¾ÅÉ«Íø Call In Show Thu. 2/11 8a: The city of Albuquerque was approved for a federal grant to build a down Central Avenue. The city would also borrow $13 million to fund the project. would create a center lane along the corridor for buses running every 7 to 8 minutes.
Advocates say it would by bringing more investment, housing and business activity along Central. argues it will bring more business to Nob Hill as well. But argue it will hurt businesses suffering from the ongoing recession, increase congestion and could harm Some people are saying the funds would be better spent elsewhere to leverage the city's .
What do you think? Do we need a massive redesign for our transit system? Do you like the bus system now? Would you ditch your car for a new mass transit system if it was more convenient?
We'd like to hear from you! Email callinshow@kunm.org or call in live during the show.
Guests:
- , Albuquerque City Council Member
- , manager of
- Jean Bernstein, CEO and
Further Reading:
- Albuquerque Journal:
- from Concerned Citizens regarding design and possible alternatives to the current project
- Mid-Region Council of Governments:
- KOB-TV:
- Albuquerque Journal Op-Ed:
- Institute For Transportation and Development Policy:
- KRQE-TV:
- T4America:
- Better Burque Blog:
