RE: [sustran] Skyway proposal ‘mind-boggling,’ says rival firm

[Lloyd Wright]

Yes, the proposal to build another road layer over EDSA Avenue in Manila is indeed mind-boggling, especially when you consider there are currently segments already with three layers.

http://business.inquirer.net/46659/skyway-proposal-%E2%80%98mind-boggling%E2%80%99-says-rival-firm

However, I actually think there is an opportunity here for a sustainable transport solution, that simultaneously allows for the civil works companies to build their dreams.

Let them build the Skyway on the condition that it is entirely a private endeavor with zero contribution from public funds.  The toll amount and concession length could be adjusted to whatever lets them profit.

The other caveat is that the surface layer belongs to sustainable transport with wide footpaths, cycle lanes, and dedicated bus lanes.  Only allow one lane for mixed traffic at the surface level, a lane that will be throttled by calming measures that give priority to the NMT and public transport lanes.

The most undesirable outcome would be building the Skyway with public funds and simultaneously leaving the surface in the hands of cars, a real lose-lose with no equity or environmental benefits.

Best regards,

Lloyd

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From: sustran-discuss-bounces+lwright=vivacities.org at list.jca.apc.org [mailto:sustran-discuss-bounces+lwright=vivacities.org at list.jca.apc.org] On Behalf Of Roselle Leah K. Rivera
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Subject: [sustran] Skyway proposal ‘mind-boggling,’ says rival firm



 
Here we go... 24 billion pesos versus 21 billion pesos equals ?
In the silence that follows, is it true? that "the road to hell is paved with good intentions?"

 
Skyway proposal ‘mind-boggling,’ says rival firm
Source: business.inquirer.net  

“Ambitious,” “incredible” and “mind-boggling.” This was how the group of Manuel V. Pangilinan described claims by San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-backed Citra Metro Manila Tollways Corp. (CMMTC) that it could build a highway over busy Metro Manila streets at a lower cost.     
      

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