A new report from Philadelphia-based consultancy Econsult Solutions Inc. showcases the economic impact of Atlanta’s Beltline – and the numbers are staggering. According to the analysis, last year alone the Beltline generated $23 billion in economic output for Atlanta, with $31 million in tax revenue for the city and over $100 million to the state. Some 2.5 million people visit the path each year, it has created nearly 100,000 jobs, and it has attracted over $14 billion in private investments. And it’s not even complete – the south side trail is scheduled to open this summer, but the full 22-mile loop won’t be finished for several more years. So those eye-popping numbers are still RISING…
Atlanta Beltline light rail back on the menu?
Many Atlantans were dismayed when Mayor Andre Dickens seemingly tabled the idea of light rail along the Atlanta Beltline, the city’s wildly popular and successful pedestrian path. After all, light rail was a core part of the loop’s original vision, meant to connect the city all around its (eventual) 22-mile loop. But now the Atlanta City Council is pushing back, with 11 councilmembers, led by Atlanta City Councilwoman Kelsea Bond signing onto a resolution signaling support for the idea. Expect fierce resistance and debate, but the push has pro-transit advocates RISING…
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