Gwinnett Survey Finds People Want Less Traffic, More Transit
Most people who live or work in Gwinnett County would like to have options when it comes to how they get around, according to a recent survey that found many are fed up with gridlock and open to public transit.
“If citizens see that a transportation improvement is convenient, that it’s safe and reliable, then they’re willing to pay for it,” said Joel Wascher of the Gwinnett Village Community Improvement District.
The survey was part of a project to encourage Gwinnett residents to talk with each other about transportation, called the Gr8 Exchange. More than 4,000 people filled out surveys, which were voluntary and not scientific.
People asked for cycling options, MARTA stations, bus service to schools, better access to other parts of metro Atlanta, and easier access to the airport. In the early 70s, Gwinnett voters did not approve a sales tax that could have brought MARTA rail to the county.
“Gwinnett has changed tremendously over the last few decades,” said Wascher. “I think a public input process like this is a good way to bring in some people that don’t always participate in the transportation discussion.”
Wascher said the report will go to planning agencies in the region, with hopes that it will inform future transportation plans.
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