The Rapid offering two weekday trips to Michigan Turkey Producers on Route 8 Prairie/Rivertown

May 15, 2023

The addition of the trips is part of The Rapid's efforts to meet the transportation needs of the community and support employment expansion in the region.

Interurban Transit Partnership’s (The Rapid) Route 8 Prairie/Rivertown began offering two weekday trips serving Michigan Turkey Producers on May 8. The addition of the trips is part of The Rapid's efforts to meet the transportation needs of the community and support employment expansion in the region.

“Our diverse workforce represents a large community of people in west Michigan with a wide range of transportation needs,” said MaryAnne McCaffrey, vice president of human resources at Michigan Turkey Producers. “A stop at our location will ensure a safe and reliable commute for our employees.”

Route 8 will have two weekday trips, the first trip departing from Rapid Central Station at 6:45 a.m., with the second trip departing from Michigan Turkey at 4:58 p.m. The 6:45 a.m. trip will follow its regular route to Rivertown, continuing to Michigan Turkey Producers on Chicago Drive. The 4:58 p.m. trip will travel directly to Michigan Turkey Producers before returning to Godfrey and then to Rapid Central Station. All previous stops along Route 8 will continue to be served.

"We are dedicated to improving the lives of our community across the six cities by offering reliable transportation options that improve access to employment opportunities and effectively remove barriers,” said Deb Prato, CEO of The Rapid.

Customers using Route 8 can pay their fare using cash, contactless payment or The Rapid's Wave card. With the Wave card or contactless payment, customers can enjoy a maximum fare of $3.50 per day and receive free transfers within one hour and 45 minutes.