Public Transit Dependency in a Car Dependent County
Investment in freeway infrastructure alongside historical divestment from public transportation have contributed to car dependency across LA…
Transportation as a Pollutant
Living near transportation infrastructure like freeways still impacts surrounding communities, many of which are BIPOC or low-income…
Current Environmental and Climate Inequity
Historical redlining and unfair zoning rules made it more likely for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color)…
Walkability
Walkable neighborhoods provide safe and easy access to transit options, employment, healthcare, education, recreation and other critical services.
Urban Heat Island (UHI) Effect
Dense, paved urban areas retain more heat which can affect comfort at transit stops, ridership and infrastructure integrity. Planning for shade and cooling can improve rider experience and system resilience.
Transit Corridors
Investing in multi-modal transit corridors can simultaneously promote economic development and public transportation use.
Ridership
Public transit ridership percentages and transit modes can measure how well a transportation network is meeting the diverse needs of community members.
Parking
Parking availability and infrastructure can affect how people move and use public transit facilities.
Neighborhood Affordability
Neighborhood affordability shapes where people are able to live in relation to transit. Aligning transportation services with affordable housing goals supports more efficient, equitable communities.
Green Space
Public transportation enhancements can improve community member access to green space opportunities like parks and playgrounds, improving community health and quality of life.