1. Prioritize Transit: The design of urban streets and public spaces should prioritize transit over personal automobiles. Transit lanes should be separated from car lanes, with transit-only lanes reserved during peak hours. Transit-oriented development (TOD) is also a design method that places housing, shopping, and entertainment within walking distance of transit stations.
2. Increase Transit Accessibility: Transit accessibility must be improved by providing safe and continuous pedestrian and bicycle paths to transit stations. Transit stations should be more visible and vibrant, with good signage and information systems to help riders navigate through the transit systems.
3. Improve Comfort & Experience: Urban design should focus on improving the comfort and experience of riders through amenities like shaded waiting areas, comfortable seating, clear information signs, and visual displays of train and bus schedules. Amenities that improve the experience of using public transportation will attract new riders and encourage current riders to continue using it.
4. Integrate Transit Systems: Creating a seamless connection between different modes of transit can make public transportation more convenient and encourage ridership. Transit planners should consider integrating fare systems, connecting different modes of transit such as buses, trains, and bicycles.
5. Co-create with Riders: Involve riders in the design process to establish a sense of ownership and collaboration between public transit users and urban designers. Co-creation can involve riders in the design of transit facilities and in transit planning decisions, resulting in a more user-centered approach and improved rider experience.
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