According to Martha Welbourne, Project Director of the Surface Transit Project, the new long-range draft report by the Metropolitan Transit Authority paints an ominous future if steps aren't taken to form regional planning solutions.
"As Project Director of the Surface Transit Project, an effort focused on exploring affordable alternatives to serve the mass transit needs of Los Angeles residents, Martha Welborne is well-versed on the ins and outs of L.A.'s often convoluted transit system. Welborne was also responsible for introducing the Curitiba-style Rapid Bus routes a year ago--lines that so far have shown incredible success for the agency and its riders. So when the MTA released its draft Long Range Transportation Plan this month, [the Metro Investment Report] was more than pleased to get Martha's take."
Thanks to Metro Investment Report
FULL STORY: MTA's Newest Long Range Plan - Martha Welborne Offers a Positive Critique
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