Details of Ann Arbor north-south connector study to be presented at meeting, AATA officials say
The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority is inviting the public to learn more about a connector study underway that examines the feasibility of advanced transit options connecting north and south Ann Arbor.
A public forum will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday inside the basement-level multipurpose room at the Ann Arbor District Library downtown.
Beyond improving mobility, AATA officials say connecting the north and south parts of town will enhance economic development opportunities.
During Tuesday's presentation, the study team will share some of its preliminary findings, including information on current and future travel demand, and types of transit technologies being considered, including bus rapid transit and light rail.
The connector study is a partnership project between the city of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Transportation Authority, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority and the Washtenaw Area Transportation Study.
AATA officials said last month they were still working on the north-south connector study to determine whether the Plymouth Road and State Street corridors should be enhanced. Mary Stasiak, community relations manager for AATA, said the connector study will provide valuable input for a countywide transit master plan.
For more information, visit www.aaconnector.com.
Ryan J. Stanton covers government for AnnArbor.com. Reach him at ryanstanton@annarbor.com or 734-623-2529.
Comments
Ryan J. Stanton
Fri, Jun 4, 2010 : 3:45 p.m.
Here's the text of a press release from the city of Ann Arbor: What type of transit do you see running in Ann Arbors future? The Ann Arbor Connector Feasibility Study is one step in the planning process where several local organizations are working collaboratively to think and plan for Ann Arbors transportation future. The Study Management Committee, which includes representatives from the City of Ann Arbor, the Ann Arbor Transit Authority, the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority and the University of Michigan, is hosting a public information session to outline transportation possibilities from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8 at the downtown Ann Arbor District Library. This study builds on the findings from the 2009 Ann Arbor Transportation Plan Update and will help stakeholders consider options as we investigate types of transit technology are feasible in our community, said Eli Cooper, Ann Arbor Transportation Program Manager. The information session will highlight various transit technologies that may be feasible for the greater Ann Arbor area including bus, bus rapid transit, streetcars, light rail transit and personal rapid transit technologies. Citizens are encouraged to attend and learn more transit technologies and options as well as ask questions of the project team who will be available following the form presentation.
Steve Hendel
Thu, Jun 3, 2010 : 10:55 a.m.
Please, somebody tell me; at what point did the AATA become the transit manager for the entire County?
JSA
Thu, Jun 3, 2010 : 8:50 a.m.
To the AATA, stick to Ann Arbor and leave the rest of us alone. We don't want anything to do with you.
Blue Eyes
Thu, Jun 3, 2010 : 8:28 a.m.
I agree with fix the bridges and streets first. If they're just dying to expand, make it worthwhile and expand services to surrounding communities like Saline!
Val Losse
Wed, Jun 2, 2010 : 7:38 p.m.
I agree with the first comment. Besides the bridge the streets are falling apart. Try riding a bike in some of the streets. You get your teeth shaken out of your head. Also there are insufficient bike paths for people to use safely. How about getting the police to enforce the rules for the bikers. I am a biker going through on a green light and almost am hit by a biker running a red light. Oh, yes all our tax money going for what? Who will ride this? Are the buses that full? I guess we'll just have the money printed.
townie54
Wed, Jun 2, 2010 : 6:26 p.m.
how about just putting the money into the stadium bridge