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Traffic Congestion Hurts Economy

Posted by: Abhijeet Chavan
Thanks to: Abhijeet Chavan
2 November 2001 - 11:00am

Businesses hurt by congested roads in Southeast Michigan have formed the Michigan Smart Growth coalition to address sprawl.

Southeast Michigan's clogged roadways are causing not only short tempers, but they hurt the state's economy, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation director... Businesses are trying to fight back and have formed the Michigan Smart Growth coalition to address problems associated with urban sprawl and the accompanying traffic jams.

Full Story: Clogged roads hurting economy, MDOT says
Source: The Detroit Free Press, October 31, 2001
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Areas well-served with public transit and nearby jobs and services simply require less travel because residents have the option of walking, riding a bike, taking public transit, or driving.
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