Envisioning a Better Transit App

Idea:

Riders of the Lowell Regional Transit Authority (LRTA) are often frustrated by the limitations of existing transit apps. This project would provide pop-up tabling, focus groups, surveys, or other methods to reach LRTA riders to identify “bugs” or desired features. The result would be a mock-up or framework of an improved app that could recommend [Read more…]

Benefit:

This could inspire LRTA to invest in a new app or perhaps be a bridge to working with UML or other agencies to create the app. This would also draw attention to public transportation options.

Location:

Downtown / JAM, OldIdea.

Fire & Water: Feasibility Campaign

Idea:

Providence, RI, has a large “WaterFire” festival that includes lighting torches in their canal. A working group would make a plan and then share the plan at an event utilizing fire pits (perhaps for toasting marshmallows!) beside a canal, coordinated with the City of Lowell and other groups.

Benefit:

Build toward a permanent installation that could be lit annually. Draw income, good press.

Location:

Acre, OldIdea.