Bloomington Transit pauses West Third Green Line plan, shifts to smaller upgrades while seeking federal funding
A 2024 feasibility study found a 7.25-mile West Third “Green Line” technically feasible but costly; Bloomington Transit says federal dollars and a population-density threshold are required and the West Third corridor currently falls short. The agency plans stop upgrades and traffic-signal priority while it waits for development and funding.
A 2024 feasibility study examined a proposed 7.25-mile Green Line along West Third Street, including 15-minute service and bus treatments to speed trips; survey results showed roughly 80% support for dedicated bus lanes. Bloomington Transit says the build would cost millions and needs federal funding to proceed.
BT planning manager Shelley Strimaitis told staff the east side near College Mall meets density requirements but much of West Third — including the developing Hopewell area — does not, so the Green Line is on hold. BT plans incremental work such as higher-amenity bus stops and traffic-signal adjustments to prioritize buses, with signal-priority changes targeted within the next two years to improve on-time performance.
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