PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Chester County officials and regional partners have unveiled a new bus shelter at the intersection of Church and Main Streets in Phoenixville, part of a broader effort to enhance the county’s public transportation network and rider amenities.
The project, spearheaded by the Chester County Commissioners and the Chester County Planning Commission in collaboration with SEPTA, targets high-traffic stops lacking adequate facilities. The Phoenixville stop, served by SEPTA Routes 99 and 139, was identified as one of the busiest locations without a shelter.
Speaking on behalf of the County Commissioners, Board Chair Josh Maxwell said, “Public transportation is a lifeline for many of our residents, connecting them to jobs, healthcare, education, and other day-to-day needs. Something as simple as a bus shelter can make a big difference—providing comfort and safety for riders as they wait.”
Phoenixville Borough had already developed plans for streetscape enhancements in the area, and the addition of a bus shelter complemented those improvements. Chester County provided Phoenixville with a grant to purchase a shelter of their choosing, in return for the Borough’s commitment to installation and long-term maintenance.
Phoenixville Borough Manager E. Jean Krack said, “As a continuing revitalized and growing urban downtown, Phoenixville serves as a regional civic, economic and population center.
“With the grant funding from the County, we were given the opportunity to expand transit service options within the Borough in the form of a bus stop hub and improved curbside amenities resulting in an appealing bus shelter that includes sustainable solar lighting for nighttime riders while they wait for their bus.”
This project directly supports Chester County’s Public Transportation Plan by not only enhancing rider comfort through the new shelter but also improving accessibility through Phoenixville’s existing pedestrian infrastructure.
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