<h2><b>The fourth Moving Forward Together principle is: </b></h2><p><b>Give transit increased increased priority in the transportation network</b></p><p></p><p>Making transit faster and more reliable is important to make transit attractive to new riders, to increase ridership and to control operating costs. One of the best means to do this is by reducing the impact that traffic congestion and traffic signals have on transit vehicles. </p> <p>Transit Priority Measures (TPMs) are tools that municipalities and transit agencies can use to reduce these delays, improve reliability and reduce the average travel time of transit vehicles. There are many different types of TPMs, and in many cases they are used together to create a city-wide network. Some of the most common TPMs include Traffic Signal Priority, queue jumps, bus lanes, and separated transit ways.</p> <p>Overall, public consultation indicated strong support for the implementation of TPMs, with both regular transit users and non-transit users agreeing that TPMs play a key role in increasing the reliability of transit and in making it more attractive and user-friendly. However, many participants recognized that TPMs are not a “one size fits all” solution, and that each situation must be carefully considered to ensure that the right measure is implemented in the right location.</p> <p></p><div><b><b>This principle is reflected in the plan by: </b></b></div><div> <ul> <li>Supporting implementation of TPM projects in the short term through an ongoing TPM Opportunities Assessment</li> <li>Identifying the need for a comprehensive strategy for TPMs<br> </li> <li>Seeking out opportunities for low cost TPMs</li> <li>Prioritizing TPMs in key corridors<br> </li> <li>Modifying routes to take advantage of existing and future TPMs<br> </li> </ul> <div><b>Have we met this principle? Tell us what you think below.</b></div> </div><br><br>