METRO's BOOST Network

The METRONext Moving Forward Plan includes enhancements to 17 high-ridership bus routes so you can enjoy a better riding experience.  

What Are the Improvements?

A Better Walk

• New or improved sidewalks along your route
  
• Improved crosswalks at intersections for your safety
  
• Improved accessibility along the route with new ramps for wheelchair and stroller access
  

A Better Stop

• A bus shelter with lighting at every stop
  
• Digital real-time arrival information at every stop
  
• Bike parking and tools to fix your bike at key locations

A Better Ride

• Faster and more reliable service with streamlined stops along the route
  
• “Green light” preference for buses at key intersections
  
• Improvements designed to create easy traffic flow for buses and cars
  

Have any BOOST projects started yet?

Yes. The 56 Airline / Montrose is the first route in the METRO system to receive a BOOST.

WHERE
1.5-mile stretch of Studewood St. between White Oak Drive and Cavalcade St.

WHEN
Summer 2020

WHAT

• Bus shelters at every stop
  
• Sidewalk improvements and ramps on:
  • Studewood St.
  • Merrill St.
  • 11th St.
  • Temple St.
  • 13th St.
  • 14th St.
    
• New sidewalks connecting bus stops to:
  • Hogg Middle School
  • Proctor Plaza Park & Community Center
  • Heights High School
    
• Pedestrian refuge islands in median to protect customers while crossing streets

Phase 1 - 56 Airline / Montrose Map

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