quality schools, and a system that gives parents the information they need to choose schools confidently.

Ensure quality public schools are accessible to all families in Los Angeles by supporting the improvement of existing schools, a needs - based expansion of quality school options and improved school transportation availability

Safe non-motorized transportation options, combined with access to public transportation, are critical components of a transportation network that connects people — especially low - income households — with jobs, education, and essential services, providing «ladders of opportunity.»

The U.S. Department of Transportation provided a $ 5.6 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grant to help the city provide more transportation options and reconstruct the street networks to better serve a broad range of users, including drivers, public transportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people withTransportation provided a $ 5.6 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grant to help the city provide more transportation options and reconstruct the street networks to better serve a broad range of users, including drivers, public transportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people withTransportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grant to help the city provide more transportation options and reconstruct the street networks to better serve a broad range of users, including drivers, public transportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people withtransportation options and reconstruct the street networks to better serve a broad range of users, including drivers, public transportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people withtransportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people with disabilities.

When we opened the maps application and entered an address or searched a point of interest, we had the option of getting directions via public transportation, a car, or even walking.

Public transportation connects different parts of the city, so this is another option to get anywhere you want in no time.

There is a long list of items you can use your rewards for, including timeshares, cruises, discount travel sites, and most public transportation options.

Gas prices average about $ 4 per gallon, but with 43 % of people commuting a half hour or more to work, public transportation is not a viable option for as many people compared to the cities higher on the list.

People with longer commutes are more likely to require their own transportation because as the time and distance of a commute increases, the likelihood of public transportation being a viable option decreases.

London also boasts a fantastic selection of both public and private transportation options for getting around.

Once you're in Wales, public transportation is easy to navigate, and you of course have the option to rent a car.

This is a great option for those who prefer to avoid the hassle of public transportation at their arrival to Paris.

There is a long list of items you can use your rewards for, including timeshares, cruises, discount travel sites, and most public transportation options.

The best business hotels in Hanoi are ideal stay options for those travelling on business, featuring an extensive range of state - of - the - art facilities, easy access to public transportation, cosy guestrooms, as well as onsite restaurants and lounges.

With great public transportation systems and many options you can get around the area easily and see more of the local sights.

There are no good public transportation options from the airport so make sure to book an airport shuttle ahead of time (or take a taxi).

Because of its remote location and a lack of public transportation, Lo So Shing Beach is a good option if you're looking for a beach that doesn't host hordes of sun - worshippers.

There are plenty of options to get around the island including public transportation, bikes, rental cars, and by foot.

Wide range of travel redemption options, including airfare, hotels, car rentals, travel packages, taxis and public transportation