Saw a poll on FB asking about a bus/trolley on 30A. I like walking to eat/shop but there's a limit to how far I'll walk/ride my bike to eat or shop. Seaside to Grayton Beach is usually it. Also, we usually take leftovers with us, so riding the bike/walking, can be a challenge sometimes. The heat of the summer keeps us from walking/riding our bikes very far after 9:30 am or so.
It would be fun to catch a bus/trolley from Seaside to Grayton - looking out the windows at the views - and not have to look for a parking spot to go you know where. Think about Stinky's parking limitations.
Now, those of you who live in SoWal, if you don't want it, I understand. But I kinda like the idea.
Theoretically, I can park my car and ride to the Publix and walk/ride my bike and shop for anything I need while I'm there. But I do get antsy and do like to venture into Elmo's or something at Rosemary's Beach. Ellen
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109ten20lifeten20lifeBeach Comber8 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Comber
I think a 30A Trolley would be an excellent idea... I could see it being very popular and growing very quickly with everything to see and do in the area... Might be hard to find a seat!
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI believe there was going to be a test shuttle done last summer by Sunshine Shuttle, running in the afternoon/evenings Thursday-Saturday.
But then BP's epic cluster put an end to it.
IMO it would a GREAT use of TDC funds to start running one. I would certainly use it instead of driving.
But then BP's epic cluster put an end to it.
IMO it would a GREAT use of TDC funds to start running one. I would certainly use it instead of driving.
Abby PrentissAbby PrentissBeach Fanatic577 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Abby PrentissBeach Fanatic577 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticThe friends of Scenic 30A did a test run last year. They are all for it.
tistheseasontistheseasonBeach FanaticAtlanta, GA1,072 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
tistheseasonBeach FanaticAtlanta, GA1,072 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI love the idea of an open air trolley with bike racks in the front. It could really help merchants who struggle with parking issues! I rarely get in my car while at the Beschloss because we are within biking range of lots of restaurants. But every once in a while, we want to venture a little further.
I do not like the idea of bus or shuttle. Too stuffy for the beach!
I do not like the idea of bus or shuttle. Too stuffy for the beach!
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scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI want something covered and with AC. Rain, sun, humidity, bugs, can make an open air ride not so pleasant.
Andy AAndy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Andy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticAs a local resident, I am all for the idea, Also, I would probably use it, particularly to go to Seaside and possibly Rosemary Beach. A monthly or weekly pass would be a good idea, IMO.
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI vote the TDC pays for it, so it's free.
MrMentalFitnessMrMentalFitnessBeach FanaticFlorida Panhandle & Seattle292 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
MrMentalFitnessBeach FanaticFlorida Panhandle & Seattle292 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI wonder how much a city bus costs - like they have in Seattle, L.A., Atlanta and such. Many of the ones in the northwest are Hybrid buses, too.
That's a job I'd have a good time with, being a 'city' bus driver in SoWal.
Hmmmm....
That's a job I'd have a good time with, being a 'city' bus driver in SoWal.
Hmmmm....
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI vote for several small shuttles or buses that run on biodeisel or are electric. That seems to be the trend in more progressive suburban/urban areas so you don't have massive fuel cost changes, lots of exhaust, and less noise. I believe grant money might also be available if we go that route.
PaulaPaulaBeach FanaticMichigan but someday in SoWal as well3,747 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
PaulaBeach FanaticMichigan but someday in SoWal as well3,747 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI would love a way to get around SoWal without a car. We always rent a car for a lot of money, but we don't use it much at all (grocery shopping, a few trips to restaurants, etc.). If there was a trolley that went up and down 30A around each mealtime and then at night, that would be great. I don't like the open air idea because of the weather as well as safety. It could be a minibus that is brightly colored 30A style - something that would look very cool.
pattymcbobpattymcbobBeach Lover90 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Lover
The trolley, bus or whatever is an awesome idea! We would definitely use it. The bars would profit big time because the driving & drinking problem has kept us home a lot. Our 30A would be so much safer if people had this option. If it's free, that's great, but if there's a charge, that's great too; just do it!
