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Local Motion offers vision for future of commuting

Choices | July 15, 2013 | By Howard Lovy

Even on “The Jetsons,” hapless George would still get stuck in traffic jams on the way to work. Instead, says the Michigan Land Use Institute, what we need is a new vision for the future of commuting. MLUI wants to begin with a program called Local Motion...

TLD gets an upgrade

TLD | July 11, 2013 | By Bill Palladino

Taste the Local Difference (TLD) has had a decade of success connecting farmers with consumers. The TLD Food & Farm Guide is the iconic symbol of our small-farm community in northwest Michigan. In annual, pocket-sized, editions, it has listed a growing nu...

A Summer of Smart Commuting: Bike-n-Ride

Choices | July 9, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

James Bruckbauer gave an overview of the new Bike-n-Ride program when it debuted on July 1, and now I’m here to share my personal experience....

MLUI saddened, frustrated by fatal hit-and-run

Choices | July 8, 2013 | By MLUI

Everyone in the MLUI office is deeply saddened and frustrated by the violent hit-and-run that occurred in Traverse City last week that resulted in the death of a 29-year-old woman. The Traverse City resident was biking to her neighborhood home near F&M Pa...

Andy Levin: ‘Lean & Green’ Can Help Efficiency, Clean Energy Soar

Efficiency First | July 2, 2013 | By Jim Dulzo

Andy Levin urges local leaders to adopt an ordinance he designed based on a 2010 state law, known as PACE, that would put tradesmen to work on efficiency and renewables projects for local businesses to boost their profits without spending public dollars. ...

‘Bike-n-ride’ Bus Service to Suttons Bay Kicks Off Today

Choices | July 1, 2013 | By James Bruckbauer

Northern Michigan’s robust trail network brings with it one challenge: So many bikes, but not enough space on the bus when you need a lift....

Expanding program measures energy efficiency of homes

Efficiency First | June 28, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

Most people stop and think about the miles per gallon rating before buying a car, but don’t consider the “energy mileage” they get from their homes....

Google Saves Big By Offering Bus Passes, Specialist Says

Choices | June 26, 2013 | By James Bruckbauer

One of the benefits you’re offered on your first day as a Google employee in downtown Ann Arbor is a financial incentive to leave your car at home. Mary Sell told the audience at the Getting Transportation to Work Commuter Summit in Traverse City earlier ...

A Summer of Smart Commuting: The BATA Connection

Choices | June 25, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

Just outside of Traverse City you can find so many wonderful areas to explore. I don’t think that I need to remind anyone that this corner of Michigan is full of unique towns, open farmland, and beautiful wilderness areas....

The Regional Rider: ‘Moving Forward’ Edition

Regional Rider | June 20, 2013 | By James Bruckbauer

If you missed the Getting Transportation to Work Commuter Summit, you missed the best transportation event of the year....

A Summer of Smart Commuting: Hitting the Trail

Choices | June 19, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

I successfully made it out to Suttons Bay this past weekend, and I have some good news and some bad....

Mike Hayes: GLE Co-op Must Heed Calls for More Clean Energy

Power to Change | June 19, 2013 | By Jim Dulzo

Mike Hayes is retired, but he’s not taking it easy. Recently he helped organize Mancelona’s community garden and construction of its new farmers market pavilion. Now Hayes is running for the Great Lakes Energy co-op’s board of directors....

Residents Can Shape Traverse City's Transportation Future

Choices | June 14, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

Smart Commute Week got a lot of people thinking about the ups and downs of transportation in Traverse City. ...

MLUI Position: Cass Road Bridge, existing roads, should be priorities

MLUI News, MLUI Position | June 13, 2013 | By MLUI

The Michigan Land Use Institute and several environmental groups are on record supporting the replacement of Cass Road Bridge as an integral crossing for businesses, residents and local schools. MLUI continues to oppose the Hartman-Hammond project as too ...

A Summer of Smart Commuting

Choices | June 11, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

I celebrated Smart Commute Week by riding my bike to work every day this week—except on Tuesday when I kayaked to work with my colleague Jim Sluyter. But for me, Smart Commuting didn't end on Friday. ...

Central Grade Youth Garden: A Planting Party

Farm to School | June 10, 2013 | By Zoë McAlear

Despite chilly temperatures and the constant threat of rain from the dark skies, Central Grade School was buzzing with activity on June 2nd as teachers and faculty, parents, and students came together to celebrate their new school garden and participate i...

Next Week’s Commuter Summit: Meet the Speakers

Choices | May 30, 2013 | By James Bruckbauer

Traverse City will welcome two special guests for next Tuesday’s Getting Transportation to Work Commuter Summit. Mary Sell is the Commuter Services Specialist for GetDowntown Ann Arbor, and Jeff Tumlin is a national transportation expert and parking guru....

Introducing MLUI Intern Zoe McAlear

MLUI News | May 30, 2013 | By Zoe McAlear

We are happy to introduce our new summer intern, Zoë McAlear. She’ll be helping out in our communications department, so you’ll be seeing her name pop up often over the next two months. Rather than let us tell you about her, here’s a brief introduction in...

Energy Efficiency Pioneers: Who's Leading the Charge?

Efficiency First | May 29, 2013 | By Jim Dulzo

Four different communities—in Virginia, Michigan, and Ontario—have reached the same conclusion: When it comes to making and using energy, it’s time to replace business-as-usual with breakthrough innovation. But each community is also traveling a somewhat ...

The Regional Rider: Commuter Rhymes Edition

Regional Rider | May 17, 2013 | By James Bruckbauer

It's time for bikes and buses 'cause the weather's gettin' warmer. The 19th Annual Smart Commute Week is just around the corner! ...

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