bus rapid transit system
The Rapid reports increased services, success for Silver Line
by (GRTV)
Submitted 12-09-2015 under NONPROFITS
It’s been just over a year since The Rapid launched the Silver Line, Michigan’s first bus rapid transit (BRT) system. The Silver Line connects area suburbs to Grand Rapids to help commuters get downtown quickly. “The whole idea of...
Walk, roll, ride: Active Commute Week is May 12-16
by (Greater Grand R...)
Submitted 05-06-2014 under NONPROFITS
Options for safe, sustainable transportation have become increasingly important as Grand Rapids positions itself as a vital city capable of providing a high quality of life and a healthy and engaged community. Meanwhile, West Michigan companies are...
Overcrowded Rapid buses cause concern for rider
by (Gwendolyn Nathan)
Submitted 11-27-2012 under OPINION
I’m writing this article about an issue that is really becoming a big concern to me and other passengers that ride The Rapid. Since school started this fall, I’ve noticed there seems to be an increasing problem with getting passengers...
Local Elections 2012: Walker Yes talks about transportation proposal
by (Renato)
Submitted 10-31-2012 under NEWS
Our politics beat asked Walker Yes some questions for our Rapidian readers. We hope they help you to get informed about some of the issues surrounding the City of Walker Proposal for Withdrawal from Interurban Transit Partnership. See...
Local Elections 2012: Friends of Transit talks about transportation proposal
by (Renato)
Submitted 10-31-2012 under NEWS
Our politics beat asked Friends of Transit some questions for our Rapidian readers. We hope they help you to get informed about some of the issues surrounding the City of Walker Proposal for Withdrawal from Interurban Transit Partnership....
Mayor wins Climate Protection Award for Grand Rapids
by (mcolborn)
Submitted 07-08-2012 under NEWS
Mayor George Heartwell’s heart for the people of Grand Rapids and his view that caring for the environment is a matter of morals catapulted the city to the top honor as 2012 US Conference of Mayors’ Climate Protection Award Winner for...