Robin Luymes's Latest Articles
Giving Thanks For The Rapid
Tis the season to be thankful and riders of The Rapid have many reasons to express gratitude. From cost savings and convenience to environmental and economic advantages, Greater Grand Rapids' transit system already receives good grades from its users, although many hope to see even more happy returns in the years ahead.
The Rapid: Your Pass to Culture
The Rapid helped bring more than 32,000 art patrons to ArtPrize venues in September and October. There are plenty of bus seats available to help West Michiganders to their favorite cultural destinations year-round, plus cool tools to help you find them!
Oh, the places you’ll go (on The Rapid)
Dr. Seuss' "Oh, The Places You'll Go" provides a rousing message for those entering a new stage of life, celebrating the spirit of adventure and the joy of discovery. The Rapid is helping people in the greater Grand Rapids area achieve their life goals and discover what makes them happy.
MM2030 Task Force Plan Adopted by The Rapid Board
After a year of hard work, the Mobile Metro 2030 Task Force submitted its final recommendations to The Rapid's board which, a month later, adopted them as its long-range plan. RoMan Manufacturing's Bob Roth served as chairman of the MM2030 Task Force and talks about the experience.
The Rapid Recommendations: Do you agree?
Three versions of proposed Transit Master Plans were unveiled at five Public Open Houses this month. Feedback received from hundreds of attendees will help the Mobile Metro 2030 Task Force refine their final presentation to The Rapid's board next week. Opinions varied on the three proposals, creatively named A, B, and C!
Protecting Land, Air, and Water via Mass Transit
Few people disagree that good mass transit is a key to the vitality of a metropolitan area, and The Rapid is sponsoring a series of articles and videos that promotes conversation about what will serve metro Grand Rapids best.
A World of Ideas for Grand Rapids Transit
Few people disagree that good mass transit is a key to the vitality of a metropolitan area, and The Rapid is sponsoring a series of articles and videos that promotes conversation about what will serve metro Grand Rapids best.
