east central transit
Transit Information for East Central Minnesota
This short video shows riders using a progression of shared-ride services, from Metro Transit routes to local circulator loops, to volunteer driver programs – promoting safe, affordable options for active community participation and healthy aging. The video does not promote specific routes or services, but rather the idea that people can travel without a personal […]
East Central Regional Development Commission hosts Listening Session with Senator Tina Smith’s Outreach Directors, Orion DiFranco (MN Regional) and Jack Smyth (Housing, Banking and Transportation). This was an in-person and virtual meeting opened up to address needed policy changes for rural transit providers and customers. Rural Transit One-Pager Updated 119th (002) In-Person (L-R): Jessica Peterson […]
MnDOT is working on a transit plan for Greater Minnesota and is requesting input to better understand public transit needs. Your input will help shape recommendations and policies to better serve your community. To fill out a survey, share ideas, or join an Advisory Task Force, please visit: talk.dot.state.mn.us/greater-minnesota-transit-plan
Transportation Updates, Activities, and Issues discussed. Board Members and many new participants introduced and asked the question, “What transportation needs do You, Your Friends, Your Family, Your Clients have that are Not Being Met?” Agenda and Meeting Chat available on EastCentralTransit.com
July’s Advisory Board Meeting includes a detailed presentation by the Center for Transportation Studies/University of MN faculty explaining the “Empowering Greater MN Communities” Tactical Action Support program. This program will work to Improve Transit for Young, Old and Everyone in East Central Minnesota and is a co-driven transportation project awarded to Lighthouse Family Services […]
Riders and Drivers are Needed. Contact Timber Trails for more information!
Before, during and after our May 9th meeting with MnDOT regarding the Northern Lights Express Passenger Rail Train – we were asked many questions. We referred these questions on to the authorities of MnDOT Office of Passenger Rail – who presented great information and answered questions at our meeting. You’ll find the video of the […]