Your commute might take longer … until 2029: MARTA’s Five Points work begins

The first phase of MARTA’s Five Points station renovation has started after months of delays.

The project is expected to take about four years to complete. Some riders Sunday were frustrated about what it could mean for their daily commutes.

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Kamie Burke, 23, of Atlanta, said it will be nice to see renovations, but she doesn’t think the planned amenities and cosmetic changes are necessary. In the meantime, she said, using MARTA bus services will be more difficult.

Similarly, Ja-Kim Carter of Atlanta, a regular MARTA rider, said he is frustrated that it could prolong his daily commute…

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