Montgomery County Seeks Public Input on MD Route 355 Bus Rapid Transit Project
Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is advancing plans for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service along MD Route 355, aiming to connect Rockville to Germantown. The project, known as MD 355 Flash BRT, seeks to provide a faster and more efficient transit option along the busy corridor, which includes Wisconsin Avenue, Rockville Pike, and Frederick Road. The design for the central portion of the line, spanning from the Rockville Metrorail Station to Germantown, is now complete. MCDOT is hosting three public meetings in November to share details and gather feedback on the final design of this central segment. These meetings will cover aspects such as dedicated bus lanes, signal priority at intersections, and infrastructure for pedestrian and bicycle connections to modern stations. The northern and southern sections of the BRT project are still in the planning stages, contingent on securing future funding. This initiative is part of a broader vision for a countywide BRT network, first outlined ...