Sereno Transit Center Beautification Project

SolTrans received $971,000 of a $114.5 million grant to beautify the Sereno Transit Center (STC) in Vallejo, CA. STC is currently primarily concrete and an urban heat island. With this grant, SolTrans wishes to reduce its climate impact and improve rider comfort by adding shade trees and native, drought-tolerant plants in addition to a street-facing mural and artist-painted utility boxes. Living hedge fencing will be added to prevent dumping. Existing bus stops will be renovated, and additional structures will be added with more comfortable seating, protective barriers from weather elements, improved lighting, and anti-graffiti shields. These improvements will enhance public health by providing more security, shade, and protection to the riders from outdoor elements. The art murals on the center’s building and utility boxes will serve as an added cultural connection and community placemaking element. The project is estimated to be completed in December 2024, watch the progress below.