Connecting Communities to Transit

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About this Project

In its ongoing commitment to revitalize the Boulder Highway Corridor, the City of Henderson alongside the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Southern Nevada, applied and were awarded the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Transit-Oriented Development Planning Grant to plan for connected, safe, walkable, and vibrant communities near transit.

The Connecting Communities to Transit project emerged from a study that reimagined Boulder Highway and recommended transit improvements along the corridor. This project will focus on multi-modal connections to the new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Line and on Transit Oriented Community (TOC) near the new BRT stations.

The study will look at:

Walking and biking connections to Boulder Highway
First/last mile connections to BRT stations
Potential for new developments (such as housing, jobs, services, shops, and restaurants)
TOC opportunities adjacent to the planned BRT line

Why Boulder Highway?

As one of the oldest and most traveled roadways in the City of Henderson, the Boulder Highway Corridor has long been a key area for beautification, redevelopment, enhanced economic investment, and safety improvements.

The Connecting Communities to Transit planning project aims to maximize the benefit and impact of the investment and construction already underway by planning for increased multi-modal connections from both sides of planned BRT line and stations along the corridor.

The Study Will Look At:

Walking and biking connections to Boulder Highway
First/last mile connections to BRT stations
Potential for new developments (such as housing, jobs, services, shops, and restaurants)
TOC opportunities adjacent to the planned BRT line

Project Area

The Connecting Communities to Transit planning project will focus on improving connectivity and accessibility within a 3-mile radius of the planned BRT line.

Those affected and those who will stand to benefit from the ongoing and planned improvements along the 7.5-mile segment of Boulder Highway within the Henderson city limits include: Ward 1 and 3 residents and business owners, pedestrians, cyclists, seniors, transit-dependent bus riders, employers, respective employees, students and more.

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For more information on this initiative, please contact Alejandra Fazekas at: Alejandra.Fazekas@cityofhenderson.com

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

How can I get involved and receive project updates?

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You can visit our Connecting Communities to Transit website and check the calendar of outreach events.

Join the Email List

You can subscribe and provide direct input via our email list cc2t@stantec.com.

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For more information on this initiative, please contact Alejandra Fazekas at Alejandra.Fazekas@cityofhenderson.com.
What are first/last mile (FLM) connections?

Most transit trips are not door to door. Riders must get from the place they start their trip - their home, for example - to their transit stop. This is generally referred to as the "first mile," although the distance is usually less than a mile. After taking transit, the rider must then get from their drop-off point to their final destination. This is referred to as the "last mile." First/last mile (FLM) connections can be described as walking, biking, taking a scooter, or any other type of short-distance means of transportation. Making FLM trips easy, comfortable, and safe can not only make it more convenient to get from Point A to B but can also increase transit ridership.
What are the project limits?

This study focuses exclusively on the eight new transit stations that will be completed as part of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) roadway construction in Henderson. The stations will be within the 7.5 miles of the corridor located in Henderson, between Tulip Falls Drive and Wagonwheel Drive.

Based on local context, a reasonable and comfortable walking and biking distance from each station will be identified for review. In our climate, where high temperatures can be a significant issue for many months of the year, this typically means approximately 5 to 10 minutes of travel on foot or by bike. For pedestrians, 5 to 10 minutes is typically between 1/4-mile and 1/2-mile. A typical bicyclist can travel 2 to 3 miles in the same timeframe.
What are transit-oriented communities?

TOC are more compact, higher-density developments close to transit stations designed to promote sustainable living by prioritizing access to public transportation. TOC can help a community provide a wider variety of housing types (like apartments and townhomes), jobs and services, while potentially lowering transportation expenses by making walking, bicycling, and using transit convenient, safe, and enjoyable for daily trips.

TOC generally includes improvements to bicycle and pedestrian facilities, making walking and biking a more viable option for travel. With a combination of compact, high-density development and multi-modal transportation options, communities can more easily access key destinations.

For more information on transit-oriented communities and development, please refer to the Transit-Oriented Development Briefing Book from the RTC's On Board Mobility Plan.
What if my question is not included in these FAQs?

If you don’t see your question in these FAQs, please email us at cc2t@stantec.com. We’ll be updating the FAQs regularly based on the feedback we receive.
What will this study accomplish?

With center-running BRT coming to Boulder Highway, this study will engage the community and stakeholders, create first/last mile connections, foster equitable access for all people, and develop design concepts, design guidelines, and zoning recommendations to foster Transit Oriented Communities around the eight BRT stations. First/last mile (FLM) improvements include new connections to the stations from the surrounding neighborhoods. Potential for new development (such as housing, jobs, services, shops and restaurants), the design layout, economic feasibility, and regulatory changes required to achieve them will be created for station areas using a Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) framework.
Where can I find more information about the roadway reconstruction project?

For more information on the roadway reconstruction project, please visit Reimagine Boulder Highway.
Why are we doing this study?

High-quality transit is coming Boulder Highway. Dedicated bus lanes and new transit stations are being built, which will provide faster, more reliable, and higher-quality service for Henderson. The Connecting Communities to Transit planning project aims to capitalize on these investments and ensure benefits extend beyond just the roadway itself to the many neighborhoods and residents who live along or travel on Boulder Highway. The study will focus on improving connectivity to the new transit stations, as well as new development around the station areas.

Henderson, along with RTC of Southern Nevada, received a $700,000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to complete this study.
Will there be changes to businesses and homes along Boulder Highway?

The study will explore and recommend potential changes around the BRT station areas based on community and stakeholder input. The City of Henderson will follow appropriate processes to select and implement feasible recommendations that will best benefit the Henderson community.
Will this project change property values or tax considerations around Boulder Highway?

High-capacity transit is desirable to live and work near. This study allows an evaluation of the economic forces that might impact station areas. Working with the community and stakeholders, Henderson will develop plans and policies for station areas to guide those forces appropriately.
Will this project make the corridor safer?

Safety is a top priority, and this project will study ways to improve safety at and around station areas for people traveling on foot, by bike, on transit, and in private vehicles. The study might recommend infrastructure improvements (new streets, crossings, signals, bicycle lanes) and/or new policies and operational patterns (such as speed limits or increased crossing time) on streets adjacent to or connections with Boulder Highway.
Will we get bike share in Henderson?

The study will look at many ways to improve connections to the new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line coming to Boulder Highway; bike share will be considered and may be one recommendation.

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Related Concurrent Projects

Boulder Highway Roadway Reconstruction

Concurrently, the existing Reimagine Boulder Highway project is taking place. Reconstruction of Boulder Highway in Henderson is soon to start for a center-running Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Line, cycle tracks (bicycle), improved pedestrian accommodations, and streetscape amenities. These additions will provide convenient, safer, and more efficient public transit along Boulder Highway for both pedestrians as well as cyclists.

Status:

Design is completed
Construction beginning August 2024 and continuing through 2027

Boulder Highway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

Transit service changes to follow the Boulder Highway Roadway Reconstruction project timeline. For more information, please visit the RTC's website.

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