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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 02/10/2026

Today, we got to speak on a panel at Ford's new HQ with SMART, TheRide, DDOT, and Uber! This panel focused on addressing transportation insecurity in Metro Detroit. Thank you for having us Ford!

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 15/09/2026

November 3rd, Macomb County votes on keeping countywide public transit. Public transit helps seniors, workers, students, and people with disabilities. Learn more at MacombTransit.org, and sign up to help canvass! #KeepMacombRolling #KeepSMARTRolling #MacombCounty

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 12/09/2026

The past two weeks saw numerous expansions of transit across Metro Detroit, including - New SMART Route 500 connecting Detroit & Hamtramck - More frequency on the D2A2 express bus. - New SMART Flex service in Macomb County - More frequency and extended hours on 6 DDOT routes

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! We were proud to march today in solidarity with Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 26 and 1564, representing our DDOT and SMART bus drivers. We also salute the transit workers in AFSCME, UAW, Teamsters, and other unions as well.

ATU members marching with a ATU Local 1564 banner on Michigan Ave, along with local transit advocates.

DDOT union members and transit advocates in front of Michigan Central

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 04/09/2026

Want better transit? Then join the fight. Our next volunteer meeting will be on Thursday, August 13th on Zoom at 6pm. We'll talk about some campaigns we're working on for the rest of the year. Add it your calendar at www.detroittransit.org/event/tru-ca…

TRU volunteer Aaron Puno signing in guests at our 25th Anniversary Gala, in formal clothing.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 26/08/2026

If you want more and better transit, join TRU! Check out www.detroittransit.org/get-involved to see steps to get involved, such as when our next volunteer meeting and to sign up for volunteer updates, or to sign up (or renew!) your membership. Thank you for making better transit possible.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 21/08/2026

Earlier this week, the TRU team was Up North riding and talking transit again! Megan, Farai, and Jerina were all up at Crystal Mountain for the MPTA state transit conference. We rode local BATA and Benzie Bus, meeting locals getting to work and some very friendly bus drivers!

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 11/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Wayne county transit victory party! Here's to a connected Wayne county 🎉 #detroittransit #waynecounty #detroit #publictransit

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 07/08/2026

We now have election data by precinct, and the results are clear: Transit won big across all of Wayne County! This historic margin proves something: Metro Detroit residents want more transit. Now, we'll work to meet that demand.

Map showcasing the results of the Wayne County transit millage by precinct. It shows a 67% yes votes to 33% no votes, with yes votes found across Wayne County

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 05/08/2026

It's official - the Wayne County Transit Millage has passed! An overwhelming majority of voters, 67% in total, approved the millage. For the first time in over 30 years, each community in the tri-county area will be connected. Thank you for making better transit possible.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 04/08/2026

Today's the day! Polls are open till 8 pm. Vote YES on Wayne County Public Transportation Millage!

A yard sign reading "Wayne County Public Transportation Millage: YES"

The section of a Wayne County ballot showing the Wayne County Transit Authority Wayne County Public Transportation Millage, with the Yes circle filled out.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 03/08/2026

We had a great last weekend of canvassing for Wayne County-wide public transit - from Detroit to Downriver. Message us if you want to help talk to voters as they go to the polls tomorrow!

TRU members wearing "Fund public transit" shirts out on the street.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 24/07/2026

Last month, TRU gained a new staff member! SaMyia joins our team as a Michigan Mobility Fellow through CEDAM. Learn a bit about her in the graphics below. We're excited to have her on our team, and can't wait for you to meet her!

Meet our staff: SaMiya Carrol. Photo of SaMia Carrol, a young African American woman.

Header says SaMiya Carrol, Michigan Mobility Fellow, with the following facts: Masters of Public Health from Washington University in St. Louis; concentration in urban design. Originally from Gary, IN. Background in work on the built environment, sustainability, and community development

Her work with TRU includes: Statewide policy, Coalition building, and Transit data metrics.

Photo of Gary, Indiana at the bottom.

Header says SaMiya Carrol, Michigan Mobility Fellow, with the following facts: Favorite transit is San Francisco MUNI. She chose transportation advocacy "because it truly exists at the center of so many of our social justice issues. And she has a cat named Earthy.

