Green Bay Metro--Public Transportation in the Greater Green Bay Community

Green Bay METRO & Green Bay Packers kick off game day routes

2011-08-20T13:36:00.002-05:00

http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/news/free-buses-to-packers-game

Green Bay METRO & Green Bay Packers kick off game day routes

2011-08-20T13:33:00.000-05:00

http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/news/free-buses-to-packers-game

CHEESEHEAD Game Day Route

2011-08-17T16:09:00.002-05:00

The CHEESEHEAD Game Day Route will start Friday, August 19^th. The hours of operation will be 1:00pm-7:00pm and 10:00pm-1:00am.

Green Bay METRO Route Changes

2011-08-17T16:08:00.001-05:00

Green Bay METRO Route changes have been approved by the Transit Commission and will be going into effect on September 6, 2011. Areas of Libal Street and Anderson Drive will be serviced with our Fixed Route.

Murphy In The Morning Interviews Green Bay METRO Transit Director Tom Wittig.

2011-08-15T09:40:00.000-05:00

http://soundcloud.com/feldhouse/green-bay-metro-interview-8-12

News Release of the joint partnership with Green Bay Packers, Green Bay Metro and the City of Green Bay

2011-08-11T18:34:00.000-05:00

Left to Right: Mark Murphy/Packers CEO, Mayor Jim Schmitt, Tom Wittig Metro Transit Director

Details of all four Packers game day Routes available with link.

2011-08-11T18:14:00.000-05:00

http://www.ci.green-bay.wi.us/transit/packerroutes.html

2011-08-11T17:58:00.000-05:00

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PACKERS, GREEN BAY METRO, CITY OF GREEN BAY TO OFFER

NEW GAMEDAY BUS SERVICE

The Green Bay Packers, Green Bay Metro and the city of Green Bay will be teaming up to offer four free bus routes on gamedays for the 2011 season, it was announced today.

The four service routes were designed to reach Green Bay’s major key routes and fan-heavy areas during Packers home games. Buses will run five hours before each game and three hours after. Extended hours will be provided during night games.

“We are very excited and honored to partner with the Packers and the city of Green Bay to make this service happen,” Green Bay Metro director Tom Wittig said. “We have put a lot of hard work into this project and I am thankful for all the time and dedication from my staff and the Packers.”

Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy also expressed his excitement for the partnership.

“On behalf of the Packers, we are really excited to partner with Green Bay Metro as well as the city of Green Bay to provide this service,” Murphy said. “We are the only NFL stadium that currently does not have any public transportation to and from the stadium on gamedays so we think this will be a great addition and believe our fans will enjoy it.”

In addition to providing a free and safe ride to and from Lambeau Field for fans, Metro hopes the new service will encourage more residents of the community to use the transit system on a regular basis.

“This is a great step for transit and we are really excited to see it take off,” Mayor Jim Schmitt said. “It is our hope that more people start to use the metro system and we believe these routes will help make that happen.”

Each route is titled with a Packers theme including Lambeau Leap, Cheesehead, QB Sneak and Quick Slant. Major key areas on routes include the Radisson and Austin Straubel Airport, Green Bay hotels, residential areas and the metro area.

Additionally, gameday service routes will be available for both those attending the game as well as those who are not.

BREAKING NEWS!

2011-08-05T12:33:00.000-05:00

Green Bay METRO & Green Bay Packers Form Partnership!

In partnership with the Green Bay Packers, Green Bay METRO will be operating fix route bus service for Packer home games.
Press conference will be forthcoming.

From left, Jason Wied: VP of Administration/Legal Packers, Tom Wittig: Metro Director, Mark Murphy: CEO/President Packers

Green Bay METRO Newsletter

2011-08-04T14:40:00.002-05:00

GREEN SATURDAY

2011-08-01T17:26:00.000-05:00

We had another successful “Green Saturday”. Tell your friends and family, “Ride Metro FREE every Saturday.

Kids K-12 $1.00 Fare

2011-07-29T11:33:00.000-05:00

Coming August 1, 2011
Kids K-12 will ride Green Bay Metro buses for a $1.00.

