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    Houston Metro holds ribbon cuttings for bus stop improvements

    May 5, 2022
    The agency completed upgrades at 2,500 stops to make them fully accessible.
    Related To: Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston Metro)
    Houston Metro
    Pictured is the Route 44 Acres Homes Multi-Service Center bus stop.
    Pictured is the Route 44 Acres Homes Multi-Service Center bus stop.

    The Metro Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston Metro) completed upgrades to 2,500 bus stops, making them fully ADA accessible.  

    Houston Metro Board Members, executive leadership and elected officials joined community members to celebrate the major milestone. 

    “Back in 2017, Metro took a new approach to universal accessibility philosophy in all of our designs,” said Houston Metro Board Chair Sanjay Ramabhadran. “Our goal is not just to make bus stops compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act but to go well beyond that. Today marks a significant milestone on the journey.” 

    “This is a momentous occasion,” said Houston Metro Board Member Lex Frieden. “For me, when I look at an accessible bus stop, I don’t see the curb ramp. I don’t see the stop. I don’t see the pad. I see opportunity. I see the chance to go somewhere — to go and get an education, to go to work, to go to church, to go get friends to engage in recreation.” 

    Houston Metro Board Members Chris Hollins, Terry Morales and Troi Taylor also joined in the celebrations. 

    Houston Metro has made substantial financial commitments to continue the upgrade of its bus stops and shelters. 

    “We’re very proud of this accomplishment, but there’s more to come,” said Houston Metro CEO Tom Lambert. “COVID-19 has shown us that access to dependable, affordable public transportation is more important than ever before.” 

    Metra
    Metra is working to rehabilitate its stations with new ADA-accessible street-level entrances and lobbies with elevators; new stairs and headhouses; new composite deck platforms; and new lighting and signage.