Surrey Central Station is one of seven stations on the Expo Line targeted for upgrades to ensure that rapid transit meets the transport needs of residents in the region for years to come. Construction will begin in early April and is expected to be completed by the end of 2018.
The USD 25-million project will feature a new elevator, three new escalators, a new staircase and improved lighting. Two new entrances on the north side of the station will improve capacity, accessibility, safety and wayfinding. Situated in an area that has experienced significant development, including the Simon Fraser University Surrey campus, new residential high-rises, and the North Surrey Recreation Centre, station improvements will enhance integration into the surrounding urban environment.
“The Government of British Columbia is pleased to celebrate the start of necessary upgrades to the Surrey Central SkyTrain Station, which will improve integration into the neighbourhood and enhance accessibility, safety and capacity – essential features of a modern and efficient public transit system. These upgrades will help to facilitate liveable communities that are connected, sustainable and affordable,” Peter Fassbender, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and Minister Responsible for TransLink, said.
“With ridership up 4.5 percent in 2016, it’s clear demand for transit is continuing to grow as the population grows. Investments like the renovations at Surrey Central Station and at the six other stations along the Expo line are essential to help us keep customers moving smoothly and create a vibrant, welcoming hub that’s part of the surrounding community,” Kevin Desmond, CEO, TransLink, said.
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