DDOT Virtual Community Input Meeting
Detroit Department of Transportation
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The Detroit Department of Transportation Monthly Community Input Meeting is an open forum about DDOT’s services, fares, routes, and much more.
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Edited and summarized by the Detroit - MI Documenters Team
Live reporting by
Pamela Taylor
With the bus rapid transit pilot come additional bus stop amenities and increased bus frequency on several routes. Bus service changes begin Jan. 22. DDOT Reimagined final draft available to the public on Feb. 1, public hearing on Feb. 15, public comment open until March 17.
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@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet For more information, check out the website for today's meeting: detroitmi.gov/events/ddot-vi…
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@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Per the website, The Detroit Department of Transportation Monthly Community Input Meeting is an open forum about DDOT's services, fares, routes, and much more. Your feedback is valuable to help make DDOT a system of choice for everyone.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet There was a quick conversation between Steve Patrinick and Kristin Lukowski. Seems like Steve is waiting on the 7 Mile Bus. He mentioned the tracker lied to him. The meeting will begin at 5:05p.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Meeting began @ 5:05p. Ayobami Torrence, Outreach Coordinator for DDOT has opened the floor for DDOT management introductions.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet There is a presentation followed by public comment. There is a slide show! I'm trying to capture screen shots and I will introduce the shots as I can.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Public comment has begun: Robert Pawlowski, a Transportation Advocate, is asking DDOT if there are plans to expand the pilot program to other busy corridors like the Grand River route. DDOT response: Starting the pilot program, DDOT reimagined on Monday.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Mr. Cunningham: Concerned about the empty placards (advertising above the seats). Would like to see more use of resources to recruit for DDOT/city jobs.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Steven Hawring: praised the raise drivers have received however his concern is after training, many drivers leave for CDL jobs that pay more. How can this be improved other than the reimbursement requirement? DDOT: Looking at another department to recoup licensing, training
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet costs from drivers that break their contract.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Renard Monczunski -transportation advocate offered praise for the salary increase for drivers and hopes that drivers will receive a further increase in pay. He is also advocating for the Grand River corridor to also participate in the rapid transit study.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Rochella Stewart is thankful for the salary increase. She is advocating for a low income fare. Plans to reach out to Illitch or Gilbert to see if donations are available. She is looking toward the February presentation on DDOT Reimagined.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Also, Mr. Monczunski was also concerned about the enunciators on the coaches. Wants DDOT to make sure they are working properly on all the buses so passengers can hear upcoming stops.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Caller: Concerned about cleanliness, security and safety on the buses. DDOT: Cleaning regiment- buses are cleaned daily (sweeping and mopping). Once per month, deep cleaning, removing seats and disinfect using heat. Caller: Suggests deep cleaning should happen
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet at least 2x per month.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet The next caller is concerned about the cleanliness of the buses. She rides the Gratiot bus/Route 6. She gets on the bus around 2p. DDOT: There is dedicated staff (Coach Service Attendant) at each terminal responsible for cleaning the coaches. Caller: Buses are obviously-
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet filthy. Suggests "undercover" staff to determine who isn't doing their job. DDOT: Please report unclean coaches
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Next caller: Service reliability and BRT stops on Jefferson DDOT: DDOT has a directive to increase service to pre-COVID levels for reliability. Supervisors will be on routes to pay attention to operators that may be passing passengers. DDOT encourages passengers to report
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Caller: another reliability concern: Transit app is inaccurate.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Thomas Konja (owner of a gas station): The end of the route is in front of his business. Passengers are unruly. Many of the passengers are patients released from St. Johns. Not blaming drivers. Businesses are losing business because of these passengers. Would like layover_
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet layovers reduced or move the end of the route. DDOT: Chief safety officer and the interim director will make a site visit to assess the situation. Discussion continued offline.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet William Davis: Detroit retiree's should receive reduced/free fare. Many retiree's took a 22.5% pay cut and loss medical benefits. Is asking officials to consider the plight of retiree's. DDOT: will take concerns under advisement
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Stephen Boyle: regular Fenkell and Dexter bus user. Many of the bike racks are in disrepair. Wifi isn't reliable. Reliability is a concern. Trackers are inaccurate. DDOT: routes are monitored on a regular basis. Problems found are rectified immediately.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Justine: longterm rider and transportation advocate Dexter route is very disappointing. One driver is almost always on time. Wonders why other drivers are not on time. Perhaps the on time driver can be mentors. Need more bus schedules at the main library.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Also concerned about attendance bonuses. Suggests that drivers are paid more period. Attendance is a job requirement. DDOT: Has a set up a service reliability committee that should target reliability issues with routes as well as monitored operators.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Sentence correction: Has set up a service reliability committee that should target reliability issues with routes as well as monitor operators. Sorry!
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Caller: Supports drivers receiving increase in pay. Discipline should be corrective vs. punitive. As the automobile capital of the world, DDOT should work on regional transportation. Suggests visiting Arizona to look at their paratransit training centers.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Caller: Return weekend service to Russell bus route
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Syri Simpson: has been riding DDOT buses since the 1950's. Wishes officials would not reimagine DDOT but instead deal with the issues advocates have been vocalizing for the past 20-30 years. DDOT should fire all consultants and instead hire marketers to increase revenue
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet through marketing.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Sheila Dorsey: operator at Shoemaker Concerned that administration does not reach out to drivers/operators to listen to operators concerns and the issues important to drivers. DDOT: Will join Ms. Dorsey on her bus next week.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Citizens don't have to wait for meetings to reach out to DDOT officials.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Interim Director Staley closing out the meeting. Praised the union, transportation advocates and other officials for the pay increase. Detroit will be back at the bargaining table within the next 8-12 months.
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@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet The meeting was adjourned at 6:41p. This concludes DDOT Virtual Community Input Meeting. The next scheduled meeting is February 15, 2024. For more meeting coverage, check out . documenters.org
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@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet I'm going to insert screen shots of the DDOT presentation. Lots of good information concerning pay increases, BRT program, DDOT goals and DDOT reimagined.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Sample of the messages drivers receive daily. This is today's message
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet BRT stands for Bus Rapid Transit
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Once of the public comments was about these 2 routes. Hopefully , the service changes will address reliability issues.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet DDOT Reimagined project
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet Good night y'all! Stay warm and be safe. See ya next time.
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Detroit Department of Transportation
The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) is the largest public transit provider in Michigan that serves the City of Detroit, surrounding suburbs, and neighboring cities, including Highland Park and Hamtramck. DDOT prides itself on providing reliable, clean, safe, and efficient service.
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