detroit transit

It’s the first time in 10 years SEMCOG has done this type of analysis, and the council says there’s been some marginal improvement in overall regional mobility during that time—but not nearly enough.

The Detroit People Mover will reopen with free fare on Wednesday after months of track maintenance.

The first phase of the “Accessabili-D” project will serve a portion of the city’s southeast side, offering scheduled and on-demand rides, with a route serving 68 stops.

The city re-opened its contract with the transit union representing drivers to add the pay increase. Drivers will start making another $6,000 a year.

The Council first voted 5-3 to approve the contract with Transdev Services. Then, Council Member Gabriela Santiago Romero retracted her yes vote, leading to a 4-4 tie and the contract ultimately failing.

Each bus costs about $515,000.

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