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With a possible $25 million earmarked in the stimulus package for mass transit in Las Vegas alone, projects that better link the city are imperative. Roll-over the map above to see in more detail what these projects look like.

ACE, the new rapid transit line, will be the bus alternative to a light rail system, connecting the distant Henderson suburb to the heart of downtown. Another route will also connect the two downtowns – in North Las Vegas and a few miles past the Strip.

*RTC’s Park and Ride program, however, seems to be going in the opposite direction of having ecostreets. A few miles from the airport, commuters to the airport can park their car and hop on a bus to McCarran. Because of increasing demand, RTC is adding 160 more parking spaces. What would be better is an interlocking transit system that let you leave your car at home or not even need one in the first place.

RTC is still trudging away on the I-15 highway widening, spending $242 million on the 6 mile stretch. The two bus lines, however, total over 20 miles and will only cost a fraction of the highway reconstruction.

How should the city of Las Vegas prioritize or reprioritize its transport system? Leave your comments below.

*ETA 2/18/09: Information on Park & Ride.

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