Six common light rail questions answered
Nov 04, 2019•26 min
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Episode description
The Valley Metro light rail debuted in 2008 as a public transportation option that proponents hoped would propel Phoenix into the big leagues of cities. It currently stretches 28 miles long, 8 miles longer than when it first opened. By 2050, Valley Metro plans for it to be 60 miles long. But since its opening, locals have a lots of questions. Reporter Jessica Boehm and producer Taylor Seely answer them.
The questions answered in this episode:
Why'd the light rail come to Phoenix?
Why's the light rail designed the way it is?
Why'd Phoenix choose a light rail over a monorail?
Does the light rail bring crime and hurt business?
What's best for taxpayers' wallets: light rail, bus or car?
Has light rail been successful?
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