March 16, 2010 To: The Honorable Marie Donigan, Chair, and Honorable Members of the Michigan House Committee on Intergovernmental and Regional Affairs From: Transportation Riders United Dear Representatives, Transportation Riders United wishes to commend your leadership in the crucial effort to develop a high-quality regional transit system in Southeast Michigan with your consideration of House […]
Tomorrow, TRU Policy chair Steve Gutterman will be testifying before the Michigan House about the importance of a Regional Transit Authority to: Coordinate all existing transit service (decreasing service gaps and duplication); Advance new transit projects including Woodward light rail, Gratiot rapid transit, and commuter rail; Champion the Regional Transit Plan and its clear steps
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Detroit Mayor Dave Bing is making major decisions right now on his proposed Detroit city budget. He has recognized that the city cannot afford to maintain all of the services they currently provide, so he’s deciding which city service are truly essential and which are nice but not necessary. Non-essential services can expect massive cuts!
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According to the Lansing State Journal, a group of leaders from Lansing, East Lansing and Meridian Township are looking into building a rapid transit corridor along Michigan Ave and Grand River: "Last week, the group announced that rapid transit buses, modern streetcars, or a light rail line – using a dedicated lane – were its
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Be Counted! Every 10 years the U.S. Census counts everyone living in the U.S. Your census form should arrive by mail in the next week. Answer 10 questions – it only takes 10 minutes! Make sure to count everyone in your household. Remind snowbird friends to be counted in Michigan. Census information you provide is
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