A report in MiBiz.com says several West Michigan nonprofits are part of a new statewide coalition whose goal is to improve local economies through transportation policy reform and smart investments in roads and bridges.
According to excerpts from the story:
Making Michigan's towns and economies more robust through transportation policy reform and smart investments in roads and bridges is the ambition behind Transportation For Michigan (Trans4M). The new coalition was announced today during a statewide telephone press conference.
"This coalition is dedicated to establishing public policies that enable more frequent, reliable and affordable transportation options and smart, effective prioritization of upkeep for our existing roads and bridges," said Dan Gilmartin, executive director of the Michigan Municipal League. "To be competitive, Michigan must recognize the vital role that these services play in our economy and our quality of life."
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