04-15-2015, 12:08 PM
Article 14 of the Project Agreement gives some ideas of what to expect, notable, that the aBRT and LRT system should "read as one system" so it is very likely that the current aBRT stops will be very similar in design to the LRT stops. Oddly, Article 14 refers to Appendix L for specific designs, but Appendix L is missing from the list of Project Agreement documents.
Lifting a few sections from Article 14, here is what is expected:
"The LRT Stops will be at-grade LRT vehicle loading/unloading areas composed of open air shelters at street level and platforms. ... [They will] Provide a comfortable ambient environment, adequate lighting, personal comfort, aesthetic quality, supplementary services, weather protection, and security. As the time spent by patrons in aggregate is substantial, the environment for patrons waiting for a LRT train must not only be safe and secure, but should also be enjoyable, comfortable and informative."
"Architecture
(i) The architectural concept of LRT Stops shall reflect the attributes of simplicity, economy, functionality, aesthetics, marketability, serviceability and safety as well as blend in with the local styles of the adjacent community.
(ii) Create a civic architecture that is permanent, has a characteristic thread and contributes to its context – one that is not entirely derivative of the transit system, but of the neighborhoods and community of which it is a part.
(iii) Provide patron seating at shelters and other protected locations on the platform and protect transit passengers from adverse weather conditions (rain, wind and sun) and vehicular traffic.
(iv) Make transit safe, secure, friendly, fun and accessible to all, including users with disabilities.
(v) Develop systems that use durable, low maintenance materials and minimize life cycle costs.
(vi) Provide patron seating at shelters and other protected locations on the platform "
"The facilities must be able to serve the needs of patrons efficiently, economically, safely, conveniently, and comfortably. These LRT Stops shall also provide for the traditional requirements of public transit systems: identity in neighborhoods or downtown areas as a location for public transit, shelter from severe weather, and cover and/or screening from average weather conditions."
Lifting a few sections from Article 14, here is what is expected:
"The LRT Stops will be at-grade LRT vehicle loading/unloading areas composed of open air shelters at street level and platforms. ... [They will] Provide a comfortable ambient environment, adequate lighting, personal comfort, aesthetic quality, supplementary services, weather protection, and security. As the time spent by patrons in aggregate is substantial, the environment for patrons waiting for a LRT train must not only be safe and secure, but should also be enjoyable, comfortable and informative."
"Architecture
(i) The architectural concept of LRT Stops shall reflect the attributes of simplicity, economy, functionality, aesthetics, marketability, serviceability and safety as well as blend in with the local styles of the adjacent community.
(ii) Create a civic architecture that is permanent, has a characteristic thread and contributes to its context – one that is not entirely derivative of the transit system, but of the neighborhoods and community of which it is a part.
(iii) Provide patron seating at shelters and other protected locations on the platform and protect transit passengers from adverse weather conditions (rain, wind and sun) and vehicular traffic.
(iv) Make transit safe, secure, friendly, fun and accessible to all, including users with disabilities.
(v) Develop systems that use durable, low maintenance materials and minimize life cycle costs.
(vi) Provide patron seating at shelters and other protected locations on the platform "
"The facilities must be able to serve the needs of patrons efficiently, economically, safely, conveniently, and comfortably. These LRT Stops shall also provide for the traditional requirements of public transit systems: identity in neighborhoods or downtown areas as a location for public transit, shelter from severe weather, and cover and/or screening from average weather conditions."