Michigan taxpayers already spend millions to build transit systems in other cities because of Michigan's failure to invest in transit. Michigan receives just 46% of the federal gas tax dollars we pay back for our bus and paratransit systems.
The Michigan Department of Transportation reported this past spring that without increased funding for transit, Michigan will lose out on $100 million in federal funds in FY 2010.
The Michigan legislature must restore the $11.5 million in cuts and identify $20 million in additional revenue for transit to receive these funds.
MPTA, MEC, TRU and others call on the Michigan legislature to restore the $11.5 million in cuts in the FY 2010 budget and identify additional revenue sources to ensure Michigan does not lose out on any possible federal investment.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
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