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<aside> 🤓 Rym Khodja Bach, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rym-khodja-bach-94321b268/
Bruce Wang, www.linkedin.com/in/brucewang123
Daniel den Hartog, https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-den-hartog-441222268/
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<aside> <img src="/icons/brain_green.svg" alt="/icons/brain_green.svg" width="40px" /> The suburbs of Ottawa face significant challenges with inadequate public transportation, leading to economic and environmental implications, including increased travel times, decreased productivity, and higher greenhouse gas emissions. The need for more reliable public transportation options in the suburbs makes it difficult for residents to access employment opportunities and essential services, such as healthcare and education. To address these challenges, a collaborative effort between the public and private sectors is necessary to develop and implement effective transportation solutions that meet the needs of suburban residents.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/light-bulb_yellow.svg" alt="/icons/light-bulb_yellow.svg" width="40px" /> Early Stage Investigation: Analyze the Current Transportation System
The first step in developing an effective transportation solution is to analyze the current transportation system to identify its strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. This analysis should include an assessment of current transportation infrastructure, the availability and accessibility of public transportation services, the demand for transportation services, and the challenges suburban residents face in accessing essential services and employment opportunities.
Initiative 1: Develop a Collaborative Partnership Transparency is also key for honest and efficient communication between the parties involved, such as the public and the private sector. This will be the ladder to building trust and avoiding conflict.
Initiative 2: Promote Active Transportation Options Promoting active transportation options can be done through various improvements to the structure already in place, it can also help with inclusivity for people with disabilities and encourage healthier lifestyles.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/activity_purple.svg" alt="/icons/activity_purple.svg" width="40px" /> No team member has lived or visited Ottawa, or its surroundings, which makes it harder for the team to visualize the implementation of the solution fully. Although many ideas have been gathered from the expert’s consultation, we assume that our team doesn’t have enough information to detail the whole solution and steps. Extensive research is required to determine, for instance, the technology and its feasibility.
More information is required, such as:
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<aside> <img src="/icons/book_purple.svg" alt="/icons/book_purple.svg" width="40px" /> Develop a Collaborative Partnership
A collaborative partnership between the public and private sectors is essential for developing and implementing an effective transportation solution. This partnership should include representatives from local government, transportation providers, community organizations, and business leaders. The partnership should work together to identify shared goals, develop a comprehensive transportation plan, and secure the necessary funding to implement the plan.
Promote Active Transportation Options
To further reduce the reliance on cars, the transportation plan should also promote active transportation options, such as cycling and walking. This can be achieved by improving infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, providing bike-sharing programs, and creating walkable communities.
Why change to active transportation?
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<aside> <img src="/icons/pencil_red.svg" alt="/icons/pencil_red.svg" width="40px" /> Slides Relating to the Sections
Slide 1: Solution Decision-making with Dimensions
Slide 2: Goal of success and Design Criteria
Slide 3: Stakeholder Analysis
Slide 4: Problem Investigation
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