Sign the Statement of Support as an Organization
Organizations that have signed onto our statement in support of transit represent a broad cross-section of interests such as the environment, social justice, disability rights and the regional business community, among others.
To sign onto the statement on hehalf of an organization, please send an email to dotransit@durhamorangefriendsoftransit.org and give authorization to add your name and/or organization to the list of statement signers.
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OUR STATEMENT OF SUPPORT:
"Durham-Orange Friends of Transit (DO Transit) recognizes that transit is essential to maintain a high quality of life for all by providing convenient, accessible and affordable transportation choices that improve job and economic growth, and protect the environment. We support a comprehensive regional transit system which creates efficient travel options and supports sustainable land use patterns that will help our metropolitan area continue to grow and prosper while preserving our quality of life.
"We support implementation of the recommended vision of the Special Transit Advisory Commission (STAC), as incorporated into the Long Range Transportation Plans of the Triangle's two Metropolitan Planning Organizations and urge development of specific, local plans including, but not limited to:.
- expanded local and regional bus service;
- circulators for the major population and activity centers;
- express service to the Airport from major metropolitan areas;
- light rail transit (LRT) from North Raleigh to Chapel Hill;
- park and ride lots connected by the transit network; and
- enhanced transit access for pedestrians and cyclists.
"We call for increased transit funding from the State of North Carolina and the federal government with a fair mixture of local funding sources. We encourage all Triangle cities and counties to adopt and consistently enforce regulations and planning strategies which will shape sustainable land use patterns to be more transit oriented in order to make regional transit feasible and successful.
"Durham-Orange Friends of Transit will encourage the public to support a regional transit plan consistent with the values expressed above."