Notice of 30-Day Public Informational Meeting.

2011-07-27T14:50:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro is holding a Public Informational Meeting for Fixed Route Restructuring Proposal
July 28, 2011 at 6:15pm
Green Bay Transportation-Commission Room
901 University Avenue

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Green Saturdays- Everyone rides Green Bay METRO FREE on Saturdays

2011-07-27T14:46:00.001-05:00

Green Bay Metro partners with Brown County Library.

2011-07-25T18:01:00.000-05:00

On WEDNESDAYS-Kids (grades K-12) can ride free to and from any Brown County Library.
June 15 through August 10

Just show your library card!

Green Bay METRO and UWGB continues U-PASS partnership

2011-07-20T14:13:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro, UW-Green Bay sign revised U-Pass agreement
GREEN BAY – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and Green Bay Metro recently signed a revised busing agreement that will continue their mutually beneficial partnership while more directly tying the cost of service to the number of rides taken.
The new U-Pass contract does away with the former agreement, under which a $35,000 annual lump-sum payment — underwritten by student fees and a portion of University parking fees — was paid to Metro in exchange for unlimited bus rides for students, faculty and staff.
Under the new arrangement, the chargeback becomes 25 cents per ride, billed quarterly, which still will allow University ID-holders to ride at no additional charge — and also offer a more precise way for UW-Green Bay to pay for the service, said Tom Wittig, general manager for Green Bay Metro. The change, approved at the July meeting of the Green Bay Transit Commission, is a key element of what Wittig says is an ongoing and important relationship between the campus and transit.
“It’s very important because public transportation is a vital ingredient for college students,” Wittig said. “It gives them the independence to travel throughout the Green Bay area, whether they have a car or not.”
The agreement is part of an ongoing effort to encourage bus ridership among students, faculty and staff, emphasizing the convenience and cost and environmental benefits of taking the bus. Since its inception in 2008, U-Pass has continued thanks to a cooperative effort of University officials, the UWGB Student Government Association and Green Bay Metro.
“The U-Pass agreement certainly benefits the environment through taking some single-occupancy vehicles off the road, with an additional benefit of saving money by not gassing up the car as frequently,” said Laurie Case, sustainability and strategic planning coordinator at UWGB. “We’ll continue to depend on Metro as a cornerstone in our ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the campus community.”
The new U-Pass agreement is one of several changes recently unveiled by Metro, which has started adding no-cost Saturday rides for all bus patrons amid plans for a west-side route restructuring intended to make transportation easier and more efficient. In addition, UWGB will hold discussions with Metro to consider a direct Saturday route for high-volume student locations, such as grocery stores, said Riley Evan Peterson, UW-Green Bay Student Government Association president. The SGA and UWGB Public Safety’s parking operations will continue to split the cost for the U-Pass agreement, which could be about half of what it was under the former funding system.
In addition, Metro hopes to have a presence at various campus events during the school year, Wittig said, encouraging students to explore the transit system. The University Union also will play a role, marketing the effort to students as part of an overall focus on sustainability.
“Practicing sustainable efforts will come easy to students with the help of the Green Bay Metro agreement,” said Kelly Kramp, manager of programs, promotions and marketing for the Union. “The University Union looks forward to helping educate the students on their U-Pass.”

Green Bay Metro Public Informational Meeting

2011-07-20T10:51:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro Public Informational Meeting for
Fixed Route Restructuring Proposal
July 21, 2011 at 6:15pm
Green Bay Transportation-Commission Room
901 University Avenue

First Week of Green Saturday Success

2011-07-19T16:56:00.002-05:00

Green Bay Metro’s “Green Saturday” is successful. Transit Director Tom Wittig said he is pleased with the first week’s results. The free bus ridership attracted 2,500 riders, approximately 25% above average. Green Saturday will continue every Saturday on all Green Bay Metro routes.

