This feasibility study examines installing a light rail car system in Cincinnati to address traffic congestion and pollution from commuters. The population of the Cincinnati metropolitan area is over 2 million people, with 85% living in the surrounding rural areas that rely on three major interstates to access downtown. The study will research light rail systems in other cities and determine if Cincinnati has sufficient space and funding below $20 million per mile to support a light rail system that could benefit city officials and students.

1. IntroductionInstalling a Light Rail Car system in CincinnatiA feasibility StudyBy: Mike Hoon

2. BackgroundCincinnati metropolitan area Population 2.1 millionThe rural areas surrounding the cityMake up 85% of the populationThree primary interests (I-74, I-75 & I-71)Main routes into downtownTraffic flow

3. TopicProblemTraffic congestion in the Cincinnati metropolitan areaIncreased pollutionWasted time for commutersIncreased fuel consumptionWhy?In effects everyone one way or the other

4. AudienceCity OfficialsStudents

5. Criteria and StandardsSpaceMust 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. CostMust 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/ResearchInternethttp://www.census.govhttp://www.lightrailnow.org/contact.htmhttp://www.oki.org/studies/index.htmlhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Light_railInterviewKelly Martha, City Traffic Engineer

7. QuestionsAny Questions?