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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 […]

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!

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

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

After several years of quiet planning, media leaks, and rumors, the M-1 Rail project now has a public website: www.M1-Rail.com!! There’s isn’t much new information, but it does have good, simple information and a place to sign up for their email newsletter.  Here’s a little of what they have to say: M-1 RAIL is a