Fairfax Connector to add routes from Reston to Silver Line, WTOP, February 8, 2013

Ari Ashe, wtop.com

RESTON, Va. - The Fairfax Connector plans open to 15 new bus routes in 2013 to coincide with the opening of the Metro's Silver Line into Reston.

The new bus routes would replace the existing ones to the West Falls Church station, according to the Fairfax County Department of Transportation. That station is a popular starting point for commuters on the Orange Line. . .

Under the proposal, 15 new Fairfax Connector bus routes would open in 2013 to coincide with the Silver Line opening. Commuters attending a public hearing in Reston voiced pros and cons to the plans. (WTOP/Ari Ashe) (Blog note:  This photo was taken late in the session during the Q&A period.  The presentation played to a packed house of more than 100 early on.)

 
The article provides additional information from the meeting and feedback from citizens there.  Click here to read the full article.