There’s been a lot of movement in the transit realm again in the Tampa Bay Area, and it’s not necessarily just the discussion with Go Hillsborough. On the Pinellas side, a key transit project that was once a part of Greenlight Pinellas is back in the forefront, and hopes to be able to change people’sContinueContinue reading “In a climate where sales tax referendums have failed, is “BRT Lite” the answer?”
Category Archives: Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
MetroRapid stop confusion continues, why HART needs to fix this ASAP?
Several months ago, I published a post that outlined concerns about HART’s MetroRapid system. Among those concerns, was the fact that MetroRapid stops are physically separated from local stops, which created a lot of rider confusion. Unfortunately, to this day, HART still has not resolved this issue, and riders are still confused. In a hotContinueContinue reading “MetroRapid stop confusion continues, why HART needs to fix this ASAP?”
An additional note about the SouthShore Transit Circulator Study
As Zac wrote out in his post from Monday (3/10), the SouthShore Transit Circulator Study is aimed at improving mobility for residents in the SouthShore area, while maintaining an efficient connection to the rest of Hillsborough County. I would like to take a few moments to point out one thing that this study encompasses. WhicheverContinueContinue reading “An additional note about the SouthShore Transit Circulator Study”
Could MetroRapid already be having a fever?
And what I mean by that is, could HART’s new MetroRapid service already be faltering? It’s almost like a person having a high fever, which that in of itself is never fun. One simply cannot focus on things needing to be done when he or she is sick. With a bus route, it simply can’tContinueContinue reading “Could MetroRapid already be having a fever?”
No new funding = Bare-Bones service
As you may have heard; HART and PSTA posted news last week of record ridership during the month of April, which continues to be an amazing trend despite the current state of the economy throughout the Bay Area. However, I really have to make things clear about the reality of the current transit funding situation, becauseContinueContinue reading “No new funding = Bare-Bones service”
HART MetroRapid – It’s almost here!
Construction of the HART MetroRapid line is nearly finished! During the past several weeks, HART has been working hard to install shelters at each of the MetroRapid stops, testing out its new, sleek, green and white buses, and making final preparations for the line’s opening (such as landscaping and lighting at the stations). On Tuesday,ContinueContinue reading “HART MetroRapid – It’s almost here!”
Transit Roundup for the week of April 1, 2013
There’s been quite a lot going on this week in respects to public transit. Rather than creating 6 or 7 different posts, I’ve decided to list everything in one single post. Each tidbit of transit news is grouped by geographical region (or Focus Area) that I cover. TAMPA BAY AREA, FLORIDA: Update on HART MetroRapid.ContinueContinue reading “Transit Roundup for the week of April 1, 2013”
Changes coming to HART’s Marion Street Transit Center
Good Monday morning everyone! I just want to highlight real quick some changes that will be affecting HART’s Marion Street Transit Center in northern Downtown Tampa. Due to the ongoing construction of HART’s MetroRapid BRT system; several bus routes are having their loading bays reassigned. For instance; shelter M currently serves Route 4 – PalmaContinueContinue reading “Changes coming to HART’s Marion Street Transit Center”
Hillsborough County Commission votes to continue transit discussions
I have some wonderful news everyone! For those of you residing in Hillsborough County, Florida, the Hillsborough County Commission voted unanimously to continue discussions regarding public transit improvements! The move allows county officials to explore various ways to improve the county’s infrastructure; including enhanced bus service and possibly a light rail line. In recent weeks, there hasContinueContinue reading “Hillsborough County Commission votes to continue transit discussions”
Revised plans arise for a WestShore area transit hub
Greetings everyone! As many of you know, the recent economic downturn has forced many transit districts to re-evaluate their current levels of service, as well as future plans, based on the level of funding that is available. In addition, many districts are searching for new ways to fund their transit districts, but some scenarios bringContinueContinue reading “Revised plans arise for a WestShore area transit hub”
The Global Transit Guidebook 