The city of Detroit is taking steps to make riding the bus more comfortable and convenient. Mayor Mary Sheffield and the Detroit Department of Transportation unveiled a campaign to build more than 200...

Join TRU for a phone bank to spread the word on the Macomb County Public Transit Renewal, up for a vote on November 3rd! We will be purely educating voters about the millage, and answering questions t...

Join TRU to learn everything about transit in Macomb County, and discuss the Macomb County SMART transit renewal up for a vote on November 3rd. Learn more about the millage at MacombTransit.org as well.

The Five-Year Transportation Program is intended to present MDOT's planned investments across all modes to support successful program delivery, encourage local coordination, and guarantee opportunities for meaningful public engagement.

SMART Expands On-Demand SMART Flex Microtransit Service into Northern Macomb County New partnership with Richmond Lenox EMS brings flexible, on-demand transit to communities through SMART's Community...

Not only did Wayne County voters support the transit millage proposal in the recent election, they supported it overwhelmingly.That's the takeaway from a close reading of the election results, as show...

TRU is looking for people who are interested in making a real difference. Birddogging is when activists show up at a candidate’s public events and press them on the record with pointed questions about a specific issue, so their answers are captured on video and can be tracked over time. This holds politicians accountable and helps them see the public’s interest in making meaningful change.

New trains for the Blue Water Amtrak line, track improvements between Dearborn and Kalamazoo and new bridges among the upgrades.

On August 4th, 18 transit millages were voted on across Michigan, and each and everyone was approved by voters. Most won by overwhelmingly popular margins, and most of these are not just renewals!

Join TRU’s monthly volunteer team meeting to hear updates on various events and campaigns for the year.  Meeting agenda, notes, and links doc Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4098183982 Contact Z at ZKelly@DetroitTransit.org for questions

The millage renews public transit for communities in the SMART system and adds a new tax for those in 17 others that do not have the bus service.

SMART, DDOT Offer Free Rides Across Metro Detroit on Election Day

Taylor Mayor Tim Woolley urges voters to support the Wayne County Public Transportation Millage on August 4.

Are you tired of the lack of accountability afforded to our state and gubernatorial officials? Come bird-dogging with TRU! Birddogging is when activists show up at a candidate’s public events and press them on the record with questions about a specific issue, so their answers are captured on video and can be tracked over time. […]

Communities are no longer allowed to opt-out of SMART service, so the entire county will vote on the Wayne County Public Transportation Millage on their primary ballots.

From Saturday, July 25th to Sunday, August 2nd, every city and township in Wayne County will have early in-person voting available. Now you can vote for better transit!

Wayne County voters have a chance to take a giant leap forward.

Public transit connects thousands of people across Wayne County every day — from getting to work to making doctor's appointments.

In the early morning hours of Friday, July 3rd, the Michigan Legislature passed the FY 2026-27 Budget. MDOT's total budget grew by $226M. Unsurprisingly, most of this goes to roads, but transit still got some small progress.

What: Let TRU show our appreciation for you! Join us for an exclusive tour of the reconstructed Coolidge Terminal and appreciation picnic to thank our members and recognize those who have given their time this past year. When: Friday, July 10, 2026. The tour starts at 4:30pm with food and drinks afterwards until 7pm Where: […]