Green Bay Metro Public Hearing-Revised Routes

2011-07-18T15:26:00.003-05:00

Green Bay Metro will be conducting a public hearing on August 17 at 8:15am at the Green Bay Transportation Center-Commission Room 901 University Ave.

Green Bay Metro Public Informational Meetings-Revised Routes

2011-07-18T15:25:00.003-05:00

Green Bay Metro Public Informational Meetings will be conducted on July 21 and July 28 at 6:15pm and one will be held on August 10 at 4:15pm. All meetings will be hosted at the Green Bay Transportation Center-Commission Room 901 University Ave.

Proposed Route Changes

2011-07-15T15:59:00.004-05:00

Proposed Route Changes

Click any bus below to see proposed routes.

Brown East Mason	Orange Danz / Bay Beach	Silver Mather
Blue Shawano	Red West Mason	Lime UWGB
Green Conn 1	Yellow Conn 2	Sky Allouez
Pink Main	Shadow Oneida	Brick DePere
	Gold Bellevue

Click here to view full proposed route system.

Green Bay Metro Celebrates Low Emission Diesel Buses

2011-07-14T12:19:00.001-05:00

Mayor Schmitt and Transit Director Tom Wittig, celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony for Green Bay METROS new low emission diesel buses.

GREEN SATURDAY

2011-07-13T16:08:00.000-05:00

Starting this Saturday, July 16, 2011, and every Saturday thereafter, Green Bay Metro and Municipalities are promoting and educating people to use public transportation. Ride Green Bay Metro for FREE on Green Saturday, all ages, all day.

Green Bay Metro Initiative

2011-07-13T16:06:00.000-05:00

Kids K-12 will ride Green Bay Metro buses for a $1.00 starting August 1, 2011.

Mystery Question 4 and Answer

2011-07-13T16:05:00.000-05:00

What is white, blue, yellow, and green all over and is free?

Answer: Green Saturday Initiative

Mystery Question 3 and Answer

2011-07-13T16:04:00.000-05:00

What will connect North and South, East and West; is economical, more convenient than a car and will be more efficient than ever before?
Answer: New connecting routes could start as early as September 6, 2011.

Mystery Question 2 and Answer

2011-07-13T16:02:00.003-05:00

Other than the Zippin Pippin….What can move kids for a dollar?

Answer: Kids K-12 will ride Green Bay Metro buses for a $1.00 starting August 1, 2011.

Mystery Question 1 and Answer

2011-07-13T16:00:00.003-05:00

What is 35 feet; carries 25 people and delivers?
Answer: New 2011 Green Bay Metro buses

Catch the Buzz at Green Bay METRO!

2011-07-12T16:46:00.000-05:00

Join Mayor Jim Schmidt and the Green Bay Metro Staff at Green Bay Metro (901 University Ave) on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. to reveal the answer to the mystery questions.

The Buzzing Bee Is Offering Its Final Mystery Question.

2011-07-11T14:49:00.000-05:00

The Excitement is building! Are you ready for mystery question number four?

What is white, blue, yellow, and green all over and is free?

It's almost here, visit us again on July 12th to learn more.

2011-07-08T17:12:00.001-05:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday July 8, 2011

The most exciting thing to happen to Green Bay METRO EVER!

Mayor Jim Schmitt and Green Bay METRO Transit Director Tom Wittig will be holding a press conference to announce Transit Green Initiatives.

Mayor Schmitt and Director Wittig would like to share some exciting news that will greatly impact the Transit Community.

These initiatives demonstrate the commitment Mayor Schmitt and Director Wittig have for Green Bay METRO and the ridership community. Immediately following the transit announcement a ribbon cutting will take place to introduce our new diesel low emission buses into service.

When: Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Time: 2:30pm

Where: Commission Room

Green Bay Metro Transportation Center

901 University Ave

Green Bay, WI 54302

The Bee is Buzzzzing at METRO

2011-07-08T16:42:00.000-05:00

Wednesday's mystery question was "Other than the Zippin Pippin... What can move kids for a dollar?"

The Excitement is building! Are you ready for mystery question number three?

