Chapter in "Current Detroit Transit"
Alan Hoback
2013/07
Abstract:
This document reports the findings from Phase Three focusing on the period from 2006/7 to 2013. These years are directly relevant to Detroit’s current op-tions and decisions, and warrant in depth analysis. A number of key develop-ments, such as the beginnings of regional transit planning and governance, M-1 Rail and Ann Arbor Commuter Rail occurred at the start of this “current” period From the Phase Three effort, individuals or subgroups of the team have exam-ined each of six areas, and have written a separate chapter for this report on each area as it relates to the development and operation of effective regional transit systems. (see Table of Contents on next page)
The team will conclude this study with its final report on its Phase 4 and 5 efforts later in 2013.
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