regional transit

RTA CAC Recommends Changes in Woodward Rapid Transit

Southeast Michigan has a recommended plan for how to build rapid transit on the full 27 mile length of Woodward Avenue! If built, this Bus-Rapid Transit would provide frequent, attractive service to many major destinations along this essential corridor.

Although much of the proposed Woodward BRT follows best-practices of running in dedicated lanes, as currently proposed, the BRT would move off Woodward through midtown Detroit and potentially sharing traffic lanes on Cass and John R instead.

The RTA’s Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) recommends “a Mainline / All-Woodward alignment between Grand Boulevard and Grand Circus Park, running in a dedicated facility.”

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Great TRU Fall Meeting featuring RTA CEO Michael Ford

A huge thank you to Michael Ford and to everyone who came to TRU’s fall meeting November 10 to see him!

It was a great opportunity to hear about Michael’s goals and plans as well as to catch up with old friends and to make new ones.

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Next Monday: TRU Fall Meeting Featuring RTA CEO Michael Ford

Don’t miss the big TRU Fall Meeting featuring Michael Ford

Next Monday, Nov. 10th from 6pm-8pm
At the Arab American National Museum

Meet Michael Ford and hear about his goals and plans to improve southeast Michigan Transit.
Share your transit priorities and ask him your questions.
Plus, learn about progress on SMART, DDOT, M1-Rail, and how you can get involved!

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RTA accepting applications for Citizens’ Advisory Committee

The RTA is accepting applications for the Citizens’ Advisory Committee now through Nov 17.

“The purpose of the CAC is to advise the RTA on transit issues, make suggestions for improvements in transit service, and advocate for greater funding for public transportation.”

To ensure diversity and meet statutory requirements, the CAC is especially seeking residents of Macomb County, users of public transportation, senior citizens and people with disabilities, and individuals representing business, labor, community, and faith-based organizations.

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