Grand Rapids is taking its time joining cities across the U.S. who are building streetcar systems to improve urban mobility and quality of life. Ultimately, the delay threatens to slow the city's redevelopment and hinder economic competitiveness.
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In the 1970's, Rick Gustafson lived near Detroit and conducted automotive research for General Motors. Today, however, he resides in Portland, Ore., and travels the nation helping communities research a very different kind of mobility technology—streetcars. His next stop is this rebounding Midwestern town, which is paying more attention to public transit than any other city in Michigan.
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