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- 2. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks
- 3. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA How many audience members hail from... • a village? • a town? • a suburb? • a gateway city? • a major city?
- 4. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA How many audience members typically... • walk to work? • bike to work? • drive a car to work? • take a bus to work? • take a train/subway to work? • take more than one mode to work?
- 5. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA How many audience members use... • a bike share program likeHubway? • a car share program like ZipCar? • a ride hailing service like Lyft? • a sponsored shuttle like the LMA Shuttle?
- 6. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA How many audience members take... • 0-15 min to get to work? • 15-30 min to get to work? • 30-60 min to get to work? • 60+ min to get to work?
- 7. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Transportation is often siloed by mode, yet users transcend these boundaries. As towns and cities transform their existing systems, it is critical they are viewed as a single, cohesive network allowing maximum user flexibility.
- 8. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Alice Brown Project Manager, Go Boston 2030, Boston Dept. of Transportation • works with transportation planners, community engagement experts, and interagency partners to develop a multi-modal Action Plan through an extensive public engagement process. • holds master’s degrees in urban planning and education from the Graduate School of Design and Pace University, respectively. • has recently worked with LivableStreets on the Greenway Links initiative (now the Emerald Network), at Sasaki Associates on community engagement and disaster recovery, and for the Boston Bikes program.
- 9. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Amber Christoffersen Greenways Director, Mystic River Watershed Association • works to advance park and trail network development in the Mystic River Watershed in collaboration with partner groups, MyRWA staff and volunteers. • holds a master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the College of William and Mary. • worked on active transportation, open space and affordable housing projects in the Boston area and around the country, and recently launched and led the Emerald Network, a vision for 200 miles of seamless greenways in Metro Boston.
- 10. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Jackie DeWolfe Director of Sustainable Mobility, Massachusetts Dept. of Transportation • works to enhance multi-modal transportation across the Commonwealth and pilot new ideas by convening multi-disciplinary teamsof municipal partners, other state agencies, and nonprofit partners to drive change that will help the state meet its healthy transportation goals. • recipient of the 2011 National Advocate of the Year from The Alliance for Biking and Walking. • previously served as the Executive Director of LivableStreets Alliance, a non-profit that advocates for more complete street designs.
- 11. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Lead Designer, Gamble Assocaites • works as an architect and urban designer focusing on the reactivation of post-industrial urban waterfronts, institutional master planning, and neighborhood revitalization. • holds a master’s and bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Northeastern University. • founding co-chair of the forthcoming Boston Society of Architects Transportation Alliance. Brian Gregory
- 12. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks
- 13. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA How do you measure a successful transportation project today? How will you measure it in the future?
- 14. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA today at INTERSECTIONS we measure traffic volumes and levels of service ignoring • number of passengers per vehicle • non-motorized users of the intersection • real and perceived safety issues
- 15. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA today along CORRIDORS we look at average peak hour counts ignoring • the crush at the peak of the peak • seasonal variation • regular, but unanticipated, delays
- 16. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA today across the CITY we rely on US Census data and ACS estimates ignoring • that commutes are 20% of trips • the mix of modes available in cities today • the multimodality of single trips
- 17. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA today to plan for REGIONS we use regional transportation models ignoring • actions we can take to affect mode-split • changes in travel preferences, climate, and technology
- 18. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA * ACS 5-year data 2010-2013 Modes for Bostonian Commuters Today* 2030 Aspirational public transit 33% up by a third walk 14.5% up by almost a half bike 1.9% increase fourfold carpool 5.4% declines marginally drive alone 40.6% down by half other/work from home 4.5% slight increase
- 19. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks
- 20. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Upper Mystic Lake Lower Mystic Lake Fresh Pond Spy Pond Mystic River Alewife Reservation Chelsea Creek Malden River Mill Creek CAMBRIDGE SOMERVILLE BOSTON MEDFORD MALDEN WINCHESTER EVERETT CHELSEA ARLINGTON EAST BOSTON REVERE Envisioned In-Progress Existing MYSTIC GREENWAYS VISION 0 2 mi1
- 21. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA Upper Mystic Lake Lower Mystic Lake Fresh Pond Spy Pond Mystic River Alewife Reservation Chelsea Creek Malden River Mill Creek CAMBRIDGE SOMERVILLE BOSTON MEDFORD MALDEN WINCHESTER EVERETT CHELSEA ARLINGTON EAST BOSTON REVERE Envisioned In-Progress Existing MYSTIC GREENWAYS VISION 0 2 mi1
- 22. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA
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- 24. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA
- 25. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA ER MALDEN CENTER ASSEMBLY ROW WELLINGTON 16 16 28 60 38 28 I-93 1 I-93 99 99 Mystic River Macdonald Park Baxter Park Blessing of the Bay Riverbend Park Mary O’Malley Park Northern Strand Mystic River Malden River SOMERVILLE MEDFORD MALDEN EVERETT CHEL ISION
- 26. SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning& pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA SYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS planning & pitfalls of multimodal transit networks SNEAPA 2016 20 October Worcester MA
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