Transit Improvement and Expansion

in progress

• The project output consists of a bus maintenance facility renovation and expansion, bus replacement and expansion, new hubs and stops, bike racks and bike corrals as well as upgrades to transit software. The project will enhance the transit system efficiency, accessibility and connectivity with road and active transportation networks, and will provide for a better customer experience. • Specifically, the project scope includes 1 bus maintenance facility renovation/expansion (conversion of the public works fleet maintenance depot), 7 new low-emission gasoline buses (5 will replace older buses), 1 new transit hub (large cement pad with 3 bus shelters), 20 additional bus stops, 7 bus-mounted bike racks, 6 bike corrals and 1 transit software package for a specialized public transit scheduling system. • The project will result in improved capacity, quality, safety and accessibility of the transit system in the City of Kawartha Lakes.