After a round of community feedback, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said Friday that a proposed route for the DC Circulator would bring service back to Ward 7.
The proposed 14.5-mile route would create an East/West connection between Wards 6 and 7, supplementing Metrobus Route 97, which only operates during peak hours, according to a news release.
The route would serve the Deanwood, Benning Road, Stadium Armory and Union Station Metro stations.
鈥淭he DC Circulator, which is currently free, is efficient and reliable 鈥� that鈥檚 why we love it, and that鈥檚 why our residents and visitors love it. We鈥檙e proud to be in the process of returning the Circulator to Ward 7,鈥� Bowser said in a statement.
In the fall, the city asked for community feedback on the possible Ward 7 route. According to the release, the survey received over 1,700 responses, with a majority of respondents being Ward 7 residents.
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is now seeking public comment on the proposed route, among other improvements to the Circulator. Comments can be , or residents can call 202-671-2020 to provide feedback. The comment period closes May 28.
After the comment period ends, DDOT will hold a public hearing in the summer on the proposed final route.
