Wayne Metro Time Machine

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Wayne Metro's History

1970s

In 1971, Wayne Metro was not known as “Wayne Metro!” Instead, we were called the Communities United for Action, and were located in Taylor, MI. Our founding CEO was Luther Flannigan.

1980s

In 1980, our name was changed to Wayne Metropolitan Community Services Agency. This was accompanied by a move of our headquarters to Ecorse, MI.

1990s

In 1994, the Agency reestablishes itself under a new CEO, Perry Jones. Soon after, in 1998, our last official name change is made to Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency.

2000s

In 2007, Perry Jones retires and our current CEO, Louis Piszker, takes charge. Under his leadership, and through the many incredible efforts of our staff, Wayne Metro becomes the State appointed Community Action Agency for the City of Detroit and Wayne County in 2015. The next year, Wayne Metro finalizes this shift by moving our headquarters to Detroit.

Today

Wayne Metro supports all of Wayne County with more than 70 programs and over 700 employees. We are proud to serve our community as one of the most forward-thinking Community Action Agencies in the entire country!