Ann Arbor's vision for high-capacity transit taking shape with possible Connector routes mapped

Ann Arbor's vision for high-capacity transit taking shape with possible Connector routes mapped

By Ryan J. Stanton Political Reporter
Posted on Sun, Jun 23, 2013 : 5:59 a.m.




The vision for a high-capacity transit system in Ann Arbor — either light rail, streetcar or bus rapid transit — is taking shape with preliminary route alternatives now mapped.

Officials behind the Ann Arbor Connector project have released documents showing a series of possible options for connecting some of the city's major activity centers.

Each scenario proposes connecting the University of Michigan's North and Central campuses, while also linking to the university medical center, downtown and Briarwood Mall.

Four partners are involved in the ongoing Connector study: the city of Ann Arbor, Downtown Development Authority, Ann Arbor Transportation Authority and U-M. .....................(more)

The complete piece is at: http://www.annarbor.com/news/connector-vision-for-high-capacity-transit-in-ann-arbor-taking-shape-with-possible-routes-mapped/