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 and Existing Conditions
2015 - 2018
October 2016 Public Workshops
October 25-27
Join the discussion about short-term and long-term ideas for improving Roosevelt Boulevard!
Learn MoreWorkshop #1
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Waterfall Room, 2791 Southampton Road, Philadelphia, 6:00 – 8:00 pm______________________________
Discuss ideas for solutions on the Boulevard, between Pennypack Park and the Neshaminy Mall
Served by SEPTA bus routes 1, 14, and 84
Spanish and Russian interpretation available
Workshop #2
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Regal Ballroom, 5411 Oxford Avenue, Philadelphia, 6:00 - 8:00pm______________________________
Discuss ideas for solutions on the Boulevard, between Pratt Street and Pennypack Park
Served by SEPTA bus routes R, 1, 8, 19, 24, 59 & 67
Chinese and Spanish interpretation available
Workshop #3
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Little Flower High School, 1000 W. Lycoming Street, Philadelphia, 6:00 - 8:00 PM______________________________
Discuss ideas for solutions on the Boulevard, between Pratt Street and Broad Street
Served by SEPTA bus routes R, 4, 16, 53, 56 & Broad Street Line (Hunting Park)
Spanish and Chinese interpretation available
Explore & Analyze Economic Development Opportunities
Fall 2016
Develop 2025 Interim Year Alternatives
Fall / Winter 2016
Spring / Summer 2017 Public Forums
Locations & Times TBD
2025 Interim Year Alternatives Presentation
Develop 2040 Long-Range Alternatives
Fall 2017
Spring 2018 Public Forums
Locations & Times TBD
2040 Long-Range Alternatives Presentation
Finalize Alternatives into Recommendations
Spring 2018
Develop Implementation Strategy
Open Houses
Summer / Fall 2018
Share Final Recommendations
Funding Agencies
City of Philadelphia
The City’s Office of Transportation & Infrastructure Systems (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.