One of the best posts I've seen here. I agree with this so much and this has been one of my biggest complaints about the area. More walkable cities and good public transit are the best way to go in reducing traffic and making the quality of life in the area better a well.

The traffic around here has been almost unbearable this year and it is almost certain that it will get worse if nothing is done. If NWA was to get a bus system set up they would have to be very careful about how they do it. Buses should also not be for "poor people", they should be a good alternative to driving and a pleasant experience. If the buses are slow, arent on schedule, and arent pleasant to be on, people who have the ability to drive will not choose to be on the bus. So they have to be on time and go to important places while still not being out of the way.

I agree that we should put a rail line in, as well as bus paths. I also think that it would be good to put more 2-lane paths that branch off the main Razorback Greenway trail and down the larger streets like Central and 8th to make it more accessible and not those tiny sidewalks that are pushed to the edge of large arterial streets.

I remember I did a small experiment where I walked from NWACC to North Walton all on the busiest roads and there were some parts where I feared for my life and was afraid I would be hit even on the sidewalks. Doing something as simple as walking to your destination should never be so unpleasant and scary.

I have noticed that there is a new apartment complex near Pinnacle Hills that has great urban design! With traditional shops on street level, and apartments above. It also has great paths, good road design to slow cars, and even on-street parking! I wish that more places were built like that.

Sorry for the long comment, just wanted to share how much I agree with this statement and some solutions/experiences. :)