TRU’s 25th year was an eventful one! We saw major progress in the quest to Double DDOT, gaining a historic increase of funding for the department, and achieving new contracts for bus drivers and mechanics. Transit was elevated as a major issue in the Detroit mayoral election, as we conducted ride-alongs with every mayoral candidate […]
2025 Year in Review Read More »
For over 50 years, Michigan has provided modest intercity bus and train service to provide residents with affordable transportation connections across and beyond our state. These services are well-used, but they are not sufficiently well-developed or convenient to meet our travel needs. As a result, for most cross-state trips, Michiganders rely on driving and flying.
Reconnecting Michigan: A Vision for Cross-State Transit & TTT Recap Read More »
Early voting has already begun in this year’s Detroit municipal elections. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, TRU does not endorse candidates, but we believe it’s important to provide the public with an understanding of their stances on transit. To assist in making your choices, we’ve prepared an updated version – below – of the candidate questionnaire
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Michigan strives to be a mobility leader, but largely ignores any non-car mobility. We need a truly modern transportation system that provides affordable, accessible, climate-friendly options for everyone while prioritizing walking, rolling, transit, and zero-emission union-made vehicles We all want vibrant communities where kids can play and families can thrive. Strong communities where people want
A Vision for Michigan’s Transportation Future: Modernize Michigan Mobility for All Read More »
Update: An Op-Ed on the proposed zoning reform was published in Bridge Detroit, written in-part by TRU member Amy Hemmeter! The City of Detroit is considering a change to zoning regulations which would allow more housing to be built across much of the city. Restrictions drive up housing costs Historically, much of Detroit contained a
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