Rolling Through Rural Minnesota: Arrowhead Transit Connects Communities Together Transit Unplugged podcast

Rolling Through Rural Minnesota: Arrowhead Transit Connects Communities Together

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This week on Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort interviews Brandon Nurmi, Director of Arrowhead Transit in Minnesota. Paul and Brandon discuss the unique challenges of operating a public transportation system across a vast, sparsely populated rural area. Brandon shares his journey in the transit sector, the geographical and logistical hurdles his team faces, the role of volunteer-driven programs, and the technological advancements aiding rural transit systems.

As Arrowhead Transit celebrates its 50th anniversary, Brandon highlights how essential public transit is in rural areas for accessing jobs, healthcare, and reducing social isolation. Tune in to learn about the vital role of rural transit in community development and the collaborations that bolster these efforts.

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Host: Paul Comfort
Producer: Paul Comfort
Editor and Writer: Tris Hussey
Executive Producer: Julie Gates

Special thanks to:

Brand design: Tina Olagundoye
Social Media: Tatyana Mechkarova
Marketing content, Transit Unplugged Newsletter, & transit puns: Tris Hussey

If you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.

00:00 Introduction to Rural Public Transportation

00:57 Challenges of Rural Transit Systems

01:23 Interview with Brandon Nurmi: Director of Arrowhead Transit

02:39 Celebrating 50 Years of Arrowhead Transit

03:25 Geographical and Operational Challenges

06:11 The Role of Technology and Volunteer Programs

09:17 Funding and Community Development

12:59 Social Connectivity and Partnerships

14:37 Future Expansion Plans

16:00 Coming up next week on Transit Unplugged

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