The Michigan House of Representatives recently announced a new subcommittee to focus on public transit, which will be led by transit-champ Rep. Marie Donigan of Royal Oak.    Learn more when Marie hosts a town hall meeting on public transit, with Detroit Regional Mass Transit CEO John Hertel and TRU Director Megan Owens, on Monday, February 26th […]

Thank you to everyone who attended our Transit Coffee Talk!  We had a good crowd, presented lots of information, and got into a spirited discussion about the region’s bus systems.  The next Transit Coffee Talk will be on Wednesday, March 7 at 6:30pm at Foran’s Irish Pub in downtown Detroit.  We’ll be discussing the new

According to a new study in the American Journal of Health Promotion, people who live in the densest, pedestrian-friendly parts of New York City have a significantly lower body mass index (less body fat) compared to other New Yorkers. The researchers say placing shops, restaurants and public transit near residences may promote walking and independence

Excited about the commuter train that will likely be coming this year? Concerned about when and how it’s going to run? Tell key decision makers what you think!  Details, talking points, and contact info here.

TRU’s winter newsletter is now available for download in pdf here. TRU members receive the newsletter in the mail quarterly.  Not a member?  Join now!