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PC5: Service proposals with full county service - what will that look like?
Response: Getting close to the end of the research, more details to come in 2026.
Response: Getting close to the end of the research, more details to come in 2026.
December 10, 2025 at 10:18 PM
PC5: Service proposals with full county service - what will that look like?
Response: Getting close to the end of the research, more details to come in 2026.
Response: Getting close to the end of the research, more details to come in 2026.
PC4: Regarding service changes going into effect on Jan. 5...only for weekdays?
Response: Yes, only weekdays at this time. No weekend change plans in 2026.
Response: Yes, only weekdays at this time. No weekend change plans in 2026.
December 10, 2025 at 10:17 PM
PC4: Regarding service changes going into effect on Jan. 5...only for weekdays?
Response: Yes, only weekdays at this time. No weekend change plans in 2026.
Response: Yes, only weekdays at this time. No weekend change plans in 2026.
PC3 cont.: Are there any span improvements coming? What about weekend routes?
Response: Frequency won't change, but there will be a few routes on Woodward that will be pushed back (11:30pm/midnight). No changes to weekend routes.
Response: Frequency won't change, but there will be a few routes on Woodward that will be pushed back (11:30pm/midnight). No changes to weekend routes.
December 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
PC3 cont.: Are there any span improvements coming? What about weekend routes?
Response: Frequency won't change, but there will be a few routes on Woodward that will be pushed back (11:30pm/midnight). No changes to weekend routes.
Response: Frequency won't change, but there will be a few routes on Woodward that will be pushed back (11:30pm/midnight). No changes to weekend routes.
PC3: Asked for a quick recap of the slides presented at beginning of the meeting
December 10, 2025 at 10:10 PM
PC3: Asked for a quick recap of the slides presented at beginning of the meeting
There are no other public comments at this time, but the meeting will stay open until 5:15 pm in case anyone joins.
December 10, 2025 at 10:09 PM
There are no other public comments at this time, but the meeting will stay open until 5:15 pm in case anyone joins.
PC2: Are you still looking to hire mechanics? Yes, there are still a number of positions open.
Response: Staffing is almost at full capacity (80 mechanics).
Response: Staffing is almost at full capacity (80 mechanics).
December 10, 2025 at 10:08 PM
PC2: Are you still looking to hire mechanics? Yes, there are still a number of positions open.
Response: Staffing is almost at full capacity (80 mechanics).
Response: Staffing is almost at full capacity (80 mechanics).
Time for public participation!
PC1: Friend of hers was in Corktown on a weekend, looked on her app that the bus would be there 18 minutes; a different bus came but passed her - why doesn't it show on the actual bus that it can't pick up riders and that is why it is passing her?
PC1: Friend of hers was in Corktown on a weekend, looked on her app that the bus would be there 18 minutes; a different bus came but passed her - why doesn't it show on the actual bus that it can't pick up riders and that is why it is passing her?
December 10, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Time for public participation!
PC1: Friend of hers was in Corktown on a weekend, looked on her app that the bus would be there 18 minutes; a different bus came but passed her - why doesn't it show on the actual bus that it can't pick up riders and that is why it is passing her?
PC1: Friend of hers was in Corktown on a weekend, looked on her app that the bus would be there 18 minutes; a different bus came but passed her - why doesn't it show on the actual bus that it can't pick up riders and that is why it is passing her?
If you'd like to adopt a stop, email adoptastop@smartbus.org! Learn more at www.smartbus.org/Services/Ado...
December 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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$2.00 Park & Ride Fare:
December 10, 2025 at 10:02 PM
$2.00 Park & Ride Fare:
Upcoming service changes starting January 5, 2026:
December 10, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Upcoming service changes starting January 5, 2026:
The meeting has started!
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The meeting has started!
What is the SMART Sounding Board?
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The Sounding Board is a monthly virtual meeting for riders, transit advocates and citizens of the Wayne, Macomb and Oakland Counties to voice their opinions, concerns and feedback about SMART services.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:57 PM
What is the SMART Sounding Board?
The Sounding Board is a monthly virtual meeting for riders, transit advocates and citizens of the Wayne, Macomb and Oakland Counties to voice their opinions, concerns and feedback about SMART services.
Talk to you soon!
The Sounding Board is a monthly virtual meeting for riders, transit advocates and citizens of the Wayne, Macomb and Oakland Counties to voice their opinions, concerns and feedback about SMART services.
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Had to grab a few more pictures on my way out. There are a couple interactive displays for attendees to give feedback and immerse themselves in the design process.
November 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Had to grab a few more pictures on my way out. There are a couple interactive displays for attendees to give feedback and immerse themselves in the design process.
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Q: Will the area become less of an industrial feel? Can the design of the Dequindre Cut Gratiot bridge bridge that gap to make it feel like more downtown?
A: The bridge will be very different than what there is today. Will show possible designs at future community meetings.
A: The bridge will be very different than what there is today. Will show possible designs at future community meetings.
November 13, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Q: Will the area become less of an industrial feel? Can the design of the Dequindre Cut Gratiot bridge bridge that gap to make it feel like more downtown?
A: The bridge will be very different than what there is today. Will show possible designs at future community meetings.
A: The bridge will be very different than what there is today. Will show possible designs at future community meetings.
Q: Office building is 20 steps from 375. What’s the purpose? Will it slow us down getting in and out of the city?
A: This is an infrastructure project, safety and bridge replacement. Yes, it will slow down.
A: This is an infrastructure project, safety and bridge replacement. Yes, it will slow down.
November 13, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Q: Office building is 20 steps from 375. What’s the purpose? Will it slow us down getting in and out of the city?
A: This is an infrastructure project, safety and bridge replacement. Yes, it will slow down.
A: This is an infrastructure project, safety and bridge replacement. Yes, it will slow down.
…treatment, it goes to the river. Today it is possible for sewage to get into the river when there are significant rain events due to the antiquated combined system.
November 13, 2025 at 11:39 PM
…treatment, it goes to the river. Today it is possible for sewage to get into the river when there are significant rain events due to the antiquated combined system.
Q: Could you walk us through current condition of sewage system and why we needed a new one? Have you connected with Friends of Detroit River?
A: Storm sewer water feeds into combined system. Storm water overflows into sanitary system when there is a large storm. Instead of it going to the waste…
A: Storm sewer water feeds into combined system. Storm water overflows into sanitary system when there is a large storm. Instead of it going to the waste…
November 13, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Q: Could you walk us through current condition of sewage system and why we needed a new one? Have you connected with Friends of Detroit River?
A: Storm sewer water feeds into combined system. Storm water overflows into sanitary system when there is a large storm. Instead of it going to the waste…
A: Storm sewer water feeds into combined system. Storm water overflows into sanitary system when there is a large storm. Instead of it going to the waste…
Q: What is going to happen during construction phase to ensure people can access the DMC for emergencies?
A: Can’t give details until the design is done. Lafayette SB ramp/NB Chrysler drive will be utilized. Have done modeling regarding the routes for emergencies & have included first responders.
A: Can’t give details until the design is done. Lafayette SB ramp/NB Chrysler drive will be utilized. Have done modeling regarding the routes for emergencies & have included first responders.
November 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Q: What is going to happen during construction phase to ensure people can access the DMC for emergencies?
A: Can’t give details until the design is done. Lafayette SB ramp/NB Chrysler drive will be utilized. Have done modeling regarding the routes for emergencies & have included first responders.
A: Can’t give details until the design is done. Lafayette SB ramp/NB Chrysler drive will be utilized. Have done modeling regarding the routes for emergencies & have included first responders.