You Can Make A Difference…

If you use, or would us Public Transportation Services in the East Central Region, do you feel any limitations regarding the distance you can travel within the boundaries of the Public Transportation Service area? The ECRTCC is looking into incorporating a Destination Or Transfer Stations (DOTS) conversation into our discussions with Tri-CAP, Arrowhead Transit and […]

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Upcoming Events in our East Central Communities!

Michelle and Karen will be traveling around the region, sharing information, asking questions about available transportation. We’d love for you to stop by, say, “Hi”! and chat with us! ECRTCC Traveling Dates: Tuesday, August 23, 2022   –    Operation Community Connect. Onamia, Mille Lacs County      https://adultmentalhealth.org/mille-lacs-area-operation-community-connect/ Thursday, August 25, 2022  –   Operation Community […]

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Brandon Nurmi talks with Robin and Karen about Drivers Needed

Brandon Nurmi Assistant Director of Arrowhead Transit gives Robin and Karen information regarding their huge need for Bus Drivers. Listen in to find out how YOU could help your community members get their transportation needs met. Arrowhead Transit will pay for your Commercial Driver’s License training, you use their buses to learn and the results […]

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A Chat with Sue Siemers, 5310 Program Coordinator

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 […]

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Providers’ Directories – An Update…

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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Arrowhead Transit’s Public Forums on Bus Route Redesign

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 […]

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Let me Introduce you to Tim Schmutzer, Executive Director of PHASE/Industries

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 […]

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