Transportation at the University of Michigan is already successfully serving thousands of riders every day. From getting students to class, to shuttling staff and faculty to different facilities, thousands rely on the extensive system of buses; networks of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure; and the links between these systems of mobility. In Ann Arbor, multiple different agencies play key roles in this process of mobility. Project RIDER is working to engage key stakeholders from the University of Michigan, City of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Area Transit Authority, and third party mobility providers to ensure the needs of students, residents and commuters are met while working toward sustainable and equitable transportation development.

As the University begins implementation of their ambitious and exciting 2050 vision plan, and TheRide is working on their 2045 long range plan, the community of current and future riders must be consulted throughout the design and construction process of the proposed systems of mobility. It goes without saying that these two plans could compliment each other perfectly if given the opportunity to collaborate. Project RIDER is aiming to help the University and the AATA gain key insights from the community that they deem as helpful to their implementation of the master plans, enabling informed design decisions that will positively impact all users. Additionally, through engagement events, Project RIDER plans to allow user groups the opportunity to ask questions of invited representatives from the university, city and transportation authority about future plans and construction.