The planning for the new Alameda Aquatic Center emphasizes car travel, with reports suggesting nearly all swimmers will arrive by car. This approach neglects nearby alternatives like the Cross Alameda Trail, active transportation initiatives, and the city's Climate Action Plan aimed at reducing reliance on vehicles. There is a significant local push to encourage biking and walking, particularly for short trips, as driving contributes heavily to urban carbon emissions. Local advocates stress the importance of integrating sustainable transport solutions in development plans.
Did anyone at ARPD also mention that we have an Active Transportation Plan (ATP) and a Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP) here in Alameda?
The transport sector is the largest source of carbon emissions within city limits, and if we are to reduce our overall climate impacts, we have to reduce our reliance on driving.
For the 63% of trips in Alameda that are under 3 miles in distance, driving a car often just isn't as pleasant as riding a bike, walking, or figuring out how to 'chain' together multiple trips.
Alameda is working systematically to reduce our overall reliance on driving as the sole and primary means of getting around.
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