Vermont Street Bus Stop Safety Crisis | Lawrence News

A new survey reveals most Lawrence Transit riders feel safe, but one spot—Vermont Street’s library-side bus stop—has 55% of respondents feeling unsafe, echoing a 2024 fatal shooting and police concerns. Issues include public intoxication, drug use, harassment, and needles, with some blaming fare-free transit and lax enforcement. The city’s planned downtown station, meant to relocate operations indoors and add staff oversight, is delayed by the World Cup and a pending sales tax vote—but riders are holding their breath for change. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/29baf73f2b09aa4d