As we move into the final work session and vote by the Board of County Commissioners, I have to express my disappointment in the absence of any consideration for light rail or some other east – west mass transit option. The U.S. Census was clear: West Orange County added 80,000 new residents yet the only mass transit opportunity being presented as a priority is a second north-south connection. If population growth and traffic congestion aren’t evidence for “demand,” I’m not sure what it is.
The Need for Light Rail to be prioritized in the Transportation Sales Tax Work Sessions: 
