Tucson plans $140M transit upgrades along Stone Avenue
Tucson plans $140M transit upgrades along Stone Avenue.
According to the City of Tucson, the proposed Stone Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project would run from the Tucson Mall to the downtown Ronstadt Transit Center.
The estimated $140 million project aims to make public transit safer, faster, and more cost-efficient by introducing larger, accordion-style buses, dedicated bus lanes, new bike lanes, and more.
The project is currently in its early planning stages, prompting city officials to host a community feedback session on Monday, Nov. 9, to gather input from local business owners and residents.
Funding for the project comes from RTA Next, which voters approved earlier this year.
Tucson Transit Administrator Ian Sansom said the city is actively seeking feedback on streetscape design and a long-term vision for the corridor.
Officials are encouraging local businesses, residents and neighborhood associations to share their input.
The city will host an online open house on Wednesday, Dec. 9, to gather more feedback as the planning process continues.