The color of success: IndyGo’s Purple Line officially opens

Purple is associated with many values, such as royalty, dignity and pride. Those values were evident in one of the city’s newest projects: the Purple Line. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Oct. 18, unveiling the newest addition to the city’s transit system. Purple Line, a rapid transit route that stretches 15.2 miles between Indianapolis and Lawrence is finally complete and open to the public. This major addition to the city’s transportation infrastructure is set to provide fast, frequent and reliable bus service for thousands of residents, connecting neighborhoods, businesses and essential services across the region. President and CEO of IndyGo Jennifer Pyrz provided insight and analytics surrounding the newest route. “Running its 15-mile route, it connects downtown Indianapolis to the historic city of Lawrence,” Pyrz said. “With 31 stations, IndyGo riders are experiencing increased mobility like never before. Faster, safer and more reliable.” Pyrz said that the Purple Line runs within walking distance of 60,000 people and 130,000 jobs. “We are connecting people to work, health care, education and all of life’s essentials,” Pyrz said. During the two years of construction surrounding the Purple Line, the city upgraded sidewalks, improved drainage and water filtration along the route. Deputy director of...