Line 71/Rapid Corridors Project

Santa Cruz METRO is planning to create a new rapid service to make transit between Watsonville and Santa Cruz faster, more reliable, and easier to access. Based on priorities shared by the public earlier this year, METRO has identified ways that will make transit a priority throughout the route, including improved and relocated bus stops, and improved sidewalks and crosswalks.

 

METRO would like your feedback on the proposed improvements. Please spend a few minutes to learn more about the project and to provide input.

Project Objectives

  • Engage community members to understand needs and opportunities for improved transit service, amenities, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
  • Evaluate traffic and travel conditions along the corridor to identify potential transit priority improvements, bus stop amenities, and pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
  • Develop strategies and solutions for improving transit service and access.
  • Coordinate with local jurisdictions and key stakeholders to identify steps to implementation.

Project Timeline

  • September 2022 – January 2023: Data Collection and Existing Conditions
  • January – February 2023: Round 1 community engagement survey and pop-up events
  • February – August 2023: Identify problems, develop strategies, and prioritize recommendations
  • September – October 2023: Round 2 community feedback and meeting/pop-up events
  • METRO would like your feedback on the proposed improvements. Please spend a few minutes to learn more about the project and to provide input. Survey closes Thursday, October 26th, 2023
  • November 2023: Develop Implementation Plan
  • November 2023 – January 2024: Prepare Final Report and Presentation

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