The project will implement bus rapid transit (BRT) treatments and pedestrian safety improvements along the M79 bus route in manhattan

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the New York City Department of Transportation $3.75 million on August 10, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to implement bus rapid transit treatments and pedestrian safety improvements along the M79 bus route in Manhattan.

The project will construct bus bulbs with bus pads, curb extensions, standalone bus pads, and pedestrian refuge islands. Outcomes include increased crosstown transit service mobility for transit-dependent populations, reduced air pollution, and increased bus speeds. Bus riders and members of the general public, including families with young children, are the intended beneficiaries.

The period of performance runs through January 1, 2032, with all work performed in New York City. NYCDOT performs all work directly; no subrecipients are involved.

Activities

Activities to be performed include the construction of bus bulbs with bus pads curb extensions standalone bus pads and pedestrian refuge islands.

Expected outcomes

Improving crosstown transit service will increase mobility for transit dependent populations reduced air pollution and increased bus speeds.

Intended beneficiaries

Bus riders and members of the general public including families with young children.