Davis, LaHood announce $8 million to Connect Transit for downtown Bloomington transfer center

Posted on August 6, 2020
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (IL-13) meets with Connect Transit and community leaders about a proposed Downtown Bloomington Transfer Center on August 23rd, 2018. (Photo courtesy U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – Central Illinois Congressmen Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville) and Darin LaHood (R-Dunlap) on Thursday announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration has awarded an $8 million grant to Connect Transit to build a new downtown Bloomington transfer center.

According to a news release, it will replace the current on-street bus transfer area. The new center will serve 10 bus routes and 1,800 daily boardings, offering riders protection from weather and improved safety, access, amenities and transit service.

“I want to thank both Congressmen Rodney Davis and Darin LaHood for their support of Connect Transit. This money gets us closer to the dream of a downtown transfer station in Bloomington,” said Ryan Whitehouse, chairman of Connect Transit’s Board of Trustees. “Both Rodney and Darin have always been strong supporters of transit and the people we serve. This project would not be possible without their work.”

“Investing in our public transit systems means we’re investing in economic and community development,” said Davis.

“Connect Transit plays an essential role in our community, providing public transportation services to get residents where they need to go in a timely manner,” said LaHood.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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