Access to reliable transportation is critical for workplace commutes, accessing child care, and obtaining medical care. Public transportation options are limited in rural areas such as New Albany and Union County, and community meetings connected to the comprehensive planning process revealed an interest in exploring strategies to develop public transportation alternatives.
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner.
M Partner Contact Info
Laura Martin
M Partner Director and Associate Director of the McLean Institute
lemartin@olemiss.edu
662-915-2078
University Faculty Contact
Melissa Bass
Public Policy Leadership
mlbass@olemiss.edu
Local Government / Community Contact
Billye Jean Straud
New Albany Main Street Association
billyejeanstroud@newalbanymainstreet.com; tvainisi1967@gmail.com