Metropolitan Transit Authority officials are still modifying the agency’s long-term plan that’s projected to begin with $7.5 billion in improvements, the Houston Chronicle reported . The enhancements would be used to develop 66 miles (105 kilometres) of bus rapid transit and at least 16 miles (25 kilometres) more of light rail. Metro is still reviewing proposals that include a light rail extension to Hobby Airport. As metro officials finish the bus and rail plans, residents will have one last opportunity at a community meeting this month to shape them before the November ballot. “We are headed in the right direction, based on all our community input,” Metro chairwoman Carrin Patman said, citing the response from elected officials, community groups and commenters at dozens of meetings around the area.

Source: thestar June 02, 2019 14:48 UTC