PRESIDENT’S BUDGET INCLUDES MAJOR FUNDING FOR HOUSTON LIGHT RAIL

May 22, 2009 • Volume 3, No.4

The Bayou City is a big step closer toward becoming a better connected metropolis – one with an integrated transit system.

President Obama’s administration recently proposed $150 million in its FY 2010 budget for construction of the North and Southeast light-rail lines.

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		METRO’s Scores an“A” on State Audit Report Card

		METRO has made some dramatic improvements in the past four years. Don’t take our word for it. Take it from a recently completed, state-mandated audit of METRO’s performance. learn more >>

		Ride in style. Ride safe. Ride METRO’s Quickline

		Attention METRO riders living near Bellaire Boulevard! Your riding experience is about to get an upgrade in style, speed and safety. And its best part – it won’t cost you a penny more than a regular local route and you get a mascot, too. Starting June 1, take a relaxing and quick journey aboard the 402 Quickline Bellaire. learn more >>

		Revealing the Renwick: Adding to the Solution

		June 1 will be a busy day for METRO as it rolls out another new service in addition to the Quickline – the 32 Renwick Crosstown. And, though it’s not as quick as a bunny, its connectivity can’t be beat. learn more >>

		MPD Heroes Honored

		Donning badges that symbolize courage and uniforms that define their role as protectors – METRO’s men and women in blue were among the celebrated at METRO’s 2008 Department of Public Safety Awards Banquet – a ceremony that also marked National Police Week. learn more >>

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