The NNEPRA Board voted to move forward today with Phase 1 of the Brunswick Layover Facility expected to cost $12 million. The board...
This followed an extensive discussion with two members of the Brunswick West Neighborhood Coalition who once again requested that other sites be considered, based on noise and pollution concerns, and that public input would be part of the BLF process as it continues. The board and Executive Director Patricia Quinn assured them that there would be ample opportunity for public comment.
A letter of strong opposition to the West Brunswick location from State Senator Stan Gerzofsky was read into the record, a copy of which can be viewed here.
Performance Report
Schedule Changes on April 1st
Senior Discount to be Reduced on #685 & #695
Due to heavy ridership on #685 and #695 and in an effort to shift seniors to #687 and #697, the board voted to reduce the 50% senior discount to 15% on #685 and #695.
Bike Share in Portland
The board approved a one-year pilot program to provide day-rental bikes at the Portland Transportation Center. Details are still being worked out.{jcomments on}