Valley 101

Six common light rail questions answered

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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:

  1. Why'd the light rail come to Phoenix?
  2. Why's the light rail designed the way it is?
  3. Why'd Phoenix choose a light rail over a monorail?
  4. Does the light rail bring crime and hurt business?
  5. What's best for taxpayers' wallets: light rail, bus or car? 
  6. Has light rail been successful?

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