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Planning commission approves temporary bus boarding platform and curb extensions on Mechanicsville Turnpike, with reporting conditions
Summary
After extensive public comment and technical briefings, the commission approved a pilot bus boarding platform and curb‑extension traffic‑calming measures at Browers Lane and Mechanicsville Turnpike, subject to 1‑, 3‑ and 12‑month reports and optional centerline hardening if observations show it is needed.
The Richmond Planning Commission on Feb. 25 approved a location, character and extent review for a temporary bus boarding platform and associated curb‑extension traffic calming at the southeast corner of Browers Lane and Mechanicsville Turnpike. The project is part of Richmond Connects’ lighter‑quicker‑cheaper program and aims to shorten pedestrian crossing distances, slow vehicle turning speeds and provide a dignified, accessible boarding area for GRTC buses.
Kelly Rowan of the Office of Equitable Transit and Mobility presented design, community outreach and monitoring plans. The…
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