FORT WAYNE — People with disabilities will soon have better access to an agency that serves their needs. Citilink, Fort Wayne’s public transportation service, and the Turnstone Center for Children and Adults with Disabilities, a center that aims to support those with disabilities, broke ground on a new, accessible bus stop and shelter in a Tuesday event.

The fully accessible bus stop, which will be located on N. Clinton Street at the Turnstone Center’s front entrance, aims to provide better access to services in Fort Wayne for individuals with disabilities, improving mobility and independence, the organizations announced Friday.

The construction of the bus stop is funded by the AWS Foundation, a Fort Wayne-based foundation that aims to promote independence, inclusion, and achievement among those with disabilities. Funding for the project was obtained through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a 2021 federal law that provides stimulus assistance to families, states, and local areas in the wake of COVID-19.

The accessible transportation infastructure, approved and facilitated by the Fort Wayne City Council, aligns with the city’s mission, according to a press release.

“The project supports the city’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all residents,” the press release read.