east central transit
Transit Information for East Central Minnesota
WCCO Television News aired this Volunteer Driver story on Thursday night’s (2/10/2022) 6pm news: Volunteer Drivers Badly Need In Rural Minnesota: ‘I Would Be Lost Without A Vehicle’ We choose to live in rural MN, for many of us, living in our homes as we age is everything. But if for whatever reason, we are […]
Sue Siemers, 5310 Program Coordinator discusses with us, many details about MnDOT’s 5310 program. MnDOT’s 5310 program is focused on the transportation needs of the disabled and seniors in our state. Questions such as, “How can our organization apply for funding to purchase a vehicle to service our seniors and/or those of our clients with […]
We would love to share a statewide transportation directory, but for now we have a directory of directories for each region’s transportation services. Below are two links that can provide information, for your travel needs. Ultimately, the plan is to have an overall state map that will easily assist you in building your route. For […]
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Introducing Sheri Wegner, Executive Director of ConnectAbility and Connect Central MN Regional Transportation Council. Listen in to hear what ConnectAbility has been developing with LYFT in the Central Area of MN and how it could be expanded into other areas of Greater MN. Become a LYFT driver, learn how to be a LYFT rider! Find […]
What a pleasure to introduce you to Ellen, a compassionate, caring, and friendly driver for Arrowhead Transit. Spend a bit of time with us as we talk with her about what the job entails, specifically her passion for driving and the care she has for her passengers. Click the arrow on the image to hear […]
Chisago and Isanti County Residents, Arrowhead Transit is looking for your input on what bus routes would best serve your needs. They will be holding public meetings on 11/29 and 11/30 for public input on route re-design. Meet in person (see below for details) or virtually. The virtual Zoom forum will be on Monday, November 29th […]
Jason Deitz is the Marketing Director for Groome Airport Transportation. Robin and Karen were surprised and pleased to hear all about the possibilities of utilizing Groome’s transportation services. Groome travels on a fixed route and depending on reservations (made 24 hours in advance), will pick you up at one of many designated stops along the […]
Our interview today is with Tim Schmutzer, Executive Director of PHASE-Industries and Chair of the East Central Regional Transportation Coordinating Council. PHASE-Industries is a Day Training and Habilitation community organization with this Mission: “PHASE-Industries empowers Program Participants to Live, Work and Thrive through the discovery and development of their individual abilities.” Of course, a part […]
Colette Hanson is the Assistant Director and Volunteer Driver Program Manager at Arrowhead Transit. We discuss details about the program, focusing on it’s successes and current situation due to the pandemic. We all wish that anyone who likes to drive, please consider being a volunteer driver in the areas you like to drive! Contact the […]