Current METRO Projects

In Progress

Here are some of the projects we're currently working on.

54 Scott

Improvements along an 11-mile stretch of the route between Downtown Transit Center and MLK Health Center.

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56 Airline / Montrose

Improvements along a 20-mile stretch of the route between Greenspoint Transit Center and Texas Medical Center.

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82 Westheimer

Improvements along a 19-mile stretch of the route between downtown Houston and the West Oaks Mall on Highway 6.

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85 Antoine / Washington

Improvements along a 4-mile stretch of the route between Westcott Street and Interstate 45 along Washington Avenue.

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Photo of the Addicks Park and Ride facility.

Addicks Park & Ride

METRO is considering redevelopment of Addicks P&R facility into something more than just a hub for great transit service.

Crew members installing a METRO bus shelter.

Bus Shelters

New bus shelters are being installed throughout the METRO service area for accessibility, safety, weather protection and comfort.

A digital sign at the Hiram Clarke Transit Center.

Digital Signage

Signs provide riders with real-time arrival information, service alerts, detours and stop closures.

Construction taking place along High Star Drive in the Gulfton area.

Gulfton Revitalization

We're partnering on collective efforts to promote safer and healthier communities in underserved areas.

METRO Maintenance of Way Artist Rendering

METRORail Facility

Centralized facility for maintaining and making repairs along all three METRORail lines for improved efficiency, safety and reliability.

Solar panels being installed at the Townsen Park and Ride facility.

Solar Panel Pilots

Two pilot programs at our facilities will harness solar energy to enhance sustainability and infrastructure resilience.

Photo of a METRO local bus on the 80 MLK/Lockwood route at the Tidwell Transit Center.

Tidwell TOD Plan

An action plan to increase mobility and improve connectivity at and around the Tidwell Transit Center with transit-oriented development (TOD).

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Woman in a wheelchair boards a METRO local bus on route 14 Hiram Clarke

Universal Accessibility

A collection of ongoing improvements to our facilities and services so they meet or exceed ADA standards.

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METRO Park & Ride bus at the Grand Parkway Park & Ride.

METRONow

The METRONow plan provides a vision for ridership growth by prioritizing safety, improving cleanliness, increasing service and reliability, and enhancing infrastructure.

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Solar Panel Pilots

These projects are a pilot initiative aimed at exploring the potential to generate and use renewable energy. By investing in solar technology, we are taking a significant step towards sustainability, operational efficiency, resiliency and reduction in grid reliance. We plan to introduce solar energy initiatives as part of our commitment to investing in renewable energy. As part of our Climate Action Plan, our objective is to increase the proportion of renewable energy sources from 25% to 35% by the year 2030.

Initially, the solar panels will result in cost savings on electric utility bills. For example, the Townsen Park & Ride received a zero dollar electric bill for September and October of 2024. The solar panels paired with battery storage capabilities will help METRO become more resilient and less reliant on the energy grid, specifically for electric bus charging needs. The ability to charge and use electric buses during a complete power outage will result in METRO continuing its operations to provide reliable public transit service.

In the long term, these projects will contribute to a lower carbon footprint, supporting our commitment to environmental sustainability. Additionally, by reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, we can improve air quality, creating a healthier environment for everyone in our community.

The Townsen Park & Ride project was completed in September 2024.

In January 2025, the installation of a Tesla battery and more than 1,600 solar panels began at the West Bus Operating Facility. The project is expected to be completed by July 2025.

The expected cost for these projects is approximately $7 million. We plan to apply for a 40% reimbursement through the Federal Inflation Reduction Act and should see up to a $3 million return on investment.

Gulfton Revitalization

The Gulfton Revitalization project is a collaboration between METRO, City of Houston, Harris County Precinct 4 and other partners to improve services and infrastructure in the Gulfton community.

Key partnerships include:

A 4.1-mile dedicated bus lane connecting the Gulfton community to key job centers in the Galleria, Downtown Houston and Texas Medical Center. Designed to provide fast, reliable service, the project will serve major residential areas and important community destinations such as parks, health services and community centers.

METRO also recently secured a $1.2 million planning grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to work with Harris County Precinct 4, the City of Houston and the Gulfton community to develop a Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Plan for areas along METRO's proposed Gulfton bus lane project. The planning process will result in a comprehensive TOD strategy focused on enhancing mobility, housing and community development in one of Houston's most transit dependent areas. The planning process is expected to begin in mid-2025.

Status: The project is currently in the project development stage with 10% design completed.

Harris County Precinct 4 is investing in major masterplans and improvement projects at Burnett Bayland Park and Bayland Park. The county has also partnered with the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA), and Gulfton and Southwest Management Districts, on a safety improvement project under the American Rescue Plan Act Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (ARPA CPTED).

METRO is also in partnership with Harris County Precinct 4 to invest in several projects, including the installation of 200 bus shelters in the Gulfton community through a $6.2 million investment.

Status: Precinct 4 has procured a designer and is coordinating with METRO on the site selection process and design prototypes.

The City of Houston is investing in the Gulfton community using a $43.4M grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the Resilient Communities: Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens Sidewalks Project, and a $690,200 grant for Reconnecting Communities: Gulfton and Beyond project. METRO is partnering with the City of Houston to advance some of the planning work required due to the impact it will have on the transit system.

These coordinated efforts are set to revitalize the Gulfton community by improving transportation, public safety and infrastructure.

Bus Shelter Projects

METRO is enhancing the customer experience with improved bus shelters across our service area. Through new installations, upgrades and repairs, we're making transit more safe, clean, reliable and accessible. Our bus shelter projects include three key efforts: rehabilitating existing shelters, installing new standard shelters and adding BOOST shelters to upgrade stops along BOOST routes.

METRO has a goal to install 2,000 new shelters over a five-year period, with an expected completion date in mid-2028. As of April 2025, over 600 shelters have been installed.

METRO bus shelter with a waiting customer.

METRO is focused on extending the lifespan of our existing shelters by fixing structural damage, repainting, replacing parts and ensuring shelters remain safe and accessible for riders. Since October 2024, METRO has removed, repaired and reinstalled over 80 bus shelters.

Cantilever bus shelter along the 54 Scott route

METRO is upgrading several high-frequency bus routes to provide a better walk, a better stop and a better ride. As part of these projects, we're installing unique shelters and bus stop signs that are exclusive to BOOST routes. There are four types of BOOST shelters: cantilever, small, medium, and large.

As of April 2025, more than 100 BOOST shelters and 100 bus stop signs have been installed.

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Current Projects

In Progress

54 Scott

56 Airline / Montrose

82 Westheimer

85 Antoine / Washington

Addicks Park & Ride

Bus Shelters

Digital Signage

Gulfton Revitalization

METRORail Facility

Solar Panel Pilots

Tidwell TOD Plan

Universal Accessibility

METRONow

Resources and References

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