Title
Briefing on the Peninsula Corridor Transit Study
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
In March 2016, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), in partnership with the cities of Hampton and Newport News, initiated the Peninsula Corridor Study to define potential alignment(s), a preferred transit technology, potential funding and an implementation phasing for high capacity transit on the Peninsula. The results of this 18-month study will define dedicated transit connections between existing and future activity centers in Hampton and Newport News. Further, the Peninsula Corridor Study is proposed to connect the Peninsula cities to the Southside through the VDOT’s Third Harbor Crossing of I-64 or I-664 in a growing network of high capacity transit for the Hampton Roads. This regionally significant project will be closely coordinated with elected officials, residents, agency and city staff, and business and community members in each jurisdiction to ensure that the study results accurately reflect the vision and growth for the Peninsula.
William Harrell, the President of Hampton Roads Transit, will brief Council on the Peninsula Corridor Transit Study. Mr. Harrell is also scheduled to brief the Newport News City Council on this topic on August 9th.
Recommendation:
Rec
No action required by Council.
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