Subsidize (1) the construction of the bus pull-out at live OAK superstop as well as safety enhancements to stop #10058 located on 13TH street/US 192 in saint cloud (2) lynx central station (LCS) bus…

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority (Lynx) $2.35 million under the Community Project Funding Congressionally Directed Spending program (CFDA 20.534) on August 18, 2025, for critical transit infrastructure improvements in the Orlando metropolitan area. The award supports three primary initiatives: (1) construction of a bus pull-out at the Live Oak Superstop and safety enhancements at Bus Stop #10058 on 13th Street/US 192 in Saint Cloud to improve passenger safety and accessibility; (2) pre-construction architectural and engineering services for the retrofit of Lynx Central Station (LCS) bus terminal to accommodate articulated buses and eliminate pedestrian/vehicle conflicts; and (3) procurement and replacement of solar technology for bus shelters that have reached the end of their useful life.

These projects are designed to enhance operational efficiency and passenger safety across Lynx's transit network, which serves approximately 2.3 million residents across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties through 68 bus routes. The bus pull-out and safety improvements will facilitate safer passenger transfers by relocating stops outside traffic lanes, while the LCS terminal retrofit will expand operational capacity and reduce pedestrian risk through proper accommodation of articulated buses. The grant funds a mix of capital construction and design services with a project completion deadline of March 30, 2032, reflecting the multi-year implementation timeline typical of transit infrastructure projects funded through congressionally directed spending.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to subsidize (1) the construction of the bus pull-out at live OAK superstop as well as safety enhancements to stop #10058 located on 13TH street/US 192 in saint cloud (2) lynx central station (LCS) bus terminal retrofit and (3) solar technology for bus shelters.

Activities

The awarded funds will be used to support several key transit infrastructure initiatives including the construction of the bus pull-out at the live OAK superstop safety and accessibility improvements at bus stop #10058 and pre-construction architectural and engineering (AE) services for the retrofit of the lynx central station bus terminal to accommodate the articulated bus fleet. Additionally the funds will support the procurement and replacement of solar technology for shelters that have reached the end of their useful life ensuring passenger safety.

Expected outcomes

Project #1: the funding will enable lynx to complete the construction of the bus pull-out at the live OAK superstop and safety enhancements at stop #10058 improving the safe transfer of passengers and providing a layover area outside of travel lanes. With buses no longer stopping in traffic lanes passenger transfers will be set further back from general traffic enhancing safety. This improvement will also reduce the need for passengers to cross multiple lanes to access transit services contributing to a safer and more efficient transit experience.project #2: currently articulated buses frequently block passenger crosswalks creating operational challenges for other buses entering and exiting the existing 40-foot bus bays. The funding will enable the reconstruction of the bus bays at LCS to accommodate articulated buses ensuring that pedestrian crosswalks remain unobstructed. This will reduce the risk of accidents involving pedestrians and other buses. Additionally this project will enhance operational capacity at LCS by improving schedule adherence for buses and operators ultimately making the lynx system more reliable and dependable for our customers.project #3:the installation of solar-powered lighting for bus shelters will enhance safety while providing independence from the electrical power grid. This project will focus on both safety and sustainability as the new solar lighting will ensure that passengers have a well-LIT environment while waiting for their bus.

Intended beneficiaries

Residents businesses and visitors of orange osceola and seminole county.

Subrecipient activities

Not applicable. No subrecipient activities will be funded through this grant.