Top 10 Reasons to Consider a COA Public Space Seating Partnership.
Lynn Terlaga
Municipal Affairs at COA - Partnering with municipalities and transit authorities to provide cost-free infrastructure.
10 Reasons to Consider a COA Public Space Seating Partnership
Public transportation is a vital lifeline for people. But a simple element can affect the ridership experience: Benches at bus stops. Here are the top 10 reasons to implement COA’s cost-free bus bench partnership:
1. Accessibility for All: Standing for extended periods can be difficult for elderly passengers, people with disabilities, pregnant women, or those carrying heavy bags. Benches ensure everyone has a comfortable place to wait, promoting inclusive public transit.
2. Increased Ridership: Comfortable waiting areas encourage people to choose public transportation. Benches make waiting less stressful, leading to a more positive perception of bus travel.
3. Reduced Congestion: People might opt for driving when waiting becomes unpleasant. Benches incentivize ridership, which leads to fewer cars on the road, easing traffic congestion.
4. Improved Community Image: Well-maintained bus stops with benches project a positive image of a city that prioritizes its residents and cares about their well-being.
5. Sense of Community: Bus stops with seating areas become mini-meeting points. People can interact while waiting, fostering a sense of community, and reducing feelings of isolation.
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6. Economic Benefits: A thriving public transportation system attracts businesses and residents, boosting the local economy. Comfortable bus stops contribute to a more attractive and user-friendly transit network.
7. Environmental Impact: Encouraging ridership through comfortable bus stops reduces car dependence, leading to lower carbon emissions and a cleaner environment.
8. Cost-Free Solution: A COA partnership is 100% cost-free. COA handles everything.
9. No Maintenance: COA handles all cleaning and maintenance on a strict schedule to ensure the benches are always in top shape.
10. Revenue Producing and Budget Saving: Our revenue-sharing program generates monthly payments for your community. Our full indemnification and assumption of risk reduce your insurance expenses. Prioritizing benches at bus stops can create a more accessible, user-friendly, and sustainable public transportation system for everyone.
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