9th district Councilman Doug Conner hosted a small, but active group of citizens who came to listen, watch, and question Greater Richmond Transit Company representatives tonight about the proposed Main Street Transfer Station. Questions from the audience included concerns about traffic impact, location impact, environmental issues, and future plans of GRTC.

To get a better idea of what was seen at the meeting, readers should go here.

Perhaps the most immediate improvement riders can expect is bus stop signs with more route information. Some of the future improvements include a rapid transit system, articulated buses (think tandem bus), improved use of GPS systems in order to create real time bus information, current bus information, such as tracking, by cell phone among other possibilities.

The vision of GRTC seems on target for the direction Richmond’s transit issues are heading. However, according to one official, the development process is only at 30% at this time. Of course, this makes for an excellent opportunity to have more community input! Hope to see you at the next GRTC speaking engagement.

Looking for an excuse to get on your bicycle?  Are you a cyclist who is new to Richmond or a former cyclist who hasn’t ridden in a while? Join the Richmond Area Bicycling Association (RABA) for their New Rider Rides.  This is a great opportunity to meet other folks who want to get on their bikes and have some fun.
We will ride from Laurel Park Shopping Center (Woodman and Hungary Roads) to Ashland where we’ll take a short break and return to Laurel Park.  20 miles total.
All levels of cyclists welcome.  Helmets and basic cycling skills required.  Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
The event is held the first Saturday of the month, April – August.

Departure time is 8:30 sharp.

For more info visit www.raba.org