ATLANTA — Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens issued an administrative order on Thursday that identifies the locations for infill MARTA stations.
This comes after the mayor previously announced that the city would partner with MARTA to build a new heavy rail station at the Murphy Crossing redevelopment project in addition to three infill stations. There will also be a corridor for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line to connect the redeveloped Bowen Homes community with Ponce City Market.
According to the order, the proposed locations would be:
- Krog Street/Hulsey Yard
- Joseph E. Boone
- Murphy Crossing
- Armour Yards
Dickens said that both legacy and emerging communities in the city have transportation needs that deserve effective solutions.
"It is imperative that our transportation investments are strategically and equitably deployed to increase ridership on MARTA's heavy rail network and bus system, fostering a more connected and unified Atlanta," Dickens stated.
The order also showcases the collaboration between the city, Atlanta BeltLine, and MARTA to develop the design and financing plan for the stations. In addition, according to a release, it's calling for community engagement efforts to ensure the design of the stations is accessible and appropriate for each area they are located in.
Overall, according to the order, MARTA, the Atlanta BeltLine, and city staff will begin developing a plan for transit options for the entire BeltLine corridor.
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