east central transit
Transit Information for East Central Minnesota
Meet Tony Buttacavoli, Executive Director and Patrick Felker, Food Access Manager of Family Pathways. Robin and Karen had a chance to talk with Tony and Patrick about Family Pathways, their mission, their programs, their needs. From their Mobile Food Pantry to their Thrift Stores and their upcoming events. Family Pathways is so important to our […]
Kelly Andersen, new owner of Attaboys, Inc. talked with Robin and Karen about the business she and her husband share. Listen in to learn about the great transportation services they are offering within our region and beyond. They are growing and would like to learn of possible employee interest. Information within the interview.
Tune in to learn more about the Northern Lights Express Passenger Rail Line and its corridor from Minneapolis to Duluth. On the discussion with Robin, Michelle Thomas and Karen Onan is Jill Brown, Public Information Officer of the Northern Lights Express Alliance. Congratulations are in Order! A Milestone Achieved!
Robin and Karen discuss Mobility Management with Michelle Lichtig who is the Project Manager of the Regional Transportation Coordinating Councils throughout the state of MN. What does Mobility Management mean? How does it affect those of us in East Central MN and beyond?
Lori Schultz, Executive Director of Tri-CAP gave us an update on what’s happening in Mille Lacs County in regards to transportation! Listen in to hear about new routes and their volunteer driver program. Drivers are needed too, if you’re interested in volunteering to drive those who need rides. Please go to: TriCAP.org for more information. […]
Would you know what to do if you’re in an emergency situation? Helen Pieper, Robin and Karen discuss emergency plans that would help you, family, friends and neighbors in case of climate issues, toxic accidents, and other possible catastrophes. You’ll find the links for the helpful resources discussed at EastCentralTransit.com on the LINKS tab.
We’ve been having deep discussions about how our transportation systems can transport you further to your destinations. We realize that there are gaps in our current systems which don’t allow you to, for example: get to Princeton if you live in Cambridge, or to Ogilvie if you live in Harris, or to Mora if […]
Great discussion with Robin, Terri and Karen about Terri’s outlook on the future, her goals for the region and ideas for transportation – which includes her favorite form of transportation – bicycling! Also referred to as Micromobility. How can we move ahead with a connected trail system? An inspiring conversation with an inspirational woman. Also […]
Michelle Thomas has been with the ECRDC since 2020, but in July of 2022 she began working with Karen Onan on the East Central Regional Transportation Coordinating Council. Join Robin and Karen as we learn about Michelle, her background, her interests, her viewpoints ~
Ride in comfort, enjoying the view as you pass through east central MN and the Arrowhead region on your way up to Duluth to see a concert, the Big Ships, or stroll Canal Park for some shopping and eating. Starting in Minneapolis with stops in Cambridge and Hinckley, four round trips per day – […]