Mission Statement & Core Values
Mission Statement
The mission of Thunder Bay Transportation Authority is to provide safe, quality, dependable and affordable public transportation services to the citizens of Alpena, Alcona, and Montmorency Counties.
Vision
Our buses are a viable alternative transportation choice for modern, safe, efficient, environmentally friendly community travel.
Our employees continue to be well trained by utilizing industry recognized resources to serve our customers.
Our customers are investors now and, in the future, as they contribute to the vitality of our transportation system and the communities we serve.
Our passengers are highly satisfied with the services we provide.
Core Values
We are accountable and responsible in all aspects of our operations.
We will continuously improve the quality of our operations through creative and innovative ideas leading to higher quality of service.
We conduct our business with transparency and operate with the highest level of ethics and integrity.
We are charged with providing high quality transportation service to our community and adapt to best serve its needs.
We operate our business in a fiscally responsible manner to ensure financial stability and sustainability.
TBTA Board of Directors
Kevin Currier
City of Alpena Representative
Terry Small
Alcona County Representative
Lucille Bray
Alpena County Representative
Karen Nowicki-Compeau
My Mid Michigan
Angela Soltysiak
ACC
Lloyd Peltier
Montmorency County Representative
Jeff Meden
PACE
January
22
2026
February
26
2026
March
26
2026
April
23
2026
May
28
2026
June
25
2025
July
23
2026
August
27
2026
September
24
2026
October
22
2026
December
10
2026
Regular Board of Director meetings will be held on the 4th Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. in the board room of our facility located at 3859 US 23 North, Alpena, Michigan 49707. Person’s requiring assistance to attend meetings should call the DART office at 989-356-4596. This schedule is subject to change with proper notice. **DUE TO COVID-19, MEETINGS MAY BE CHANGED.
Thunder Bay Transportation Authority, hereafter referred to as TBTA, has their registered office at: 3859 US 23 North, Alpena, MI 49707. The service areas for TBTA are the County of Montmorency, the County of Alpena, the County of Alcona, and the City of Alpena.
Currently, TBTA holds service agreements for transportation service with Dial-A-Ride with the City of Alpena; and Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority (CMH). TBTA maintains public (open door) transportation to all of the individuals and the community at large within the service areas as noted.
(Service of Thunder Bay Transportation Authority)
The Alpena Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) service began operations in 1974 and was the eighth smallest bus system to be started in Michigan. Since that time the system has logged nearly 7.7 million miles and carried over 4 million passengers. Today the DART system consists of 7 wheelchair lift equipped buses operating 7 days a week on a demand-response basis. DART is proud to provide transportation service to all segments of the population within the greater Alpena area, but most notably to the elderly, handicapped, and youth, many of whom have no other means of moving about in our community.
Funding for the system is derived primarily from three sources:
1. State and Federal reimbursements
2. Fares
3. A 1 mill City property tax levy
A one-half mill tax levy was first instituted in 1976 by a vote of the City electorate and has been renewed every 4 years by an average 3 to 1 vote margin. In 2005 the electorate approved an increase in the millage rate to 0.65. As of June 2020, the rate is at 1 mill.
With over 35 years of continuous service, Dial-A-Ride looks forward to many more years of providing safe and affordable transportation for the citizens of Alpena.
Rides to Wellness is a premium, non-emergency medical transportation program throughout Alpena county. RTW provides one-on-one, door-to-door service to riders going to medical appointments or other wellness-related activities.
Who is Eligible
Rides to Wellness is open to all passengers who reside in Alpena County.
When is Transportation Available
Beginning February 2, 2026, RTW hours will be Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
What is the Fare?
$15 a ride, one-way, in Alpena county. Riders are allowed to make one additional stop for an extra $10. Riders may also bring a companion along with them FREE of charge.
Contact
For additional information, or to book a ride, please contact Mobility Coordinator, Brandi Anderson, andersonb@thunderbaytransportation.com
Rides to Wellness is a premium, non-emergency medical transportation program throughout Alpena county.
Title VI Statement
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Our Partners
Many businesses and organizations partner with TBTA to bring you service, including:
