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N6 - Galway outer bypass: Is it needed?

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,720 ✭✭✭serfboard


    monument wrote: »
    There's so much "carrot" that needs doing in Galway -- basic things like safe pedestrian crossing and joint-up cycle routes where there is room
    Yep. And more cross-town West-East bus routes, and more Park & Rides on the outskirts ... we could go on I know ...

    WRT pedestrian crossings (and for bike traffic as well), the replacement of the roundabouts with lights should make things better.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,156 ✭✭✭Iwannahurl


    Some of the above measures are being implemented, despite opposition from certain quarters.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056327459
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056452180
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056216631
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055671954

    Projects aimed at significantly improving the LOS for public transport, walking and cycling need to be augmented and fast-tracked (iropi and all that).


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,600 ✭✭✭veryangryman


    Just back from city.

    I wonder if the Relief road (the 2 lane sections specifically) could be made into bus lanes in 1 lane.

    For me (Dublin a good example), seeing a bus fly by while you sit in car in grinding traffic does encourage one to take it. My thinking is that many would take the option if it was there. Airport park and ride might get much more passengers.

    Yes i know it fks things up for the motorist who has to use the road, but it would help alot with only those who need to drive actually doing it.

    Thoughts


  • Registered Users Posts: 12 Gabezmail


    I live in Knocknacarra and run in to work in the city everyday. You should all try it. Increases your lifespan and sex drive...


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,790 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Look: I live (& work in Athenry), and my SO in Eyre Square. Given the choice of going in to Galway for something in the car - say on a Thursday or Friday I'd..............go to Ballinasloe or Athlone instead. Easier, faster. Why ? Motorway.

    That said, SO has no choice but to commute by car as a)the train fare is simply more expensive than running the car and b) she cannot access taxsaver fares. So, if we're forking out €951 p.a. for motor tax, why on earth would you NOT use it ?

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,002 ✭✭✭what_traffic


    It's not needed according to the proposed route outlined here.
    http://www.n6galwaycity.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/GCOB-SK-R-326_EPRC_Bulletin-6-08052015.pdf


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,156 ✭✭✭Iwannahurl


    galwaytt wrote: »
    So, if we're forking out €951 p.a. for motor tax, why on earth would you NOT use it ?

    Because Galway City is in a constant state of near-total gridlock (allegedly)?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 26,084 ✭✭✭✭Mrs OBumble


    galwaytt wrote: »
    SO has no choice but to commute by car as a)the train fare is simply more expensive than running the car and b) she cannot access taxsaver fares. So, if we're forking out €951 p.a. for motor tax, why on earth would you NOT use it ?

    How does it compare with the BusLink fares?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,002 ✭✭✭what_traffic




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,868 ✭✭✭SeanW


    Iwannahurl wrote: »
    Because Galway City is in a constant state of near-total gridlock (allegedly)?

    Total gridlock doesn't stop people driving, neither does screwing motorists with taxes. People just plan their lives around the traffic, and make sacrifices elsewhere to pay the taxes.

    A reminder of how well not having enough roads disincentives "induced demand":


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