tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937602330391830242.post6484854050791810042..comments2023-03-25T02:17:56.058-10:00Comments on Say Yes to the Honolulu Rail System: Portland Asks What’s Boosting Transit Ridership, Wonders whether It’s a Desire To Text and Talk; Plus, LTE Forum Refutes Gang of Four’s LatestDoug Carlsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191683240304122047noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937602330391830242.post-9218453113773773312012-01-12T19:58:29.910-10:002012-01-12T19:58:29.910-10:00I think HART should consider ways of raising addit...I think HART should consider ways of raising additional revenue and making the rail an even more attractive ride by working out partnerships so that private enterprise will chip in. For instance, allow digital signage in stations and on the train to generate advertising revenue. Oahu has a strict billboard ordinance and this limits where businesses can advertise. <br /><br />Another would be to work with Internet providers so they will provide the free WiFi on the trains and stations in return for additional advertising when people hop on. Two birds with one stone, offer an amenity to attract more riders and get some revenue in return.<br /><br />Let's get a little more aggressive in fighting back against those who are hell bent on spoiling a travel alternative so badly needed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com