Work crews broke ground Monday on the Route 9 stop upgrade along Corvid Way and Mill Street. The project is a key part of the improving bus stops initiative, which aims to make the transit network safer and easier to use for everyone.
Crews will be working along the bus corridor between Copper Ridge and the downtown core for the next eight weeks. You can expect wider bus bays, new shelters with real-time arrival screens, and accessible ramps at every stop. The work will happen between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, to keep traffic moving during the day.
"This is the first major phase of our network improvements project, and it shows our commitment to getting more people onto the bus," said City Manager Robert Eng. "When we finish Route 9, the next phase will target the Ambrel Lake Road corridor, followed by a full review of our downtown stops."
During construction, you may see temporary lane shifts and some bus stops moved to the opposite side of the street for safety. Drivers will follow a temporary detour route, and Wrenford Transit will send out daily service alerts through the app and at the Downtown Transit Terminal. Riders should expect a two to four minute delay on Route 9 while the work is underway.
If you are a contractor or business owner on the route, you will need a street use permit to access your driveway or loading zone during the work hours. The City has set up a temporary access plan for residents, and you can find a map of the work zone on the transit network improvements project page.
Wrenford Transit asks for your patience while the crews upgrade the stops. The new shelters and ramps will make it easier to board and stay dry or cool while you wait. Once the route is complete, the city will move on to the next phase of the network improvements project.
For the full construction timeline, route maps, and ongoing updates, visit the transit network improvements project page or call Wrenford 311.
