The city of Detroit’s transit system has been in bad shape for a while, but the U.S. Transportation Department has decided to award them with $25.9 million to invest in 50 new buses. The Ladders of Opportunity grants mission is to modernize the transit system as well as allow for more of an expansion across the board. This project will also help provide families who are in dire need for reliable transportation that’s also safe and dependable. Many Detroit residents have had issues with being able to get to work, school, or even the doctor’s office because of unreliable transportation. Adding 50 new buses to the lineup will drastically change the safety and development of the city of Detroit.
The issue with the transit system in Detroit mostly revolves around safety. It’s not uncommon to hear about high-profile incidents on buses where the safety of passengers is compromised, resulting in a decline in passengers. Families are scared to let their children ride the bus, which can affect attendance at school and limit the distance Detroit residents can travel when it comes to appointments and even work! Last year, studies showed that ridership had decline around 13% since 2008 –making public transportation a pressing issue. Fortunately, new funding will be able to provide up to date, safer buses for Detroit residents who previously had less options when it came to local transit.
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