Help plan Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in Madison Survey

1.Select your top 3 priorities related to planning for the new Madison East-West BRT service. We want to hear from you no matter how often you currently use public transit in Madison.

Pedestrian Connections - Nearly all transit trips begin and end with walking. Providing safe, walkable streets and designated crosswalks within the Madison BRT corridor is important, especially around BRT station areas.

Bicycle Connections - People of all ages and abilities ride bikes in Madison. On-street bike lanes and dedicated paths should be designed to provide safe, convenient connections to BRT stations.

Enhanced Bus Features - BRT vehicles should include modern amenities which provide a high-quality riding experience for all users. Some examples include on-board WiFi, on-board bike storage, distinctive branding, and alternative fuel or electric vehicles.

Convenient Transfers - Many Madison Metro routes use the proposed East-West BRT corridor for at least a portion of their trip. Establishing efficient transfers between local Metro routes and the new BRT routes will benefit the entire bus system.

Parking Accommodations - Implementing BRT often requires the removal of some on-street parking to provide fast, reliable transit service. Balancing the pros and cons of on-street parking versus bus-only lanes should be evaluated, along with the possibility of adding park and ride facilities.

Fast & Reliable Buses - BRT is an opportunity to rethink how cars, buses, bikes, and pedestrians are prioritized in and along our roadways. Madison’s BRT investment should enhance the travel experience for everyone by making buses faster and more reliable.

Regional Benefits - Commuters from cities outside of Madison use the proposed East-West BRT route daily to reach major employment centers. Madison should create a BRT system that encourages regional commuters to use the bus for all or a portion of their trip.

2.Are you familiar with bus rapid transit (BRT)?

No, BRT is new to me.

I’ve heard of BRT, but I don’t know much about it.

Yes, I am familiar with BRT.

3.On average, how often do you ride the bus?

Frequent rider (five or more days per week).

Occasional rider (few times per month).

Seasonal rider (weather impacts my ridership).

Infrequent rider (primary vehicle not available).

I do not ride the bus.