What should be a simple, basic amenity of bus service – a bench to sit on and some shade while waiting – is still a rarity in most areas of the region. March 1, 2023 ...

The objects are low park benches in daylight hours; later, their tops lift up via a scissor-like hinge and lock into place, creating a small sleeping space inside. People who need shelter HOME ...

Ontario's Green Sun Rising has launched the Solar Bench, a picnic bench and table topped by PV panels to help top up device batteries while users enjoy some shade.

With its public restrooms, outdoor benches and shade trees, ... The city has helped finance the shelter's $350,000 budget in the past, and Klein has been active on the board of directors.

It costs about $3,500 to add benches and a shelter to a bus stop. Costs goes up if more land is needed. Palm Beach County relies on revenue from advertising at bus stops to pay for construction ...

Summer is heating up, but some of the hottest places in DC lack bus shelters, while they can be found in cooler neighborhoods. Because of financial incentives, bus shelters are often built in areas ...