Improved bus service and better connections
Key Components
Improved pedestrian crossings and access to public transportation
Consistent and dependable travel times
Integrated bicycle facilities
Broader economic development opportunities, resulting in job creation
Milestones
Analyze Data & Existing/Evolving Conditions
Public Forums – Round #1
The Route for Change Program held 5 Open Houses along Roosevelt Boulevard to kick off the Program. Participants learned about the Program and had an opportunity to share their experiences of traveling on The Boulevard to help shape the team's area of focus.
Learn MorePublic Workshops – Round #2
The Route for Change team held 3 interactive public workshops, each focused on a segment of the Boulevard. Participants worked in small groups to discuss areas of concern and learned more about various engineering solutions to improve the area.
Learn MoreDevelop 2025 Interim Year Alternatives
Public Open Houses – Round #3
The Route for Change team held 3 public open houses to gather feedback about near term potential improvements to Roosevelt Boulevard.
Learn MoreKick-off 2040 Alternatives
Finalize 2025 Alternatives
Refine 2040 Alternatives
Public Workshops – Round #4
The Route for Change team held 3 public workshops, on November 8, November 14, and December 11, from 6 pm - 8 pm, to share the proposed interim recommendations and discuss the long-term alternatives to transform Roosevelt Boulevard.
Learn MoreComment on Boards – Public Workshops – Round #4
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Fall 2018 Route for Change Public Workshops. We appreciate your time and feedback! If you were unable to attend, you can still view the boards for the proposed short-term recommendations and long-term alternatives at the link below. Comments will be accepted until December 28, 2018.
Learn MoreFinalize 2040 Alternatives
Public Open Houses – Round #5
The Roosevelt Boulevard “Route for Change” program held 3 public meetings, on June 6, 11, and 12, from 6 pm – 8 pm, to continue the discussion about 2040 alternatives.
Learn MoreComment on Boards – Public Open Houses – Round #5
Thank you to everyone who participated in the June 2019 Route for Change Public Open Houses. We appreciate your time and feedback! If you were unable to attend, you can still view the presentation and boards for the proposed long-term alternatives and walkable transit station areas, by following the link below. Comments will be accepted until June 30, 2019.
Learn MoreDevelop 2025 & 2040 Implementation Strategy
Presenting the Program – Open Houses
Share Final Recommendations
Funding Agencies

City of Philadelphia
The City’s Office of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Sustainability (OTIS) and the Streets Department manage the Roosevelt Boulevard “Route for Change” Program and provide technical expertise.

PennDOT
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation maintains the Boulevard and has been actively engaged with stakeholders and communities to improve the route’s safety for all modes. Regional PennDOT information can be found on the District 6 page.

SEPTA
SEPTA is responsible for service along, as well as connecting service to the Boulevard, and is directly involved in planning efforts to provide more efficient bus service with improvements in frequency and shorter trip times for all users.

USDOT TIGER
The Roosevelt Boulevard “Route for Change” Program is primarily funded by a USDOT TIGER planning grant, with additional funds from the City of Philadelphia, PennDOT, and SEPTA.