It's everyone's favorite time of year. Streetsblog USA is searching for the "Sorriest Bus Stop in America."
"Summertime is sorry bus stop season here at Streetsblog," proclaims Angie Schmitt.
The post announces the beginning of a 16-entry tournament to "crown the Sorriest Bus Stop in America." Streetsblog is currently taking nominations, so "[i]f you live near a bus stop that screams “transit riders are second-class citizens,” send a photo, a link to the location on Google Maps, and a brief description to angie at streetsblog dot org by August 7, post that info in the comments or use our handy-dandy Google form here."
FULL STORY: The Search Is on for America’s Sorriest Bus Stop — Send Us Your Photos!
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