AATA Adopts New Public Input Policy
At its Nov. 17, 2011 meeting, the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority board adopted a new set of guidelines for receiving input on future changes to routes and fare structures. The board is not currently contemplating changes to fares. However, in a separate action, the board authorized an increase in the frequency on Route #4 between Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.
The new public input policy replaces an older policy that is described in the resolution as “out of date” and not consistent with the way that AATA currently uses public input for decisions on routes and fares, even though the older policy meets the minimum standards required in order to receive federal assistance.
The policy identifies “major” service changes as those affecting more … [Full Story]