Photo of San Francisco MUNI trams at bottom.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/07/2026

We salute retiring ATU Local 26 President Schetrone Collier, who looks forward to enjoying some much deserved relaxation and family time after over three decades of service to transit workers of Detroit. Mr. Collier also hopes you'll join him in voting "yes" on the Wayne County transit proposal.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 15/07/2026

We officially have Yes for Wayne County Transit yard signs! Please, we need your help to spread the word. Fill out our form to find out where you can pickup a yardsign from, and get yours today! secure.everyaction.com/qB8UkVVaUUGj… #WayneCounty #WayneTransit #VoteYesWayne

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 14/07/2026

We had a great time touring the new DDOT Coolidge Terminal this past Friday! Thanks to all the TRU members who allow us to do the work of advocating for transit.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 07/07/2026

Do you want more and better transit in your community? Join our team by becoming a TRU Volunteer. We'll have a volunteer campaigns meeting this Thursday, July 9th, at 6pm on Zoom. Join us at www.detroittransit.org/event/tru-vo…

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 02/07/2026

Public transit is a lifeline for thousands of seniors, workers, students, and people with disabilities to get where they need to go. Vote YES on the Wayne County Transit Millage August 4th, so everyone can get around our county. Learn more and get involved at VoteTransit.org. #WayneTransit

Text reads “VOTE YES. Wayne County Public Transportation Millage. Election Day is Tuesday, August 4th. Photo of a SMART FAST bus on Michigan Ave. Transportation Riders United and Transit for All logos below.”

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 29/06/2026

Thanks so much to everyone who came out to table and canvass with us this past weekend in Detroit, Canton, Plymouth, Livonia and Grosse Pointe! With only a month until the Wayne County transit vote, we need to go all out to spread the word. Sign up to help below!

Group of TRU volunteers posing for a photo in a post office

TRU volunteer at a TRU table on a busy street

TRU members posing for a selfie in "Fund public transit" t-shirts

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 15/06/2026

Today the Mayor released the "Rise Higher Community Framework." TRU is proud that many of our recommendations have been included in the transportation section! 🧵 1/2

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 12/06/2026

TRU climate fellows Phil McRae and Min Hollweck at the Michigan Climate Summit 2026 at the Kellogg Center in Lansing. Learning about the connections between climate change and health, national security and the arts. #DetroitTransit

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/06/2026

Venue change! Our Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo transit tour stop locations have chnaged. Our Grand Rapids meeting will be held at the offices of Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., and Kalamazoo at Open Road Bike Program. RSVP at www.detroittransit.org/transit-tour

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 29/05/2026

Grand Rapids, Benton Harbor & St. Joseph, Kalamazoo, and Lansing, let's talk about transit in your communities! Join us at our community conversations in your cities on our Round-the-Mitten transit tour, so we can organize for transit. RSVP at detroittransit.org/transit-tour.

Let’s Talk Transit, Grand Rapids! Community Conversation on Local & Intercity Transit hosted on June 11 at TheRapids HQ Conference Room, 6pm.

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United, Kent County Essential Needs Task Force, Strong Towns Grand Rapids, and Disability Advocates of Kent County.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

Let’s Talk Transit, Benton Harbor & St. Joseph! Community Brunch on Local & Intercity Transit hosted on June 12 at Forté Coffee (222 State St), 11:00am

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

Let’s Talk Transit, Kalamazoo! Community Brunch on Local & Intercity Transit hosted on June 13 at Kalamazoo Library Washington Square Branch, 11:00am

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United, Modeshift Kalamazoo, and Discover Kalamazoo!

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

Let’s Talk Transit, Lansing! Community Conversation on Local & Intercity Transit hosted on June 15. Place and time TBD, but will be around downtown Lansing at about 1pm.

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 27/05/2026

Port Huron, Flint, and Saginaw, let's talk about transit in your communities! Join us on June 3 and 4 at our community conversations in your cities on our Round-the-Mitten transit tour, so we can organize for transit. RSVP at www.detroittransit.o....

Let’s Talk Transit, Port Huron Community Conversation on Local & Cross-State Transit on June 3, at Port Huron Municipal Office Center Public Meeting Room, at 5:30pm.

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United, SDEV, and Port Huron Urbanists.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

Let’s Talk Transit, Flint! Community Lunch on Local & Intercity Transit on June 4, at Churchill's Food and Spirits, 1:00pm

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United and Strong Towns Flint.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

Let’s Talk Transit, Saginaw! Community Conversation on Local & Intercity Transit on June 4, at Saginaw Public Library, Hoyt Branch - Auditorium, 5:30pm

Come share your opinions about local and cross-state public transit and discuss ways to improve transportation locally and throughout MI!

Hosted by Transportation Riders United, STARS, and Disability Network of Mid-Michigan.

RSVP at DetroitTransit.org/Transit-Tour

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 18/05/2026

Do you want to get around without driving in your town? In a few weeks, we're traveling across Michigan to organize for better transit in your town, and across our state. RSVP these dates for now - we want to meet you and will have more details soon! www.detroittransit.org/transit-tour/

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 06/05/2026

Congratulations to longtime TRU volunteer Neel Marathe, who just graduated from U-M - sporting a snazzy AAATA-themed cap!

