Statewide Initiatives

Greater Minnesota Transit Plan

The Greater Minnesota Transit Plan 2010-2030 defines the future vision for public transportation across Greater Minnesota and sets forth policies and strategies to meet that vision.

The Greater Minnesota Transit Investment Plan

The Greater Minnesota Transit Investment Plan, developed by MnDOT in 2011, sets priorities for transit investments in scenarios of both expanded and contracted future funding.

Veterans Transportation and Community Living Initiative

The VTCLI initiative includes a $1.19 million federal DOT grant for capital costs of communication technology to improve access to transportation service information through the MinnesotaHelp™ Network, Minnesota’s existing One-Call/One-Click Resource Center. The funding is to purchase hardware, software, and related engineering and design (cannot be used to fund vehicle purchases or mobility management operations)

2011 Transit Report: A Guide to Minnesota's Public Transit Systems

The 2011 Transit Report was prepared by the Minnesota Department of Transportation with assistance from the Metropolitan Council. This report is a guide to Minnesota's public transportation network and resources.

MnDOT District 4 Transit

Public transit is available in 11 of MnDOT District 4’s 12 counties. Wilkin County currently does not have any public transit. There are 10 buses located throughout the district that were funded through the 5310 Elderly / Disabled grant program.

Initiatives in District 4

Six ARRA-funded buses have been received and integrated into four public transit systems in MnDOT District 4.

Transit System Highlights (Congressional District 7)

Grant County Alpha Transit

• Incorporated into Rainbow Rider in 2011.

Mahnomen County Heartland Express

• Now providing transportation for individuals to attend the Norman County DAC in Ada. 

Moorhead Metropolitan Area Transit

• Installed an Automatic Vehicle Location System and purchased two outdoor kiosks.
• Began operation of new GFI electronic fare boxes.
• Implemented new MATBUS logo and website.
• Installed electronic route signs on rear and front of buses.

Moorhead Metropolitan Area Transit-Paratransit

• Went live with new RouteMatch dispatch software.
• Increased Metro Senior Ride service by adding one van.
• Conducted workshops with area medical social workers regarding ADA paratransit application process and medical verifications.

Rainbow Rider Transit

• Increased passenger numbers by 4.7 percent from 2009