This paper compiles, in concise form, descriptions of the transportation modes and families in use today, particularly those classified as public transportation. Moreover, an emphasis is placed on the fit between forms of public transportation and forms of urban development. For simplicity, three types of development are cited herein: (1) the neighborhood, an urbanized area containing a concentration of residences and supporting activities; (2) the district, an urbanized area specialized around one predominant activity; and (3) the corridor, an area between the boundaries of neighborhoods and districts. This paper compiles, in concise form, descriptions of the transportation modes and families in use today, particularly those classified as public transportation. Moreover, an emphasis is placed on the fit between forms of public transportation and forms of urban development. For simplicity, three types of development are cited herein: (1) the neighborhood, an urbanized area containing a concentration of residences and supporting activities; (2) the district, an urbanized area specialized around one predominant activity; and (3) the corridor, an area between the boundaries of neighborhoods and districts.

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