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Despite the enormous benefits of public transit and the outrageous gas prices Michiganders are facing, some legislators question whether the people of Michigan really care about transit.  As you know, a 21st century state must have modern transportation options to attract 21st century jobs and workers.  Michigan has the opportunity to launch a quality rapid

Celebrate National Bike to Work Day in Detroit with the 3rd Annual Woodward Avenue event.  A perfect end to National Transportation Week, participate in a viable means of transit, a healthy and productive activity, and a event that builds community pride while on your way to work. Experienced cyclists and casual Friday co-workers welcome. The

According to SMART: SMART is posting the highest ridership since its formation in 1967!  SMART carried more than 44,000 passengers daily for the month of April. Weekend service on SMART is also at its peak. Overall, ridership on the Fixed Route system has increased more than 6.5% from this time last year. “With gas prices

As reported by the Detroit News, there was an exciting discussion about public transit at the Brownfields Conference at Cobo Hall last week: Former Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer and Dan Gilbert, head of Quicken Loans, said mass transit is key to the success of the region. They also said people under age 35 are the