Trolley / Tram on Scenic 30A

[UofL]

Saw a poll on FB asking about a bus/trolley on 30A. I like walking to eat/shop but there's a limit to how far I'll walk/ride my bike to eat or shop. Seaside to Grayton Beach is usually it. Also, we usually take leftovers with us, so riding the bike/walking, can be a challenge sometimes. The heat of the summer keeps us from walking/riding our bikes very far after 9:30 am or so.
It would be fun to catch a bus/trolley from Seaside to Grayton - looking out the windows at the views - and not have to look for a parking spot to go you know where. Think about Stinky's parking limitations.
Now, those of you who live in SoWal, if you don't want it, I understand. But I kinda like the idea.
Theoretically, I can park my car and ride to the Publix and walk/ride my bike and shop for anything I need while I'm there. But I do get antsy and do like to venture into Elmo's or something at Rosemary's Beach. Ellen

 

[ten20life]

I think a 30A Trolley would be an excellent idea... I could see it being very popular and growing very quickly with everything to see and do in the area... Might be hard to find a seat!

 

[scooterbug44]

I believe there was going to be a test shuttle done last summer by Sunshine Shuttle, running in the afternoon/evenings Thursday-Saturday.

But then BP's epic cluster put an end to it.

IMO it would a GREAT use of TDC funds to start running one. I would certainly use it instead of driving.

 

[Abby Prentiss]

The friends of Scenic 30A did a test run last year. They are all for it.

 

[tistheseason]

I love the idea of an open air trolley with bike racks in the front. It could really help merchants who struggle with parking issues! I rarely get in my car while at the Beschloss because we are within biking range of lots of restaurants. But every once in a while, we want to venture a little further.

I do not like the idea of bus or shuttle. Too stuffy for the beach!

 

[scooterbug44]

I want something covered and with AC. Rain, sun, humidity, bugs, can make an open air ride not so pleasant.

 

[Andy A]

As a local resident, I am all for the idea, Also, I would probably use it, particularly to go to Seaside and possibly Rosemary Beach. A monthly or weekly pass would be a good idea, IMO.

 

[scooterbug44]

I vote the TDC pays for it, so it's free.

 

[MrMentalFitness]

I wonder how much a city bus costs - like they have in Seattle, L.A., Atlanta and such. Many of the ones in the northwest are Hybrid buses, too.

That's a job I'd have a good time with, being a 'city' bus driver in SoWal.

Hmmmm....

 

[scooterbug44]

I vote for several small shuttles or buses that run on biodeisel or are electric. That seems to be the trend in more progressive suburban/urban areas so you don't have massive fuel cost changes, lots of exhaust, and less noise. I believe grant money might also be available if we go that route.