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They have no absolutely answers for this post! What makes some of the DC burbs so great is the mix of TOD along with their charm, history and connectivity. Most of these burbs rely on commuter rail which is slow compared to subways.
You don’t get it.
This is precisely the type of urbanized, modernized look and feel that degrades the “northeastern” charm and character. Some of these commuter rail systems rely more stately, and the carriages are roomier and more “mature” than a typical subway car. There’s a culture that they represent separate and apart from the rapid transit systems which is for the unwashed masses. The MBTA a commuter rail is clunky but the Metro North and NJ transit commuter cars are charming as are many of the stations. They are a focal point in town.
I mostly agree. The only problem is the North Jersey suburbs are a little spotted with low-to-moderate-income more urbanized areas. It's avoidable and the police go hard up there but..still it's a bit more spotty than the other areas here. Even though the look and feel of that towns is magical. As is the wealth.
This is true. I do think many towns in Bergen County, Morris County, Somerset and Essex could hold their own. I think DC suburbs should be compared to Sun Belt metros honestly.
This is true. I do think many towns in Bergen County, Morris County, Somerset and Essex could hold their own. I think DC suburbs should be compared to Sun Belt metros honestly.
I always say the DC metro has a lot of sunbelt characteristics- it can go either way.
This is precisely the type of urbanized, modernized look and feel that degrades the “northeastern” charm and character. Some of these commuter rail systems rely more stately, and the carriages are roomier and more “mature” than a typical subway car. There’s a culture that they represent separate and apart from the rapid transit systems which is for the unwashed masses. The MBTA a commuter rail is clunky but the Metro North and NJ transit commuter cars are charming as are many of the stations. They are a focal point in town.
Trains are so important to our history, which is so important to the Northeast. It's a huge part of what sets this area apart from other areas in the country. Above ground trains may not be as modern as subways and I personally hate them but they are quintessential focal points and a part of what allowed this area to grow as much as it did. Madison's (NJ) train station is beautiful
This is precisely the type of urbanized, modernized look and feel that degrades the “northeastern” charm and character. Some of these commuter rail systems rely more stately, and the carriages are roomier and more “mature” than a typical subway car. There’s a culture that they represent separate and apart from the rapid transit systems which is for the unwashed masses. The MBTA a commuter rail is clunky but the Metro North and NJ transit commuter cars are charming as are many of the stations. They are a focal point in town.
Metro North is charming? LOL. It looks and feel just like LIRR and every other commuter rail in the country. I will admit some of the stations have maintained their historic appeal.
This is true. I do think many towns in Bergen County, Morris County, Somerset and Essex could hold their own. I think DC suburbs should be compared to Sun Belt metros honestly.
That's ridiculous! DC suburbs are some of the richest in the country with huge employment centers, more office space than some cities on the East Coast, and high transit numbers. Name any sunbelt metro that can match it?
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