New Bus Shelter Installations Unveiled In Hamden

HAMDEN, CT — The Connecticut Department of Transportation on Wednesday unveiled the state’s first-ever installation of bus shelters under the Bus Stop Enhancement Program with five new shelters in Hamden.

The Bus Stop Enhancement Program is a new $20 million initiative to “upgrade high-ridership bus stops across Connecticut with modern amenities including shelters, benches, solar lighting, and real-time information displays,” according to a news release.

Officials said 600 bus shelters in total will be installed by 2029.

Informed by rider feedback, the program “directly addresses the most requested improvements, including shelter, seating, and improved access to real-time information,” according to the news release.

“We’re transforming bus stops across Connecticut into more accessible, welcoming, and rider-friendly spaces because everyone deserves the best experience possible when using public transit,” CT DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto said. “These new shelters are a vital investment in dignity, comfort, and safety for the tens of thousands of people who rely on our bus system every day.”

The state DOT has “evaluated every bus stop in the state by ridership to guide where improvements are made, ensuring upgrades are prioritized at the busiest and most visible locations,” the news release states. “All shelters and amenities are designed to meet ADA standards, incorporate universal design principles, and align with CTDOT’s Complete Streets Policy.”

Municipalities interested in enhancements can apply through CT DOT’s Bus Stop Enhancement Application process.

For more information about the Bus Stop Enhancement Program and how municipalities can participate, visit here.