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 Complete Operational Overview: Brooklyn Park Metro Micro

The Metro Transit Metro Micro service is fully operational in Brooklyn Park as of October 1, 2026. This technology-driven microtransit pilot, launched under the Network Now regional framework, integrates the convenience of on-demand ridesharing with the affordability of traditional public transit.

Below is the definitive guide detailing all functional phases, exact service boundaries, operating hours, booking mechanisms, and connectivity protocols.

1. Service Boundaries & Area Constraints

All trips utilized via Metro Micro must entirely start and end within the designated Brooklyn Park zone. Minibuses operate strictly within the following geofenced perimeter:

• North Boundary: Rush Creek Regional Trail
• South Boundary: 67th Avenue North
• East Boundary: Highway 610 and Noble Parkway
• West Boundary: Jefferson Highway and Highway 169

Strict Geographic Limits: The vehicles will not cross service lines into neighboring North Minneapolis or Brooklyn Center. To travel to these external destinations, riders must take Metro Micro to an internal transit hub and transfer to regional lines.

2. Service Hours & Costs

The service provides extensive daily availability matching regional commuting needs:

• Weekday Hours: Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Weekend Hours: Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Pricing: Rides cost $2.50 or $3.25 depending on peak travel times.
• Fare Media: Paid seamlessly via the Metro Transit app, a standard Go-To Card, or exact cash (drivers cannot distribute change).
• Integrated Transfers: Every ride includes a 2.5-hour regional transfer window valid for local or express bus routes and light rail services.

3. The Curb-to-Curb & Curb Use Dynamic

Unlike fixed-route transit, Metro Micro functions as a shared-ride, curb-to-curb, and door-to-door system using specialized, ADA-accessible minibuses.

• Dynamic Routing: Algorithms match multiple passengers traveling in the same direction into a single vehicle in real time, shifting routes fluidly based on current local demand.
• Dwell Restrictions: Drivers will wait at your pickup curb for a maximum of two minutes before proceeding to ensure system-wide timing efficiency.
• Amenities: Minibuses are uniquely equipped with integrated bike racks for multimodal riders.

4. Step-by-Step Booking Phases

Passengers can request rides in real time through two primary options:

Smartphone App Booking

• Step 1: Download the Metro Micro App via the Apple App Store or Google Play.
• Step 2: Create a personal profile using your phone number and email address.
• Step 3: Input your precise pickup location and destination inside the Brooklyn Park boundaries.
• Step 4: Review real-time minibus availability and confirm your matching ride window.
• Step 5: Track the vehicle live on the app map and walk to the curb when notified.

Call Center Booking (No Smartphone Required)

• Step 1: Dial the dedicated reservation line at 651-602-1170.
• Step 2: Provide the agent with your phone number to look up or open an account.
• Step 3: Verbally give the exact addresses or landmarks for your start and end points.
• Step 4: Confirm the pickup window provided by the agent.
• Step 5: Head to your designated curb ahead of the estimated vehicle arrival time.

5. Regional Connectivity and Hub Interchanges

Metro Micro is strategically engineered to bridge the gap between neighborhoods and regional high-frequency transit lines. Within the zone, you can book direct curb-to-curb travel to vital local employment centers like the Target North Campus, or use the service to connect seamlessly to regional bus lines:

• Starlite Transit Center & Noble Park & Ride: Drop-offs connect you instantly to regional connecting Routes 705, 723, 724, 725, and 768.
• External Travel: Passengers aiming for North Minneapolis or Brooklyn Center should book a ride to these hub points and transfer directly to outbound regional buses.