Detroit People Mover gets new station name

DETROIT – A lot of new things are happening with the Detroit People Mover — a fresh source of funding, a new voice welcoming riders and even a new station name.

The station once known as West Riverfront will now by called Water Square. It’s a nod to the new hotel and apartment complex being built on the site of the old Joe Louis Arena.

The station is also a stone’s throw from Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park, which is expected to open later this year.

It was announced on Wednesday during a press conference at the newly named station that Lloyd Jackson from WJR will be delivering all on-board announcements.

Mayor Mike Duggan said with all the new developments popping up around downtown, the people mover will help keep everyone connected.

Officials working with the people mover plan to reach out to riders in the coming months to hear what changes they’d like to see.