Bus stops, shelters and transit expansion
Summary
Bennett asked for a new bus stop on Nansemond Parkway between Cherry Blossom and Woodlake; Ward pushed for shelters at stops where riders wait in the rain. Staff said the city will add shelters where it owns right-of-way and welcomed input on new stop locations.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 2
Last discussed Jul 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
You get to save some cash on your commute all week long.
Transit riders, especially those without cars commuting to work.
No groups negatively affected
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City Council Work Sessions (Work) - Jul 1, 2026
Bennett asked for a new bus stop on Nansemond Parkway between Cherry Blossom and Woodlake; Ward pushed for shelters at stops where riders wait in the rain. Staff said the city will add shelters where it owns right-of-way and welcomed input on new stop locations.
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