Shelby County, Tennessee

“We’ve got to move people around our region and get them more access to jobs.” – Lee Harris, Mayor of Shelby County

Funding for public transportation is a concern for every transit executive. Gary Rosenfeld, CEO of the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), and Lee Harris, Mayor of Shelby County, are working hard to secure a $10 million increase in funding for MATA and the Shelby County area. For this to work, they need the county to invest in public transit for the first time.

MATA is in an interesting position because it serves the entire Shelby County area, and the additional funds will go directly to increasing route frequency throughout the county. Listen to how they purpose to raise the additional funds – maybe you can get some ideas for your region. They also share the importance of transit funding, especially as an attempt to reduce the poverty rate. 

Check out MATA, Shelby County, Transit Vision, or future4transit.com if you want to learn more.

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