Route 2 Stop Adjusts for School Zone Safety

Route 2 bus stop at University Drive and Westview Drive closed weekdays 2-4 pm for school safety

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 leave campus. Officials said the temporary closure helps manage congestion and ensures student safety during high-traffic periods. Transit agencies routinely 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 stop continues normal operations outside the two-hour closure period on weekdays and operates on regular schedules during weekends. Officials didn't provide ridership data for the affected stop or say how many passengers typically use it during closure hours.

No End Date Announced

Transit officials didn't announce when the afternoon closure will end or whether it's tied to the current school year. The agency typically reviews temporary service changes periodically but didn't provide a timeline for reassessing this closure. Officials said they'll continue monitoring traffic patterns and safety conditions around the school zone.

Riders Should Plan Alternate Routes

Route 2 passengers who regularly use the University Drive and Westview Drive stop between 2 and 4 pm weekdays should identify alternate boarding locations, officials said. The agency didn't specify whether additional signage has been posted at the affected stop to notify riders of the closure. Moovit provides real-time updates and alternate route options for Route 2 and other transit services in the area.