Subject: The McDonough Bus Turnaround and Changes to GUTS Routes
From: Campus Broadcast <[email-masked]>
To: Campus Broadcast <[email-masked]>
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2015 20:35:52 +0000

Dear Members of the Georgetown University Community,

Beginning on Monday, November 9, 2015, Georgetown University will start using the McDonough Bus Turnaround, located outside of McDonough Gymnasium, as the drop-off and pick-up locations for all GUTS routes except Wisconsin Avenue. This strategic initiative is part of the university's broad vision of connecting the academic, recreation and social hubs on campus for a more connected living and learning experience. The Bus Turnaround is consistent with our goal of moving traffic away from the center of campus to make campus more pedestrian-friendly. In addition to improving campus sustainability and consolidating the GUTS bus stops, it adds amenities for passengers such as covered bus shelters and seating.

A mini shuttle will be available for riders that require mobility assistance or desire the convenience of transport to north campus.  The mini shuttle loop will pick up/drop off riders at the Bus Turnaround on the south of campus and between Leavey Center and Pasquerilla Healthcare Center (PHC)<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=12&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> on the north side of campus.
[http://contentz.mkt6170.com/ra/2015/15865/10/23879820/Mini_Shuttle_Loop.jpg]<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=7&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0>

Beginning November 9th:

  *   The Dupont, Law Center, Rosslyn and Arlington on-campus GUTS stops will pick up and drop off riders in front of McDonough Gym.
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  *   The Dupont, Law Center, Rosslyn and Arlington routes will enter and exit campus via Canal Road and follow the same routes throughout the day.
     *   New Dupont schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=5&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> and route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=10&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0>.
     *   New Law Center route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=4&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> (schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=2&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> stays the same).
     *   New Rosslyn schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=9&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> and route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=1&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0>.
     *   New Arlington route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=3&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> (schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=8&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> stays the same).
  *   The Dupont Circle GUTS stop will move from the intersection of 20th Street and Massachusetts Avenue to the intersection of 20th Street and P Street. This will allow riders to wait closer to the G2 and D2 Metrobus stops as GUTS alternatives.
  *   There will be no GUTS service at the Car Barn via Prospect Street.
  *   The Wisconsin Ave route and stops will not change.
  *   During the hours of 6:00 am to 10:15 am, only GUTS buses will be allowed to turn left onto Canal Road when exiting.
We expect that there will be changes to route times as we adjust to new traffic patterns. The university has been working actively with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to prepare for this change and address congestion along Canal Road. To ensure a smooth launch, DDOT has committed to posting Traffic Control Officers at the Canal Road campus exit during the evening rush hour. Visit our transportation website<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=11&ms=MjM4Nzk4MjAS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjYzMDY0OTM0S0&mt=1&rt=0> for more information about service times and other options for traveling to campus.

We thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this transition.

Sincerely,
Robin Morey, Vice President for Planning and Facilities Management