Phase 1 of the streetcar will start downtown in the basin and extend into uptown near the University of Cincinnati. Once the system is established, extensions are inevitable and will connect Cincinnati to the surrounding neighborhoods.

Connecting the University of Cincinnati is an obvious goal. With a student population of 35,000 students could ride the streetcar downtown for nightlife, a safe alternative to driving, or live downtown and ride the streetcar to class.

Co-op students working downtown would have easy access to their jobs and avoid having to pay for parking while on a tight budget.

Also in Uptown are numerous hospitals, the Zoo, and the business districts of Coryville, Clifton, and University Heights. Uptown and Downtown are the two largest employment centers in the region. Connecting them would be a boon for the city, benefiting all surrounding neighborhoods, as well.