Originally Posted by
shane453
It seems like the failed systems were the ones that called themselves BRT, but weren't really. If BRT has dedicated lanes, boarding platforms, less frequent stops, and essentially looks and operates like light rail, it has been successful. BRT in Cleveland and LA has been pretty successful. And since you give the BRT its own lanes, it can eventually provide right of way to replace the line with rail based transportation. I think Classen and NW Ex are set up really well to receive BRT that could eventually evolve into rail.
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