What will connect North and South, East and West; is economical, more convenient than a car and will be more efficient than ever before?

Stay tuned for your next mystery question on July 11th and 12th.

The bee is still BUZZZZZZZING!

2011-07-06T16:24:00.001-05:00

Friday’s mystery question was "What is 35 feet, carries 25 people, and delivers?

The Excitement is building! Are you ready for mystery question number two?

Other than the Zippin Pippin…. What can move kids for a dollar?

Stay tuned for your next mystery question on July 8th, 11th, and 12th.

Catch the BUZZ at Green Bay METRO

2011-07-01T12:59:00.002-05:00

COMING NEW TO METRO! WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN LOOKING FOR? EXCITEMENT IS BUILDING.....

What is 35 feet, carries 25 people, and delivers?

For clues follow us on July, 6th, 8th, 11th, and 12th.

Free Rides on Wednesdays to Brown County Libraries

2011-06-30T09:23:00.000-05:00

Green Bay METRO has partnered with the Brown County Libraries.

Kids K-12 can ride the city buses free to and from the Brown County Libraries on Wednesdays. The free rides are available June 15- August 10th. 9:00am-4:00pm.
Just show your library card to the drivers. Summer library visits benefit the whole family.Enjoy your summer reading.

Kids Day Saturday June 25th.

2011-06-24T15:16:00.000-05:00

Take Green Bay METRO to Leicht Park to have lunch with Mayor Schmitt on Saturday June 25th @11:30am Kids Day. Remember - All events on Kids Day are FREE.

Kids Day Saturday June 25th.

2011-06-22T14:19:00.000-05:00

KIDS DAY, Saturday June 25. All events on Kids Day are free. Anyone 17 years or younger can ride Green Bay METRO FREE.

Meet and Greet

2011-06-17T17:10:00.002-05:00

Join Green Bay Metro’s new Transit Director, Tom Wittig for coffee and cookies, Saturday, June 18, 2011 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. This will be an open forum where Tom will be available to discuss your issues and concerns regarding Green Bay’s transit. Tom looks forward to meeting you and learning how Green Bay Metro can better serve our community.

Dump the Pump

2011-06-15T19:57:00.000-05:00

Dump the Pump Ride Public Transportation on Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Meet and Greet Transit Director Tom Wittig

2011-06-10T17:37:00.000-05:00

Open Forum with Transit Director Tom Wittig. Everyone’s invited to attend the meet and greet on Saturday June 18, 2011 10:00am-12:00pm at the Metro Transit Center.

Schools out for the summer!

2011-06-07T12:15:00.000-05:00

Enjoy your summer vacation. Have fun out at Bay Beach, and Fisk Aquatic Center and try our new Zippin Pippin roller coaster.

Detour Route 15 due to Bellin Run

2011-06-07T10:26:00.004-05:00

Detour Route 15 due to Bellin Run

Detour Route 11 Outbound due to Bellin Run

2011-06-07T10:25:00.004-05:00

Detour Route 11 Outbound due to Bellin Run

Detour Route 11 Inbound due to Bellin Run

2011-06-07T10:24:00.002-05:00

Detour Route 11 Inbound due to Bellin Run

Closed Memorial Day

2011-05-27T11:53:00.001-05:00

In honor of the Memorial Day Holiday, Green Bay Metro will not operate on Monday, May 30. All Green Bay Metro offices and bus service will be closed. Green Bay Metro Paratransit Service will also be closed. Regularly scheduled service will resume on Tuesday, May 31.

We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!

New Weekly Pass

2011-05-27T11:31:00.003-05:00

Green Bay Metro's New Transit Director

2011-05-25T19:09:00.002-05:00

Green Bay Metro’s new Transit Director, Tom Wittig. Tom will assume duties as of June 6, 2011. Tom comes to us from Davenport, Iowa where he was the Transit Director for four years. Tom is a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Green Bay Metro's New Paratransit Provider

2011-05-10T14:48:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro would like to announce their new Paratransit provider MV Transportation. They are available the same hours of operation as in the past. They can be reached at 448-3185 or 336-4746.

