Yesterday, a DDOT driver got assaulted at the Rosa Parks Transit Center.  Union reps report that the assault lasted 15 minutes or more and no one came to the aid of the driver, despite there being full time security at the Center.  Drivers say it was the last straw.  They don’t feel safe going out […]

Trick or Treat! While the annual parade of candy seeking mendicants is upon us, this is not about Halloween. When Governor Snyder presented his transportation message last week, did not give us a complete plan ready for implementation. Rather, he is now standing before every Michigan home, not with a demand, but with a question:

Trick or Treat! While the annual parade of candy seeking mendicants is upon us, this is not about Halloween. When Governor Snyder presented his transportation message last week, did not give us a complete plan ready for implementation. Rather, he is now standing before every Michigan home, not with a demand, but with a question:

Just when you thought Detroit area bus service could not get worse, adding to the problems of DDOT’s horrendous service, SMART has proposed massive cuts in its bus service! With the proposed cuts SMART will: Eliminate 15 routes, Dramatically slash service within Detroit, Eliminate several Connector Services, and Less weekend service. Despite major budget woes,

Give yourself a big pat on the back, transit supporters!  Governor Snyder clearly heard and understood the message we’ve been sending him.  In his big transportation address yesterday, Governor Snyder announced four major proposals that could substantially improve Detroit area transit (and around the state):   1)  Adjust the gas tax to provide more revenue