Metro Bus Western Transit Center Public Input Meeting set for September 22

Schematic conception of what the outside front of the Metro Bus Western Transit Center will look like. It is a dark-colored, one-story building with large windows on the right and a sidewalk out front leading to the door. — Schematic design of the Metro Bus Western Transit Center building view from the east. Courtesy of Oertel Architects.

Metro Bus will hold a public input meeting regarding construction of the Western Transit Center in Waite Park. Community members and stakeholders are encouraged to attend to learn more about the process, give input and ask questions.

WHEN: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 | 4:30-7:30 PM

WHERE: ST. CLOUD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE | 1201 2ND ST. S, WAITE PARK, MN | DOOR 5

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We look forward to seeing you there!

ABOUT THE WESTERN TRANSIT CENTER

To better serve the growing communities in the western part of the service area, Metro Bus is building a second transit center in Waite Park at the corner of 2nd Ave. S. and Sundial Dr. Following a Request For Proposal and vetting process, Metro Bus selected Oertel Architects to design and build the facility.
The facility is tentatively scheduled to open in late 2026.
Metro Bus Forward will bring improved route alignments utilizing the new Western Transit Center to provide transfers, pass sales, customer service and more!

Schematic design of the Metro Bus Western Transit Center building view from the northeast. Courtesy of Oertel Architects.

METRO BUS WESTERN TRANSIT CENTER SITE PLAN

The Metro Bus Western Transit Center will be designed as a multimodal transit hub for Metro Bus Fixed Route and Dial-a-Ride services, pedestrians, bicycles and more.

A map of the placement of the Metro Bus Western Transit Center on the corner of Sundial drive and 2nd Street S in Waite Park.

A layout of the Metro Bus Western Transit Center. There are doors on the south, east and west sides. The offices are on the south end. The public area and bathrooms are on the north end.

BENEFITS OF THE WESTERN TRANSIT CENTER FOR THE COMMUNITY

Enhances connectivity across the service area in conjunction with the upcoming Metro Bus Forward route realignment.
Creates a drop point on the west side of the service area to allow for shorter rides.
Allows for more efficient development of the public transportation system.
Increases flexibility for passengers by providing additional transfer options.
Optimizes customer experience throughout the service area by reducing congestion at the downtown St. Cloud Transit Center and other hubs.

PUBLIC INPUT MEETING BROCHURE

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