Notice Change

2011-04-29T15:43:00.002-05:00

Detour Route 4 & 9

2011-04-28T09:05:00.000-05:00

Congressman Ribble visits Metro

2011-04-19T08:59:00.001-05:00

Congressman Ribble visited Green Bay METRO Monday April 18, to discuss transit concerns with the federal funding shortfalls. Green Bay Metro appreciates Congressman Ribble taking the time to visit.

Congressman Ribble to visit Green Bay Metro

2011-04-15T11:07:00.002-05:00

Celebrate Earth Day April 22 with Green Bay Metro

2011-04-15T10:17:00.002-05:00

Green Bay Metro Partnership with YMCA Healthy Kids Day

2011-04-15T10:10:00.002-05:00

Detour Route 9

2011-04-12T08:26:00.000-05:00

Detour Route 6

2011-04-08T13:21:00.001-05:00

Change Route 7

2011-04-08T13:12:00.004-05:00

Route 14 Update

2011-04-08T13:10:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro & YMCA Healthy Kids Day

2011-04-08T13:06:00.001-05:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Agenda (4/13/11)

2011-04-08T10:29:00.002-05:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Agenda (4/6/11)

2011-04-01T16:30:00.003-05:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Meeting Minutes (3/16/11)

2011-04-01T16:28:00.006-05:00

Green Bay Metro

2011-04-01T09:01:00.001-05:00

Thank you to everyone who attended the Informational Meeting March 22 regarding Route Proposals. A reminder the next meeting is April 6 @ 8:15 a.m. in the Transit Commission Room.

Green Bay Metro & Rasmussen College

2011-04-01T09:00:00.003-05:00

Green Bay Metro and Rasmussen College have joined together in partnership to form a Raz Pass, which provides FREE transportation to all Rasmussen College students, faculty and staff. This joint effort begins today, April 1 and passes are available at the Rasmussen College Administration Office.

Proposed Route Update - Green Bay Metro

2011-03-30T13:32:00.001-05:00

Reminder - Formal Public Hearing regarding route changes is April 6 @ 8:15 a.m. in the Transit Commission Room. Proposed Routes: 2, 7, 14 & Bellevue.

Green Bay Metro Buses

2011-03-24T10:24:00.000-05:00

The winter weather is not affecting Green Bay Metro buses. All routes are currently on time. Please drive careful!

Green Bay Metro Update

2011-03-23T19:33:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Metro Transit is currently closed do to the winter weather and road conditions. We value the safety of our drivers and our passengers. If you have any questions please call 920-448-3450.

Green Bay Metro Buses Update

2011-03-23T13:15:00.001-05:00

Green Bay METRO buses are running on time. We will continue to monitor the weather throughout the day and keep you informed.

Green Bay Metro buses are running on time this morning.

2011-03-23T07:45:00.003-05:00

Good Morning everyone, winter is not over yet. Green Bay METRO buses are running on time this morning. We will continue to monitor the weather throughout the day and keep you informed.

Green Bay Metro Buses

2011-03-22T12:00:00.000-05:00

As snow begins to fall all Green Bay Metro buses are on schedule.

Green Bay Metro Update

2011-03-22T09:31:00.001-05:00

With winter weather approaching the Green Bay area, Green Bay Metro will keep you updated on bus schedules to inform you if they are staying on schedule.

Detour Routes 3 & 4

2011-03-17T10:29:00.002-05:00

Route 14 Inbound Deviation

2011-03-16T13:14:00.000-05:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Agenda (3/16/11)

2011-03-11T09:48:00.001-06:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Meeting Minutes (2/16/11)

2011-03-11T09:45:00.006-06:00

Green Bay Metro Bus Update

2011-03-09T13:59:00.000-06:00

As snow continues to fall Green Bay Metro buses are all on schedule.

Green Bay Metro Buses

2011-03-09T08:33:00.001-06:00

The weather is not affecting Green Bay Metro buses. All routes are currently on time. Please drive careful!

