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Phoenix Bus Rapid Transit Seeks Feedback on Van Buren Street Corridor Lane Option
The City of Phoenix first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor has been approved for 35th Avenue and Van Buren Street. The City is now inviting the public and area business owners to take part in workshops and pop-up events this October to learn about and share feedback on BRT lane options for Van Buren Street between 35th Avenue and Central Avenue.
Earlier in 2025, extensive community outreach - to community members and elected officials - focused on 35th Avenue between Van Buren and Cheryl Drive. This led to the selection of center-running BRT for 35th Avenue and 15 percent design is now underway.
As the Phoenix Bus Rapid Transit project moves to the next phase of community outreach for Van Buren Street, the City will host one community workshop, one business workshop and various pop-up events throughout October. To further engage the community in developing this corridor, an online open house will also be available for those who prefer to obtain information online. Feedback will be received through October 31.
The upcoming events provide an opportunity to learn more and give feedback on the two BRT lane options - side-running (bus lane on the curb side) and center-running (bus lane in the center of the road). Community input is critical at this stage and will help guide the design of BRT along this corridor.
Community Workshop
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 – Capitol Elementary School
330 N. 16th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85007 – 6 p.m.
Business Workshop
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – Moya Elementary School,
406 N. 41st Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009 – 6 p.m.
About the Phoenix BRT Program
BRT, or bus rapid transit, is a high-capacity bus service that provides a fast, reliable, and convenient transit experience. BRT is unique because there are no universal standards. This means BRT can be planned and designed to best meet the needs of the community it serves. However, there are a series of recurring elements found in successful BRT systems, and the more elements that are incorporated into a system, the more likely it is to succeed as an effective, efficient transportation service. Visit MeetPhoenixBRT.com to learn more.
