While the Central Avenue and UNM / CNM BRT projects have been prioritized by Rio Metro’s Board of Directors, the HCTS report details the Paseo del Norte BRT project’s next steps, which include:
- Acquiring right-of-way (e.g. future park-and-ride locations)
- Advancing environmental studies and design
- Ensuring that roadway improvements within the corridor are compatible with future BRT service
- Exploring capital and operations funding options
- Supporting land use changes along the corridor that will benefit BRT performance and help correct the jobs-housing imbalance
- Working cooperatively with local governments to address their needs and concerns