Sign of the Times
Posts Tagged ‘I81 Challenge’
Sign of the Times
Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019The Future of 81 (continued)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015We recently heard a talk by David Ashcraft and couldn’t help thinking how much it applied to the I81 Challenge we are facing here in Syracuse. Ashcraft pointed out that when it comes to crucial conversations we must be aware that:
- Opinions Vary
- The Stakes are High
- Emotions are strong.
As the various constituencies and groups continue to debate what is the best use of the thorofare, we hope they remember to ask critical questions, such as what do we want for ourselves, for others, and for the city as a whole?
This kind of constructive dialogue must continue as the city matures into the 21st century.
Dubious Achievement
Sunday, March 2nd, 2014Here’s an award for our most famous freeway.
Adaptive Reuse
Saturday, October 26th, 2013
Centro’s SU to Destiny Route: Congestive Headway Failure
Check out this recent post on Syracuse Urban Properties (aka Syrup) about using a trolley or tram to bring visitors from DestiNY USA to downtown. We are in favor of that scenario, and would also recommend reviving OnTrack service through the city.
Anyone who’s ridden Centro’s jam-packed SU-Destiny Route on a Friday evening would agree. OnTrack would certainly be beneficial during any construction or demolition of Route I81.
Sign of the Times
Saturday, July 13th, 2013
On Ramp
Just Above My Head
Saturday, June 22nd, 2013
Sign Repair, elevated section of Route I81 North
Point of View
Wednesday, May 8th, 2013
West Fayette Street (Rush Hour) Tuesday
Here’s an interesting question overheard along the Connective Corridor: If downtown traffic congestion at rush hour for the past few months has been moderate to severe (690 on ramp construction), what would it look like if they tore down Route I81?
Don’t sleep
Saturday, October 6th, 2012
Sign (under Route 81)
Our Highline
Friday, July 27th, 2012
The length of the elevated section of Route I81 that runs through the middle of Syracuse.
The Future of the 20 Minute City
Tuesday, July 24th, 2012The great debate over Route 81 in Syracuse was the subject of a profile on National Public Radio (NPR) today.