The North+South Passenger Rail design survey has officially closed, and the response from communities across Michigan has been remarkable. As part of the ongoing rail study (which will be wrapping up this spring), the online survey invited the public to share how this...
We’ve just come through the holidays, a time when many of us were figuring out how to get to family gatherings, watching the weather forecast closely, and wondering if snowstorms might force a last-minute change of plans. It’s a familiar conversation for those of us...
Thanks for joining us for this Q&A! As the rail study reaches its midpoint, we wanted to take a step back and hear directly from the consultant team about what they’ve been working on and what they’re learning. Let's dive in.—Carolyn Ulstad Carolyn: Did any...
When I think about Smart Commute Week, I’m enveloped by a sense of warmth, camaraderie, and the feeling of being among friends (even if they are strangers). Everyone involved seems to be in a great mood, and it’s contagious! The 31st...
Above: The renovated and re-purposed train station in Mt. Pleasant. The Michigan North+South Rail study is moving full steam ahead. The study, happening this year, is regarded as one of the most significant phases in advancing a new rail service because it is taking a...
Imagine this: You’re traveling for work, visiting family, or setting off on a weekend trip. But rather than battling traffic and the general stress of driving, you’re comfortably seated on a passenger train—reading, working, or simply taking in the view. This...