WATS Up: January 2021

January 2021

Happy 2021, WATS friends! And welcome to the January edition of WATS Up, the monthly newsletter for Washtenaw Area Transportation Study!

WATS Agency Updates

The WATS non-motorized count program captured over 479K pedestrians and bicyclists in 2020 using the three permanent counters.

Washtenaw Transit Providers Participating in RTA's First Call for Projects:

The RTA has worked with stakeholders in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw Counties and the City of Detroit to develop the Regional Coordinated Human Services Plan which seeks to expand transit access across southeast Michigan. In this call, providers will apply for 5310 funds which enhance transit service for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The RTA call provides administrative assistance for 5310 programs while working to address regionally identified needs. The call is anticipated to be open in late winter 2021. For more information on the OnHand plan visit RTAMichigan.org

Project Spotlight: Packard/Hawks Mid-Block Crossing

This newly constructed crossing in Pittsfield Township features a mast arm above Packard Street to call attention to pedestrians, an illuminated crosswalk, and a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) activated by a push button to provide advance notice of pedestrian crossings. (Photo Source: Pittsfield Township)

Up On The Blog

Tue, Jan 26

An Excellent Display of Regional Cooperation

By: Emily Lake

At the January meeting, the WATS Policy Committee approved to allocate additional funding to the Huron Pathway Project in the City of Ypsilanti.

Five Highlights from Pete Buttigieg’s Confirmation Hearing. Read More

Industry Comments Support FHWA Proposal on Infrastructure Design Standards. Read More

Traffic Safety Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2021. Read More

Partner Agency Updates

Updates to TheRide Temporary Service Plan went into effect on January 17. Read More

Check out SEMCOG University’s on-demand webinar library here.

Ann Arbor to Redeploy Healthy Streets Initiative in Spring 2021. Read More

Plowy McPlowface: MDOT asks public to help name snowplows. Read More

Did You Know?



	Safe Routes to School Mini and Major Grant Funding Opportunities Available: Mini Grant - Up to $10,000 per school, and up to $100,000 per applicant is available. These grants allow schools and communities to create programs that educate and encourage students to stay healthy and active, and to reduce traffic around schools. Applications due March 5. Read More Major Grant - Up to $220,000 per school for infrastructure, and up to $10,000 per school in programming funds is available. Read More

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