The RTC did an extensive study to determine alternate routes which would make good north-south connections to the 215 from Blue Diamond Highway.  An effective north-south connector would be the perfect solution for Red Rock.  It would be the most effective way to separate the high speed commuters from the slower tourists and recreators in the canyon.  If commuters have a faster way to get where they are going, they'll take it.  I have a hard copy of the report, but it is way too big to put online.  You may This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to see it, or  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at the RTC could help you.

Our favorite alternative from the report is to improve Fort Apache road, (to make it a quick, limited access connector to the 215).  Our least favorite alternatives are: cutting a new freeway through the desert West of all existing roads and closer to Red Rock (a possible environmental disaster), and making Rainbow a major connection (too far in and too developed to be effective).

Thank you RTC for coming to our public meetings, hearing the need to protect Red Rock, and contributing this extremely detailed report on possible alternatives.

The RTC also works on bike lanes, paths, and maps throughout the valley and bike racks for public buses, and puts on a century, half-century, and family ride each year called the Viva Bike Vegas.