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI'd probably still use my car to grocery shop, but would LOVE to be able to leave it at home and take a bus/trolley to dinner, events etc.
Decrease in drunk driving, less parking issues, less gas being used, advertising space for local businesses, the potential benefits are endless!
Decrease in drunk driving, less parking issues, less gas being used, advertising space for local businesses, the potential benefits are endless!
Andy AAndy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Andy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticThere is no doubt this would be a great boon to the area. The TDC just received 8 million + for advertising. Surely some quick minded individual can figure out how to qualify this as "advertising" or how to transfer funds from advertising to something else while replacing them with the money designated for advertising. Let's see the TDC step up to the plate and do something really beneficial to the area other than "branding".
Auggie GalAuggie GalBeach ComberSaint Augustine, FL17 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Comber
Auggie GalBeach ComberSaint Augustine, FL17 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach ComberWe have the trolleys here in St. Augustine and they are very popular. Having used these in Key West to park and ride, know that the open air ones are not the best to be on during our afternoon thunderstorms here in Florida. We would definitely use one for 30A travel during our stays at Grayton Beach. Love the idea, but would hope they would be hybrids or electric.
John RJohn Rneeds to get out moreConflictinator6,782 postsJoined View profileMessageneeds to get out more
John Rneeds to get out moreConflictinator6,782 postsJoined View profileMessageneeds to get out moreI believe a 30A resident has been hired by a private firm to do a feasibility study on said topic. Not sure if they are sowal member.
incredible1incredible1Beach Lover233 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Lover
incredible1Beach Lover233 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach LoverThe trolley, bus or whatever is an awesome idea! We would definitely use it. The bars would profit big time because the driving & drinking problem has kept us home a lot. Our 30A would be so much safer if people had this option. If it's free, that's great, but if there's a charge, that's great too; just do it!
Perhaps the bars/restaurants could fund it. $500 a month from each one, now you have customers coming to you for small cost
PaulaPaulaBeach FanaticMichigan but someday in SoWal as well3,747 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
PaulaBeach FanaticMichigan but someday in SoWal as well3,747 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticIf there is a charge, then it should be (1) less than it would cost to take a taxi (e.g., a family of 4 being charged for a trolly could probably also take a taxi depending on where they're going; (2) kids under a certain age could ride free with an adult.
I love this idea. Could be tried out in the summer, and it could have more runs during peak season and festivals, and fewer at off seasons. Snowbird time could be a good time, too.
If TDC needs to call it advertising, there could be advertising on certain parts of it (not all of it if possible because it would be funn (remember funn?) for it to be artsy beachy looking so it fits with the SoWal theme.
I love this idea. Could be tried out in the summer, and it could have more runs during peak season and festivals, and fewer at off seasons. Snowbird time could be a good time, too.
If TDC needs to call it advertising, there could be advertising on certain parts of it (not all of it if possible because it would be funn (remember funn?) for it to be artsy beachy looking so it fits with the SoWal theme.
Matt JMatt JSWGB24,862 postsJoined View profileMessageSWGB
Matt JSWGB24,862 postsJoined View profileMessageSWGBVoila!
http://www.thedestinlog.com/news/ease-39341-nwfdn-rosa-30a.html
Well that link had an article about a shuttle being offered by Sunshine Shuttle & Limo. Apparently there was a meeting with business owners, the company, and Cecilia Jones talking about cost. It mentioned that the buses would come by about every 22 minutes which is more than convenient in my mind. I believe it would be free and supported by local businesses. Hours were listed as 10am to 2am 7 days a week. It would run from Memorial Day to Labor Day to start.
http://www.thedestinlog.com/news/ease-39341-nwfdn-rosa-30a.html
Well that link had an article about a shuttle being offered by Sunshine Shuttle & Limo. Apparently there was a meeting with business owners, the company, and Cecilia Jones talking about cost. It mentioned that the buses would come by about every 22 minutes which is more than convenient in my mind. I believe it would be free and supported by local businesses. Hours were listed as 10am to 2am 7 days a week. It would run from Memorial Day to Labor Day to start.
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