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2 <br /> The study area is shown as Figure 1-2 in Attachment A. <br /> The purpose of an AA is to determine the best mode or technology (i.e. Bus Rapid Transit, Light <br /> Rail Transit, or Commuter Rail Transit) for the corridor based on goals of the local government. <br /> Table ES-1 entitled "Summary of Evaluation Results for LRT, BRT-High and BRT-Low <br /> Alternatives" is included as Attachment B. This table provides a high level summary of the <br /> capabilities and costs associated with the technologies that were evaluated. BRT-High <br /> represented a dedicated lane approach while BRT-Low represented more of a mixed traffic <br /> approach. <br /> Although this document was created in 2011, it represents the information that was available at <br /> that time to the policymakers involved in recommending the mode of transportation in the <br /> corridor and the alignment. Work has continued since 2011. One significant difference between <br /> the 2011 estimates and current estimates is that the estimated ridership on the LRT project has <br /> increased from approximately 12,000 in the 2011 study to over 24,000 in the most recent <br /> analysis. <br /> Wake County has gone through an extensive transit analysis and public outreach process in <br /> preparation for the County's 2016 transit referendum. Their alternatives analysis of a more <br /> dispersed transit region concluded that a mix of BRT, CRT, and bus service would best serve <br /> the needs of the County. <br /> In this presentation, GoTriangle has been asked to provide information on why BRT was not <br /> chosen as the appropriate technology for the Durham Orange Transit corridor and why it was <br /> chosen for application in Wake County. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: No financial implications are related to the receipt and discussion of this <br /> material. Ongoing financial analysis of the LRT financial model is underway by Orange County <br /> and its Financial Advisors. <br /> SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to <br /> this agenda item: <br /> • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY <br /> The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs and funding necessary <br /> for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing and medical care for themselves and their <br /> dependents. <br /> • GOAL: ESTABLISH SUSTAINABLE AND EQUITABLE LAND-USE AND <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES <br /> The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of people of all races, cultures, incomes <br /> and educational levels with respect to the development and enforcement of <br /> environmental laws, regulations, policies, and decisions. Fair treatment means that no <br /> group of people should bear a disproportionate share of the negative environmental <br /> consequences resulting from industrial, governmental and commercial operations or <br /> policies. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board receive the information, <br /> discuss and offer guidance or input to GoTriangle and/or staff as necessary. <br />