Green Bay Metro Proposed Route Changes

2011-03-08T08:40:00.007-06:00

Bellevue Route

Route 2

Route 14

Route 7

Service Animal Update

2011-02-25T15:07:00.002-06:00

Green Bay Metro Buses

2011-02-21T08:29:00.001-06:00

All Green Bay Metro buses are currently running on schedule, despite the weather brought to northeastern Wisconsin by Winter Storm Dana. Throughout the morning hours we will update any changes to this, but expect all buses to be on schedule.

Green Bay Transit Commission Agenda (2/16/11)

2011-02-10T13:25:00.002-06:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Meeting Minutes (1/19/2011)

2011-02-08T08:44:00.005-06:00

Champions

2011-02-07T11:06:00.002-06:00

Congratulations to the Green Bay Packers for winning Super Bowl XLV thanks for bringing home the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Congrats to Aaron for Super Bowl MVP. Go Pack Go!

Green Bay Metro Single Ride Passes

2011-02-01T08:23:00.003-06:00

Be sure to keep a look out for the new Single Ride passes from Green Bay Metro.

Green Bay Metro

2011-01-26T13:35:00.001-06:00

Packers go to Super Bowl

2011-01-24T09:10:00.002-06:00

Congratulations to the Green Bay Packers for making the Super Bowl! Green Bay Metro and the city of Green Bay are proud to have the Packers as a representative. Good luck in the Super Bowl and always Go Pack Go!

Green Bay Pep Rally

2011-01-21T09:25:00.000-06:00

Reminder on Walnut Street @ 2 p.m. is the pep rally for the Green Bay Packers! Be sure to come and show your support for Green & Gold between the Sophie Beaumont building and the Northern Building. Go Pack Go!

Green Bay Pep Rally for Packers

2011-01-20T14:38:00.001-06:00

Come and show your support for the Green Bay Packers! The city of Green Bay and Brown County will be hosting a pep rally tomorrow, January 21 @ 2 p.m. The event is on Walnut Street, between the Sophie Beaumont building & Northern Building, across from the court house. Come and show your support for the Packers as they make their way to Chicago for the NFC Championship Game!

Green Bay Metro Update

2011-01-17T13:01:00.002-06:00

The Winter weather is not affecting Green Bay Metro buses. All routes are currently on schedule. We will keep you posted into the evening hours if delays occur.

Green Bay Metro

2011-01-17T09:31:00.001-06:00

With winter weather approaching the Green Bay area we will keep you posted on the bus schedules, all routes are currently on time.

Green Bay Transit Commission Agenda (1/19/11)

2011-01-13T11:23:00.002-06:00

Green Bay Transit Commission Minutes (12/28/10)

2011-01-13T11:20:00.004-06:00

Green Bay Metro

2011-01-13T11:20:00.001-06:00

Interested in applying for Green Bay Metro's Reduced Fare or Paratransit program, find the applications at greenbaymetro.org

Metro buses on schedule

2011-01-11T13:59:00.001-06:00

Green Bay Metro buses continue to stay on schedule. We will continue to monitor the weather into the evening hours.

Metro buses on time

2011-01-11T08:17:00.001-06:00

Green Bay Metro buses are running on time this morning. We will continue to monitor the weather through out the day.

Happy Holidays

2010-12-22T16:02:00.001-06:00

Metro buses

2010-12-21T09:52:00.001-06:00

All buses for Tuesday, December 21 are running on time.

Holiday Hours at Green Bay Metro

2010-12-20T11:55:00.001-06:00

For more information about Green Bay Metro Holiday Hours visit greenbaymetro.org or call (920) 448-3450.

Green Bay Transit Commission Minutes (11/17/10)

2010-12-15T10:31:00.003-06:00

Green Bay Metro buses delayed

2010-12-12T14:42:00.007-06:00

Monday morning December 13, 2010, Green Bay METRO buses will be delayed two hours. We will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions and will updated you as we receive additional information. At this time the METRO buses are expected to start service at 7:15 a.m.