Route 2 Stop Adjusts for School Zone Safety

Route 2 bus stop at University Drive closed weekdays 2-4 pm due to school traffic

Route 2 Stop Closed Weekday Afternoons

A bus stop on Route 2 will be unavailable during weekday afternoons due to school zone traffic, transit officials said. Stop ID 5520 at University Drive and Westview Drive won't serve Route 2 passengers Monday through Friday from 2 to 4 pm. Officials didn't specify when the closure began or how long it'll remain in effect.

School Zone Safety Drives Change

The stop closure addresses safety concerns during peak school dismissal hours, according to the transit agency. School zones typically see increased pedestrian and vehicle traffic between 2 and 4 pm on weekdays when students are leaving campus. Officials said the temporary closure helps reduce congestion and improve safety for students and bus riders. Transit agencies often adjust stop availability near schools to coordinate with local traffic management plans.

Limited Service During Two-Hour Window

The closure affects only Route 2 service during the specified afternoon hours, officials said. Riders needing to board or exit at University Drive and Westview Drive during the 2 to 4 pm window will need to use alternate stops, though officials didn't identify which nearby stops remain available. The agency didn't provide information about how many riders typically use Stop 5520 during affected hours or whether additional buses will serve alternate stops to accommodate displaced passengers. Service at the location operates normally outside the two-hour closure period and on weekends.

No End Date Announced

Officials haven't said whether the afternoon closure is temporary or permanent. The transit agency didn't provide details about when the school zone traffic pattern began requiring the stop closure or what conditions would need to change for service to resume during afternoon hours. Riders should expect the 2 to 4 pm closure to continue on weekdays until the agency announces otherwise.

Riders Should Plan Alternate Routes

Passengers who regularly use Stop 5520 during weekday afternoons will need to adjust their travel plans. Officials recommend allowing extra time to reach alternate stops during the closure hours. Moovit provides real-time updates and alternate route options for Route 2 riders affected by the stop closure.