1604 Posted February 16, 2016 Report Share Posted February 16, 2016 Quote Renovations to the interior of Rundle and Marlborough stations are coming soon! Construction is scheduled to begin at Rundle in spring 2016, with Marlborough station to follow. Both stations are scheduled to be complete by the end of summer 2017. Whats changing? Modifications to the station layout to improve the flow of pedestrian traffic. Upgrades to building finishes to provide a cleaner, more comfortable station, such as new floor tiles, benches and wall panels. Improved lighting and better use of natural light. Installation of more CCTV cameras to improve safety and security. Updated communication systems and new signs. Upgrades to heating and ventilation systems. Why are these stations being renovated? Rundle and Marlborough stations are two of the busiest and oldest stations on our system. They opened in April, 1985 and are due for life cycle upgrades. Blurb and renders from http://www.calgarytransit.com/StationRenovations Looks like a fairly similar upgrade to what was done at Whitehorn although on a smaller scale (concession stand not removed, elevator not repositioned). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyC62 Posted February 16, 2016 Report Share Posted February 16, 2016 If only they'll let on what's the deal with all the extra temporary support poles for the Brentwood platform canopy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted February 16, 2016 Report Share Posted February 16, 2016 About time they did this. Especially with how run down these heavily used stations are at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicinity Posted February 16, 2016 Report Share Posted February 16, 2016 Brentwood platform shelters are getting replaced is what I heard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkKeyo Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 That reminds me, I've been meaning to mention to CT about how the pedestrian bridges at Marlborough and Bridgeland look as if they could fall down in a stiff breeze. That said, the few times I've been in Whitehorn since the reno, it has impressed me, good to see they're doing more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armorand Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 Please to god, don't ruin the 1980's design... I like seeing the older stations, especially with the older Arial-font signage, colors, layout and geometrical designs (outdoor and interior). I do agree though, it needs some upgrades, but they should try to keep the original design. I think it's unique to have these station designs, especially if the ones on the Southern LRT are being demolished and/or being replaced with 21st Century designs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianTransitTycoon Posted February 21, 2016 Report Share Posted February 21, 2016 Please to god, don't ruin the 1980's design...[emoji14]I like seeing the older stations, especially with the older Arial-font signage, colors, layout and geometrical designs (outdoor and interior). I do agree though, it needs some upgrades, but they should try to keep the original design. I think it's unique to have these station designs, especially if the ones on the Southern LRT are being demolished and/or being replaced with 21st Century designs. As far as I know, they have no plans to refurbish any of the south lrt stations. Chinook was an exception because it needed the space for the 4 car platform. 39th Avenue could be replaced in the future, but there are no plans for the south yet. I sorta like the old stations but renovations inside would be a nice change. It doesnt look like they will be changing the station building exterior anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted February 21, 2016 Report Share Posted February 21, 2016 As far as I know, they have no plans to refurbish any of the south lrt stations. Chinook was an exception because it needed the space for the 4 car platform. 39th Avenue could be replaced in the future, but there are no plans for the south yet. I sorta like the old stations but renovations inside would be a nice change. It doesnt look like they will be changing the station building exterior anytime soon. Chinook was also rebuilt partly because it was one of the most deteriorated stations in the entire system at the time. It really isn't just about station age, it's about usage and physical condition too. 39th Avenue is extremely deteriorated, but at least it's not too busy of a station. I can see 39th Avenue being replaced, but not in some time. The "red" NE stations are both very heavily used and in very poor shape, necessitating the renovations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicinity Posted February 21, 2016 Report Share Posted February 21, 2016 Anderson is probably the next worse station in the entire system ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thager Posted February 23, 2016 Report Share Posted February 23, 2016 any updates on the new ramps at rundle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTrainDude Posted February 23, 2016 Report Share Posted February 23, 2016 any updates on the new ramps at rundle. They're open - is that what you're asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted February 23, 2016 Report Share Posted February 23, 2016 The stairs haven't been installed yet though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1604 Posted February 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 As far as I know, they have no plans to refurbish any of the south lrt stations. Chinook was an exception because it needed the space for the 4 car platform. 39th Avenue could be replaced in the future, but there are no plans for the south yet. I sorta like the old stations but renovations inside would be a nice change. It doesnt look like they will be changing the station building exterior anytime soon. There actually were some upgrades to south LRT stations mentioned in the Investing in Mobility plan, though I'm not sure what the current status is. http://www.calgary.ca/Transportation/TP/Documents/Planning/Investing%20in%20Mobility/investing-in-mobility.pdf - page 32 39 Avenue is looking a lot better now that the platform edge has been resurfaced. I think adding a couple small heated shelters and real-time signage would go a long way in improving the station, but I'm not sure what the long term plan is for fully rebuilding the station - anyone have more info? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thager Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 They're open - is that what you're asking?Thanks I grew up in that area but I live in sask now , does anyone have any photos , I checked the project page on the citys website but there are no current project photos .Those ramps were steep , I remember riding my bike down them as a kid , the corkscrews at the other stations were fun to ride down as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyC62 Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Didn't want to start a new thread for this, but they're changing the light fixtures at Brentwood today/tomorrow - hopefully a sign they're getting ready to do a more extensive reno: http://i.imgur.com/OcTGWEk.jpg (apologies for dirty lens) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Didn't want to start a new thread for this, but they're changing the light fixtures at Brentwood today/tomorrow - hopefully a sign they're getting ready to do a more extensive reno: http://i.imgur.com/OcTGWEk.jpg (apologies for dirty lens) FYI, there is in fact an existing thread for general station refurbishments. http://www.cptdb.ca/index.php?showtopic=12879&page=21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyC62 Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Thanks Nick, will post there for future updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Thanks Nick, will post there for future updates. No problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRT Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 That other thread was started more or less after the downtown platform extentions were completed. Its old news. There will be enough activity at Rundle and Marlborough stations to allow for a new thread. Just my two cents.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyC62 Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Both times I've been at Marlborough in the past month, both of the escalators were in the up direction - anyone know if this is a permanent thing and unique to Marlborough for better passenger flows until renovation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCT-3122-D800-10240 Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Both times I've been at Marlborough in the past month, both of the escalators were in the up direction - anyone know if this is a permanent thing and unique to Marlborough for better passenger flows until renovation? I would love to see a video of both escalators moving in upward direction if you can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Calon Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 They have a sign at Marlborough saying both escalators are going up. Eventually, there will only be one escalator at Marlborough with everyone walking down the stairs. I'll take a pic next time I'm at that station of the sign. Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Walton Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 Will this round of renos at Marlborough include track-level access? I really see no good reason not to include it - and the mall's objections, on grounds it facilitates criminals' escapes into the CTrain, are especially ludicrous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkKeyo Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 I'd always thought it had something to do with the number of people who get hit at the Whitehorn one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTrainDude Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 Will this round of renos at Marlborough include track-level access? I really see no good reason not to include it - and the mall's objections, on grounds it facilitates criminals' escapes into the CTrain, are especially ludicrous. No, it won't. Thankfully. 36th Street is enough of a mess, adding a new crosswalk and signals to match up with the crossing wouldn't be my choice. Plus, adding another level crossing that leads to CTrain v Pedestrian interactions is a horrible idea, especially with so little room for refuge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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