4.1.5
Plain English Version
The Big City Plan also needs to decide whether and how the Midland Metro system might be extended. This would mean finding a practical way to pay for the work. This is linked to planned improvements to conventional bus services and possible new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services.
Another problem is that city centre streets are not big enough for all the demands from pedestrians, buses, trams and of course street lighting, seats, signs etc. . We need to sort this out street by street at the same time as meeting a growing demand for ways to travel around Bimringham City Centre.
Original Document
With regards to other public transport, the primary issue to be addressed by the Big City Plan is whether and how the Midland Metro system might be extended, given the need to put together a practical funding package. This issue is closely inter-related with initiatives to improve both conventional bus services and to introduce Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) operations. Another important issue is on-street congestion in the city core. Streets simply do not have the physical capacity (space) to accommodate all the movement and other demands that are and are likely to be placed upon them (pedestrians, buses, trams, quality public realm). Resolving these conflicts and determining priorities on a street-by-street basis is required. Increased demand will also need to be met through improvements to alternative modes of transport, as well as demand management.