WeGo Public Transit launches We Go Market partnership at Nashville Farmers Market

The WeGo Market News Conference took place on July 10, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, highlighting a new partnership aimed at enhancing access to fresh produce for the community. The event was held at the historic Memorial Auditorium, a venue recognized for its significance in Nashville's cultural landscape.

Gail Carr Williams, Chair of the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) Board, opened the conference by expressing excitement about the WeGo Market, a collaboration between WeGo Public Transit and the Nashville Farmers Market. She emphasized the importance of this initiative in providing fresh vegetables and local food options to transit riders, downtown residents, and workers. Williams noted that the market not only promotes health equity but also fosters community connections among Nashville residents.

The WeGo Market aims to address the lack of access to fresh produce in certain areas of the city, making it easier for individuals to pick up healthy food options on their way home. Williams encouraged attendees to support local food entrepreneurs at the market, reinforcing the initiative's commitment to improving health outcomes for all citizens through transit-centered solutions.

Following her remarks, Williams introduced Steve Bland, the CEO of WeGo Public Transit, who acknowledged her leadership and the collaborative efforts behind the project. The conference underscored the city's dedication to equitable transit and community well-being, marking a significant step forward in Nashville's commitment to enhancing access to healthy food options.