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On the Horizon: Findings From the Millennial Engagement Survey

A survey of southeast Michigan’s Millennials (residents aged 18-35) has found that young residents’ main concern about their region is inadequate transit. The Millennial Mayors Congress (MMC) distributed the survey, which spanned Macomb, Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties, as part of their regional visioning process. According to the results, 76 percent of Millennials in the tri-county area expressed dissatisfaction with public transportation services. Other key findings related to transit include:


• 76 percent of tri-county respondents also say that alternatives to cars, such as safe bike lanes, public transit and sidewalks, do not meet their expectations.
• 71 percent of tri-county respondents say they never use public transportation.
• 37 percent of tri-county respondents name transit options and flexibility as one of the three most important features of a great place to live and play.
  

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CenterRing
CenterRing is an e-newsletter that features thoughtful perspectives about the most dynamic issues that are influencing the Detroit region. 
 

In the Ring
In the Ring is an eight-page print publication that explores cutting-edge policies and practices that support the vitality of southeast Michigan and its inner-ring suburbs. Well-researched and readable, In the Ring advocates specific policy values and recommendations on key issues for cities, such as labor negotiations, energy and retiree healthcare. If you'd like to receive a hard copy of In The Ring (or two, or ten), please email Monique Tucker.
 

 

The Suburban Hubbub (Archives)
The Suburban Hubbub is a print newsletter from the early days of the Michigan Suburbs Alliance. It explored issues important to inner-ring suburbs in a lively, conversational tone.

Other Publications
Look here for our collection of how-to manuals on intergovernmental cooperation and joint service delivery that focus on specific service areas.