Side-running bus lanes are great, but moving bus lanes to the center of the street removes conflicts and helps bus service reach its full potential.

This walkshop will showcase the Columbus Avenue project, a collaboration between the City of Boston and the MBTA that sets a new standard for bus facilities in Greater Boston. The project features center-running bus lanes, bus-boarding platforms with enhanced amenities, and pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements along the corridor. We’ll visit the vibrant Egleston Square neighborhood to tour the installation on foot and by bus. We’ll discuss the benefits and challenges of center-running bus facilities, lessons learned, and how the project improves transit equity on a critical corridor.

Accessibility: Moderate walking, accessible bus stops. Please note that a portion of the route will use shuttle buses which are temporarily replacing the Orange Line subway. While the coach-style buses are accessible, if you need wheelchair or other mobility device access, you may be more comfortable in one of the accessible vans that is available for the Orange Line diversion. Please contact William Moose (william.moose@boston.gov) if you would prefer to use this accessible van service.

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Mode

• Pedestrian/Easy

Leader

• William Moose, City of Boston

Speakers

• Sarah Leung, Disabilities Commission
• Matt Moran, Boston Transportation Department