Neel Marathe with his graduation cap in front of a TheRide bus

Graduation cap decorated like an AAATA - TheRide bus, with year 25. Route is 66 - Green Rd

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 30/04/2026

The RTA & Qline will have a National Train Day event May 9th at the Qline Operations Center in New Center. There will be model railroads, historic train cars, and a chance to meet train operators! We hope to see you there.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 19/04/2026

Major increases in ridership at Oakland County’s rural transit agencies over the past few years show that “if you build it, they will come.” Learn more about the success of rural transit in Oakland County and how it can be echoed in outlying areas of Wayne County through the link in our bio.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 02/04/2026

Care about Amtrak or Intercity Bus? We have the event for you! Join us and MARP at Dearborn Transit Center 4/18 for an event on intercity transit: the bus train connection. We'll see you there! Details & RSVP at secure.everyaction.c...

Join TRU and MARP for an event on intercity transit: the bus-train connection.

This event is on Saturday, April 18th at Dearborn Transit Center from 2 to 4pm.

Photos on flyer include Indian Trail buses in the background, an Amtrak train during Winter, and the logos of TRU and MARP

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 01/04/2026

Read an excerpt from Tiffany Gunter’s commentary piece for Crain’s: “Wayne County is home to 43 communities. Each has its own character, priorities and economic strengths. But our economy does not stop at city limits.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 30/03/2026

URGENT: Join us tonight to Rally to Double DDOT! Mayor Sheffield has proposed a $29M increase for DDOT! This is a win to celebrate, but let's remind council of the direction we need to go to Double DDOT service by 2030. Join us at 4pm at the Spirit of Detroit!

URGENT: Rally to Double DDOT funding Monday evening!

This year, Mayor Sheffield is proposing a $29 million total budget increase for DDOT. This won’t get us all the way to “doubling DDOT” this year, but it’s a huge step in the right direction.

But we need to remind City Council that the work doesn’t stop here. We need to keep our eyes on the prize - doubling DDOT by 2030 - and ensure we keep ramping up funding for DDOT in the years to come.

Join us at 4pm at the Spirit of Detroit for a rally to Double DDOT! We’ll then head to the budget hearing at 5pm to tell Council: Don’t decrease funding for DDOT, keep growing our service!

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 25/03/2026

3/28 is the third No Kings Day. We're calling on TRU members to join us. We'll be distributing flyers and signing up people who want to get involved with the Wayne countywide transit expansion campaign. Show up TRU. We'll see you there. Sign up at docs.google.com/form...

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 21/03/2026

Rural roads carry risks. Transit is a proven safety solution that can reduce your personal risk of car-related fatalities by up to 90%. Investing in and expanding public transit saves lives, strengthens rural communities, and keeps people safely connected.

19% of Americans live in rural areas, 47% of fatal crashes happen there. Public transit reduces fatal risk by 90%

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 19/03/2026

BREAKING NEWS: The Wayne County Transit Authority just voted to approve ballot language for the Wayne County-wide transit proposal. This means Wayne County will officially vote on the plan in August. Join us 3/24 to learn how you can help. www.detroittransit.o...

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 16/03/2026

Whether it’s getting to a doctor’s appointment or the store for groceries, public transit provides a critical service in rural Michigan to help our aging rural residents stay in their homes.

Public transit helps our aging neighbors stay independent

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/03/2026

Give us a fun fact about you! I’m a first-time grandmother to a 14-month-old granddaughter — and she’s already teaching me a lot about patience and joy. Learn more about our new board at www.detroittransit.o.... See less

Photo of Jerina Cleveland, titled "What's a fun fact about you?"

Body: I’m a first-time grandmother to a 14-month-old granddaughter — and she’s already teaching me a lot about patience and joy.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/03/2026

What's your favorite transit route? The Grand River bus. Wherever I ended up along the line, I always knew I could get home on the Grand River bus.

Photo of DDOT Grand River bus, titled "What is your favorite bus route?"

Body: The Grand River bus (DDOT 3). Wherever I ended up along the line, I always knew I could get home on the Grand River bus.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/03/2026

What you're most excited for this year? I’m excited to continue strengthening community-centered mobility solutions and amplifying the voices of riders as we push toward more equitable, reliable transportation across Detroit.

Photo of TRU board, titled "What are you excited for this year?"

Body: I’m excited to continue strengthening community-centered mobility solutions and amplifying the voices of riders as we push toward more equitable, reliable transportation across Detroit.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/03/2026

Why is transit important? Transit isn’t just a ride — it’s a lifeline. It’s freedom that connects people to jobs, school, healthcare, and family, and I’ve experienced the challenges and the possibilities of mobility from many perspectives. When transit works, communities thrive.

