Short Course on Modern Mobility: What is PRT and Why You Should Care

 Designed for forward-thinking architects, planners and engineers, a mini-conference on Friday, April 23 outside Kansas City, Kansas at The Legends offers a breath of fresh air. Presentations and panel discussions will enhance career expertise with cutting-edge information on Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) and the advantages it brings.

PRT uses modern communications to provide automated taxi-like service with small stations that can be located in building lobbies. Detailed study of the 27-station PRT mobility network for The Legends will be described, as many see the need for better circulation in this District. Bids for a casino proposal are required to include transit options for the area.

Mark your calendar for April 23, 2010 and join other local professionals and stakeholders to learn the nuts and bolts of PRT, station designs and business models at this half-day event. For questions or further information, contact Larry Fabian at 617.825.2318 or at lfabian21@gmail.com.

The Advanced Transit Association (ATRA) is hosting this low-cost course as a part of its larger mission to encourage the consideration and implementation of advanced forms of public transport. The registration fee (went up April 8th) of $70 ($50 for members) covers lunch, materials and a chance to participate in a panel discussion on state-of-the-art issues and news.