New infrastructure project in Guelph will benefit public transit
The federal government is investing $9.7 million in public infrastructure in Guelph to support efficient and affordable transit.
This includes:
- $7.4 million for transit bus replacement;
- $1.3 million for replacing fare boxes on all buses and automate validation of student passes (U-pass) and transfers;
- $363,000 to upgrade 132 bus stops to ensure multi-route stops have shelters and, where possible, all stops are accessible;
- $147,500 for developing a transportation master plan for Guelph; and
- $500,000 for upgrading the traffic signal control system that coordinates traffic signals along major streets.
The funding will be matched by the City of Guelph for a total public infrastructure cost of $19.4 million.
