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AboyNamedBort t1_itm1883 wrote

Reply to comment by Awesom-o5000 in This past Saturday, Salem was full by 11 a.m. Here's what it's like to live there in October. by zsreport

If only there was some sort of train system that went to Salem, Lynn and Beverly…

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Awesom-o5000 t1_itm39qn wrote

If I could fit a truck load of building materials onto the comm rail and also carry it, you’d be right. Not everyone has errands and obligations solved by public transit.

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tomphammer t1_itmttpp wrote

If you can’t, that message isn’t aimed at you. Frankly, that message should be blaring loud at clear at primarily the tourists.

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SmartSherbet t1_itmkd5w wrote

I think you mean, our public transit system isn't sufficient to accommodate everyone's errands and obligations, and needs a lot more investment so everyone can use it, whatever their needs.

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Awesom-o5000 t1_itmp4gt wrote

I know what I meant. What transit system allows someone to bring multiple sheets of plywood, siding, 2x4s, bags of concrete, paint, and various other supplies? People still need to be able to use their vehicles where/when transit falls short. And it will always fall short.

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