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Can we build public transportation that will adequately serve all our citizens? This is a question that our state and local governments need to ask themselves. 

In their recent article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Jabril Faraj and Nino Amato expressed a feeling that many Wisconsonites no doubt share. Our public transit services are not meeting our needs. Across the Midwest, several groups are spearheading the effort to build new systems and upgrade old ones, but because of political gridlock Wisconsin remains in stasis.

More transit options will serve a wider base of residents whether they be in downtowns, rural areas or suburbs. Concerns about the high cost of building rail lines, bus rapid transit systems and upgrading our roads are certainly valid. But well planned development can be both effective and fiscally responsible.