MCDOT Unveils Comprehensive Bus Network Redesign for Montgomery County
Key Ideas
- MCDOT released a bus network redesign plan based on the Ride On Reimagined Study, introducing improved routes, expanded coverage, and new services to enhance transit access and sustainability.
- The plan includes transitioning the nearly 400 MCDOT Ride On buses to a zero-emission bus fleet to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the County's climate action goals.
- The redesign includes more frequent service on over 30 routes, expanded coverage through new Ride On Flex zones, improved connectivity with BRT and Ride On extRa lines, and a focus on sustainability goals.
- Montgomery County positioned itself as a leader in sustainable and accessible transit by aggressively pursuing federal and state grant funding to support the transition to zero-emission buses and expanded public transit services.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) announced the release of a comprehensive bus network redesign plan that implements recommendations from the two-year Ride On Reimagined Study. The plan aims to expand access to public transportation in Montgomery County by changing bus routes and frequency, expanding coverage to underserved areas, and adding new bus routes. The redesign includes more frequent service on over 30 routes, expanded coverage through new Ride On Flex zones, and improved connectivity with BRT and Ride On extRa lines. The long-term vision includes transitioning the nearly 400 MCDOT Ride On buses to zero-emission buses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the County's climate action goals. Montgomery County will be installing a hydrogen charging station to accommodate the transition to zero-emission buses. The redesign also focuses on job accessibility, with residents expected to access nearly 14,000 more jobs within 30 minutes during a typical morning rush hour commute, a 74 percent increase compared to the existing network. The plan aims to enhance operational efficiency and prepare for future growth, providing equitable access to jobs and encouraging public transit use. The interactive maps for the first-year, five-year, and long-term vision allow users to explore the proposed network changes. MCDOT has positioned itself as a leader in sustainable and accessible transit by aggressively pursuing funding to support the transition to zero-emission buses and expanded public transit services.
Topics
Public Transit
Sustainability
Transportation
Zero-emission Vehicles
Urban Planning
Community Development
Bus Network
Job Accessibility
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