2025–26 · City-wide
Heated and cooled bus stop stations
Resident proposes heating and air conditioning at bus stops so everyone can wait safely and comfortably in winter and summer.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
My project idea that I presented with a group is to create heating/AC stations (designated for winter and summer) for bus stops that people wait at.
Who it helps and why
The project advances social and racial equity because it allows for everyone to recieve benefits when it comes to their health in the the weather. The project allows for everyone to stay warm or cool depending on weather.
Details
- Cycle
- 2025–26
- Submitted
- July 17, 2025
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Human Services
- How it was submitted
- Library, BCYF or other site
- Submission language
- English
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
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