Learn about SW Corridor transit and BRT

Trimet is holding local meetings pertaining to bus transportation for the cities in the SW Corridor (The Future of Transit), and another series of monthly talks that include a variety of transit topics (Transit on Tap).  The subject of late January's talk is understanding the Bus Rapid Transit System, or BRT.  

BRT figures as the chief transit option in the SW Corridor Transit System Plan and the Tigard Triangle transit-oriented development plan.  The BRT as being discussed has the potential of using up 2 of the 4 lanes on Hwy. 99, Barbur Blvd., and other streets, if the style of BRT selected is one that needs exclusive lanes for the buses rather than a hybrid system that operates on regular, unrestricted roads.  This is a critical distinction because federal funds are available for "New Starts" grant money, but only if 50% of existing roads are converted to transit use.  This option has the added benefit for 

Metro (or Trimet) does not need to cannibalize critical roadways in order to implement a BRT system - but it may be the only thing the public is told, or the decision that has already been made.  Excuse the cynicism, but after watching how the Locally Preferred Option for the Portland to Lake Oswego Streetcar was decided, it is not only plausible, but likely that the public has little to say about high-capacity transit decisions in the regions.  

The Future of Transit
Southwest Service Enhancement Plan

We are holding a series of community meetings about bus service improvements in Southwest Portland, Tigard, Tualatin, King City, Sherwood, Durham, Lake Oswego and West Linn.

Enjoy light refreshments and roll up your sleeves; you'll review maps and work with others to help determine the long-term vision of bus service in your area.  

Thursday, January 9, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
West End Building, Santiam Room
4101 SW Kruse Way, Lake Oswego

Transit on Tap

Talks will be held in meeting rooms at local brew pubs, where you will be able to sample what’s on tap while hearing from transit experts on a variety of topics.

All events are free and open to the public.

Pub-goers are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.

Upcoming talks:What is BRT?

Wednesday, January 29, 5–7 p.m.

Max’s Fanno Creek Brew Pub

12562 SW Main St

Tigard, OR 97223

February

TBD