2. Background Cincinnati metropolitan area Population 2.1 million The rural areas surrounding the city Make up 85% of the population Three primary interests (I-74, I-75 & I-71) Main routes into downtown Traffic flow
3. Topic Problem Traffic congestion in the Cincinnati metropolitan area Increased pollution Wasted time for commuters Increased fuel consumption Why? In effects everyone one way or the other
5. Criteria and Standards Space Must have enough space for tracks, stations, wire, and parking. Research dimensions and requirements for a light rail car system. Then determine if Cincinnati can support it. Cost Must not exceed $20 million per mile. Compare similar systems in other cities. Research what it would take to have a successful light rail system.
6. Resources/Research Internet http://www.census.gov http://www.lightrailnow.org/contact.htm http://www.oki.org/studies/index.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Light_rail Interview Kelly Martha, City Traffic Engineer
