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Open house June 22, 2010

Trolley Bus System Evaluation. Open house June 22, 2010. 14 routes 70 miles of two-way wire 159 trolleys One of only five trolley systems in USA. Metro ’ s trolley bus network. Outdated electrical systems Cracked trolley bus frames No off-wire capabilities.

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Open house June 22, 2010

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  1. Trolley Bus SystemEvaluation Open house June 22, 2010

  2. 14 routes 70 miles of two-way wire 159 trolleys One of only five trolley systems in USA Metro’s trolley bus network

  3. Outdated electrical systems Cracked trolley bus frames No off-wire capabilities Status of Metro’s trolley buses

  4. Transit performance audit and budget proviso • 2009 transit performance audit • Budget proviso(2010-2011 biennial budget) • Trolley Bus System Evaluation

  5. Purpose of evaluation • In-depth evaluation of propulsion technologies (costs, limits, benefits) • Current route structure • Work with Metropolitan King County Council, City of Seattle, and the public • Make informed decision on the best technology to use going forward

  6. Evaluation and procurement timeline

  7. Public involvement • Open house June 22 • District councils, neighborhood orgs • Media briefings • Website: www.kingcounty.gov/TrolleyEvaluation

  8. Next steps • Submit scope, schedule, andwork plan to County Council in July • Conduct evaluation • Report findings to public and Council • Submit final report 2nd quarter of 2011

  9. Questions? Christina O’Claire Trolley Bus System Evaluation Project Manager christina.oclaire@kingcounty.gov www.kingcounty.gov/TrolleyEvaluation

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