What is the Alternatives Analysis-Scoping Study?
The Alternatives Analysis-Scoping (AA) Study is part of the Federal Transit Administrations New Starts program. The New Starts program is primary vehicle the federal government uses to provide financial assistance for fixed guideway transit projects. Alternatives Analysis, Preliminary Engineering, and Final Design are the three phases prior to funding being awarded for the projects construction. The Red Rock Corridor is in the Alternatives Analysis phase. The Alternatives Analysis Study (AA) will analyze alignments and transportation alternatives in the corridor. This study will provide information to the public on the benefits, costs, and impacts of each alternative. Specific alternatives that are to be included are: No Build (no improvements beyond what is currently planned) Transportation System Management (lower cost capital improvements) Build Alternatives (commuter rail, bus rapid transit, etc.) This study will not result in the selection of a single preferred alternative for the
