Summary
The county's plan to move the bus terminal to the old McDonald's site on South Pearl Street blew up after a contentious public hearing, and the County Executive now wants to withdraw it. Bus carriers must vacate their current locations by April 2027 for Liberty Park, so a new home still has to be found. The committee tabled the item while sorting out what happens next.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
The county is already out about $650,000 on the site, including a $200,000 defaulted grocery store loan and $450,000 to buy the property.
If revived, bus riders and South End businesses would benefit; for now, no one, since the project is in limbo.
Bus riders face an uncertain future once their current terminal sites are redeveloped in 2027.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Audit and Finance Committee — June 25, 2026
The county's plan to move the bus terminal to the old McDonald's site on South Pearl Street blew up after a contentious public hearing, and the County Executive now wants to withdraw it. Bus carriers must vacate their current locations by April 2027 for Liberty Park, so a new home still has to be found. The committee tabled the item while sorting out what happens next.
County Legislature — June 8, 2026
Residents and local leaders strongly opposed the proposed relocation of a bus terminal to South Pearl Street, citing a lack of community input, potential increases in traffic congestion, and worsening environmental and health conditions in the South End.
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