Subject: Monday: The McDonough Bus Turnaround and Changes to GUTS Routes
From: Campus Broadcast <[email-masked]>
To: Campus Broadcast <[email-masked]>
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2015 17:54:01 +0000

Dear Members of the Georgetown University Community,

I am writing to remind you that beginning this 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. Please note the following updated information since last week's email:
* The Dupont Circle GUTS stop will remain at the intersection of 20th Street and Massachusetts Avenue (it will not move to the intersection of 20th Street and P Street as indicated last week).
* As a result of the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) signal timing changes supporting the Bus Turnaround Project, eastbound traffic turning left onto campus from Canal Road will now only be permitted to turn left on the green arrow.
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=1&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0>  on the north side of campus.

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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. Please visit the Georgetown University Transportation Shuttle website<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=11&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> for more information. New schedules and routes:
o   New Dupont schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=7&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> and route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=13&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0>.
o   New Law Center route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=9&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> (schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=10&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> stays the same).
o   New Rosslyn schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=6&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> and route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=8&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0>.
o   New Arlington route<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=2&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> (schedule<http://links.georgetown.mkt6170.com/ctt?kn=12&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&mt=1&rt=0> stays the same).
* 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.New information:
We expect that there will be changes to route times as we adjust to new traffic patterns. The university has been working actively with 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=5&ms=MjM5MzMxNDcS1&r=NzE1OTM1MTE1MzUS1&b=0&j=NjgwNTgyMjMwS0&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
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