Our friends at Transportation for America want your help! Transit agencies across the country are in trouble: deepening fiscal crises are forcing them to cut back on vital services, lay off key workers, and hike fares in the midst of a recession, threatening the public’s ability to get to work, school, or the doctor. Meanwhile, […]
Transit funding is a national crisis! Read More »
Between recent news about delayed commuter trains, national broadcasts about Detroit, state budget battles, and federal announcements, you may be wondering what is really going on around Detroit transit. Perhaps you have questions or want to know how you can help. Never fear, TRU is here with several upcoming events to provide all the latest!
Upcoming transit events! Read More »
There’s been quite a lot of transit in the news recently . . . April 28 – Detroit News: Detroit-Ann Arbor train plan derailed "There is a lot of interest and enthusiasm for this (Detroit-Ann Arbor) project from municipalities, local businesses, cultural institutions, entertainment venues … people who would use it for daily commuting," said
Transit in the news . . Read More »
The Detroit City Council is considering the city budget, including the budget for DDOT and the People Mover. Come tell them what you think – at the budget hearing May 7 at 5:00 PM in the 13th Floor Auditorium of the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center. We need to have a strong showing to
Detroit budget hearing – May 7 Read More »
National Train Day celebrates America’s love for trains with events across the country. The celebration commemorates the 141st anniversary of the first transcontinental railroad’s inception by bringing to life the rich narrative of how trains have transformed America and will continue to do so in the future. Join our friends at the Michigan Association of
National Train Day – May 8 Read More »
