November 8, 2024
Press Releases
RIPTA Seeks Public Feedback on Kingston Station Transit Hub
Public Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 14 at the Kingston Free Library from 6pm to 7:30pm
Providence, Rhode Island – The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) invites the community to attend a public meeting regarding proposed improvements to the transit hub at Kingston Station. This meeting will take place on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Kingston Free Library, located at 2605 Kingston Road, Kingston, RI.
At this meeting, RIPTA staff will present conceptual designs for rider amenities and capital improvements that will support greater transit service capacity and enhanced safety and accessibility for all users.
By investing in this hub, RIPTA seeks to support ridership growth for both RIPTA and Amtrak services as well as safe connections to the adjacent South County Bike Path trailhead. By addressing the growing transportation needs of the community and fostering multimodal connections between bus, rail, and biking, this project supports the goals of Rhode Island’s Transit Forward RI 2040 master plan, Bicycle Mobility Plan, and Long Range Transportation Plan.
“We invite all residents, businesses, and stakeholders to engage in this public meeting,” Christopher Durand, Interim CEO of RIPTA. “Your insights on current transportation experiences—what is effective, what needs improvement, and what could enhance your travel experience—are invaluable to us. Together, we can create a more efficient, accessible, and sustainable transit system.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the project, ask questions and provide their input on the proposed plans. Members of the public who live, work, travel or go to school in South County are encouraged to take this online survey.
For more information about this project, contact Ella Ackerman at eackerman@ripta.com.
RIPTA will provide translation services and interpreter services for the deaf and hearing impaired, provided such a request is made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date. A request for this service can be made in writing or by calling (401) 784-9500, x1242.
This event is not endorsed by or affiliated with the South Kingstown Public Library.
For more information on RIPTA services, call 401-781-9400 or visit RIPTA.com.