May 29 bus detours announced

The Phoenix Public Transit Department will have several bus routes on detour starting at 10 a.m., May 29, 2010, in response to a march to the state capitol. Buses affected are Route 0, Route 1, Route 3, Route 7, Route 8, Route 10, Route 12, Route 15, Route 17, Route 19 and Route 29, and possibly Route 41. Some bus stop locations around Central Station will be moved during the event; and service may be delayed until the march concludes. Details regarding detours of each route are below. Light rail may experience delays as a result of the large crowd, but will remain in service while safety permits. Please plan your trip considering these potential delays and detours.

To limit delays in travel, passengers are being asked to purchase bus and light rail passes in advance at transit centers or light rail kiosks. Passengers needing assistance should contact Valley Metro Customer Service at 602-253-5000, or visit www.valleymetro.org for help in finding fare media outlets or scheduling trips.

Source: Valley Metro Phoenix