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Bexley council tables vote on LinkUS bus rapid transit stop after public safety and design concerns
Summary
Councilmember Liz Lamke introduced a resolution supporting a proposed LinkUS median station near Pleasant Ridge; after public comments—particularly from Christ Lutheran Church—and questions about parking, traffic, curb and tree impacts, council voted unanimously to table the measure for further review and outreach.
Bexley City Council on Tuesday paused a vote on a resolution supporting the LinkUS bus rapid transit (BRT) stop on Main Street west of Pleasant Ridge Avenue, choosing instead to table the matter and gather more information after public comment and council questions.
Councilmember Liz Lamke, sponsor of Resolution 02‑25, said the council working group asked for a legislative vehicle to solicit public comment and give council time to consider feedback. Lamke said the council received additional survey responses and that COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority) had provided design and ridership data for review.
During public comment, Kathy Schroer, president of Christ Lutheran Church at 2314 E. Main Street, urged council to postpone approval until full design plans are available. Schroer said the proposed station “would sit directly across the…
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