Earlier this week, MLUI joined transportation experts, engineers, train advocates, rail companies and decision makers in Lansing at the Michigan Rail Conference.
Road builders admit: ‘We can’t build our way out of congestion’
One of nation’s largest road-building firms, HNTB, recently admitted something transportation advocates have argued for many years: “We can’t build our way out of traffic congestion.”
GT Road Commission To Consider Complete Streets
Grand Traverse County road officials could adopt a policy that would symbolize its commitment to improving roads, reducing traffic congestion, and helping people get around the region efficiently.
The Regional Rider: ‘Kid Friendly’ Edition
Hey transit fans, Looking for a better way to get your kids to summer camp? How about transit? Last month on MyWheelsAreTurning, Ashley Walter shared a story about the wonderful experience she had allowing her daughter and three other kids - all under...
Google maps reveal traffic inefficiencies
A quick Google Maps satellite image reveals the inefficiencies of one of the area’s busiest intersections.
To spur job growth, towns Up North bet on trains
Earlier this week the Traverse City Record-Eagle published a story about this region’s growing interest in freight rail and its potential to revitalize small town economies. And even though we’re just outside the Toronto to St. Louis trade area, this region is well positioned to revive its rail connection to the rest of North America.