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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]There was supposed to be a connector between Eisenhower and Duke Street.  Rich NIMBYs (and bike commuters - or some crossover between the two) prevented it.

Responses to this post will focus on "induced demand." Opponents argue that "if you build it, they (new cars) will come." They believe that by preventing the connector, these drivers will either use other forms of commute or take the highways.  Regional traffic trends and the location of surrounding highways make that unlikely without a separate impetus.[/quote]

As far as I know it was people who lived in the path of the connection (not the richest folks in Alexandria, and not bike commuters) [/quote].

You should look into the history of the areas that opposed it. And keep in mind it doesn’t need to be near rich NIMBYs for them to think it’s all about them.  [/quote]

Please provide the links. I am not wasting my time looking hunting for history of a decision implemented long ago.  [/quote]

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