Economic Development – Encourages private investors to build or renovate homes and businesses near transit stations. In addition to increased property values, taxes are generated from new jobs.

Traffic Congestion – With average daily traffic on major roadways expected to increase by 85 percent by 2020, the multi-modal mass transit provides much-needed alternatives to commuters facing daily gridlock.

Choice – A true multi-modal transportation system provides commuters with alternatives to the single-occupant vehicle.

Flexibility – When traditional modes of travel fail -due to construction, accidents or inclement weather, transit offers a more accessible and reliable transportation alternative.

Land Use and Sprawl – Transit is implemented in existing neighborhoods, so no new land is required. Future growth can be managed by adding capacity instead of paving new highways.

Air Pollution – Southcentral Pennsylvania includes three of the top 10 worst mid-size metro areas with soot pollution. Mass transit provides one tool to address this health issue by reducing vehicle emissions.

Energy and Parking Prices – As commuters pay steeper prices for gas and parking fees, more people struggle with the financial investment needed to get around. Transit provides a cost-effective alternative to many working families.

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