Una Propuesta de Mejoramiento del Transporte Público Colectivo en Santiago de Cali

Abstract

This article presents the deficiencies of the current system of public transportation in Cali, especially the negative effects of the so called "war for the cents." This system affects greatly passengers, bus drivers, transportation companies, citizens, and also the local economy. The deficiencies are explained as a logical consequence of the "war for the cents" and all its structural elements. Finally, a proposal is presented for the creation of a more efficient, agreeable, quicker, cheaper, and for an environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable public transportation system. The purpose is to demonstrate that it is possible to improve substantially the public transportation system through a profound reorganization of public transportation system, without an expensive investment in technology of a subway or light rail train. We intent to demonstrate that this reorganization will significantly improve the environmental situation, create conditions of social equity, contribute to reduce poverty and in one way improve the efficiency of the bus companies in Santiago de Cali.