Andrew Knack
Infrastructure
Advocate for city-building projects such as extending the Metro Line LRT to Castledowns
Accelerate redevelopment of Coliseum Station
Service
Ensure transit service meets the needs of new communities while restoring conventional bus service in existing neighborhoods
Add more city-wide express routes to improve connectivity
Improve service frequency, especially during off-peak hours, to better serve suburban and developing areas
Improve service between YEG Airport and Downtown
Affordability and Fares
Protect and expand access to subsidized transit programs to reach 100,000 Edmontonians
Explore expanding subsidized program access to students and other groups in need
Create a digital one-stop “Affordability Access” program with pre-screening, auto-renewal, and easier sign-up
Add assisted-application days at libraries and mobile sign-up pop-ups at LRT stations and shelters
Accelerate digitalization of the Arc card and explore a fare payment app similar to Toronto’s PRESTO
Comfort and Cleanliness
Implement enhanced cleaning and beautification of transit centres, vehicles, and facilities
Apply Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles to new and high-incident stations
Use a public health approach to address social disorder in transit centres
Encourage vibrancy and safety through local business partnerships and community activations in transit spaces
Develop a station attendant program to improve safety perceptions and rider experience
Voting History
As a councillor, Andrew Knack has a record of voting in favour of transit-positive increases to funding, transit-oriented development, and safety. He was also in favour of maintaining the Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission and the intergovernmental collaboration it presented. While he did vote in favour of modifying the Terwillegar transit lane alignment, he largely demonstrated awareness of the issues important to transit riders.
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