Photo of Jerina, titled "Why is transit important to you?"

Body: Transit isn’t just a ride — it’s a lifeline. It’s freedom that connects people to jobs, school, healthcare, and family, and I’ve experienced both the challenges and the possibilities of mobility from multiple perspectives. When transit works well, whole communities thrive.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 08/03/2026

This year, TRU was joined by four new members of our board. Meet Jerina Cleveland, one of those new members! Who is Jerina? I’m a lifelong Detroiter, living and working in the community I call home. Through both personal experience and my professional path, I’ve seen...

Photo of Jerina Cleveland, titled meet our board

Body: I’m a lifelong Detroiter, living and working in the community I call home. Through both personal professional experience, I’ve seen firsthand how access to transportation shapes opportunity, and independence which is why I enjoy serving as Community Development Manager with Catch a Ride Network, where we create mobility solutions that support every person.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 07/03/2026

Want to help connect Wayne county? We're holding a series of meetups for people who want to learn more about Wayne countywide, or get involved! RSVP for the Westland one at www.detroittransit.o.... For the others, just show up! Or go to DetroitTransit.org/E... to find more info.

Connect Wayne County March Meetups!

Join us to talk about how we can expand public transit across Wayne County!

March 10th - Livonia Meeting at Supernatural brewing, 5 to 7pm.

March 24th - Transit Tuesday Talk on Wayne Countywide at Westland City Hall, from 6 to 8pm. Will also have speakers from SMART and Wayne County.

March 31st - Wyandotte Meeting, at Wyandotte Beer Co. from 6 to 8pm.

Background image is Wayne countywide transit proposal.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 06/03/2026

Mayor Sheffield and City Council, let's double DDOT! We still have less buses running than pre-pandemic. We need action to get back on track to #DoubleDDOT by 2030. Take a moment to email or call your city councilmembers and Mayor Sheffield. www.detroittransit.o....

Image with large text saying: Mayor Sheffield, Let's Double DDOT! Showing organizations that endorse.

Those include AFSCME, Detroit Disability Power, COTS, Detroit Justice Center, Michigan Elder Justice Initiative, AELC, WOW, ATU, Greenways Coalition, 482 Forward, GDABVI, Great Lakes Environmental Law Center, Detroit Community Technology Project, We The People Action Fund, Michigan United, and Sierra Club of Michigan, and TRU.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 01/03/2026

Michiganders want to work, but some lack the means to get there. Public transit is a cost avoidance service to help people find and get to jobs, reducing dependence on social services programs.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 23/02/2026

Strong communities invest in the people who have invested in us. Veterans can access free public transit service to stay connected to care, community and opportunity. This is a clear example of why public transit matters and how it strengthens the lives of those who served.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/02/2026

Give us a fun fact about you! I'm a classically-trained saxophonist and have recently started learning flute. Learn more about our new board at www.detroittransit.o..."

Photo of David, with title: "What's a fun fact about you?"

Caption: "I'm a classically-trained saxophonist and have recently started learning flute.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, staying active, making music, and performing with his local improv troupe."

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/02/2026

What's your favorite transit route? My favorite public transit in Metro Detroit is the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) bus! It's affordable, reliable, and the drivers are always friendly. I use it every time I travel to and from the airport.

Photo of DAX bus, with title: "What's your favorite transit route?"

Caption: "My favorite public transit in Metro Detroit is the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) bus! It's affordable, reliable, and the drivers are always friendly. I use it every time I travel to and from the airport."

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/02/2026

What you're most excited for this year? I'm looking forward to working with the TRU board, staff, volunteers, partners, and riders to strengthen public transit across our region.

Photo of TRU's board, with title: "What're you excited for this year?"

Caption: I'm looking forward to working with the TRU board, staff, volunteers, partners, and riders to strengthen public transit across our region.

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/02/2026

Transit is important to him because the ability to move freely within one's community should be a right. In our region, people are overwhelmingly expected to own a car to meet basic needs. Robust public transit provides dignity, opportunity, and cleaner air for everyone!

Photo of David, with the title: "Why is transit important to you?"

Caption says: "The ability to move freely within one's community should be a right. In our region, people are overwhelmingly expected to own a car to meet basic needs. Robust public transit provides dignity, opportunity, and cleaner air for everyone!"

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Transportation Riders United @detroittransit.org · 22/02/2026

This year, TRU was joined by four new members of our board. Meet David Miechiels, one of those new members!

Photo of David Miechiels, with the title: Meet Our Board.

Caption contains: David Miechiels is a Detroiter who has spent over four years improving public space along the Detroit Riverfront with the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. Before this, David was a public educator in Metro Detroit, where he taught music and advocated for greater equity in the education system.

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