Transportation

There is an inherent emotional reaction to this river, an integral part of the city and of our childhoods. And, yet, it still remains unknown by so many of us—and misunderstood by much of the world.  

Reclamation of the Flint River: A local perspective on our river

There is an inherent emotional reaction to this river, yet it still remains unknown by so many of us—and misunderstood by much of the world.

Latest in Transportation
Eyeing Flint expats, Flint Homecoming planned to show off investment opportunities

The goal is to bring together 100 potential investors who are Flint expats or friends of Flint to show them why it makes sense to build their business and put their dollars here.  

George Wilkinson
Chamber exec George Wilkinson named president of NorthGate packaging company

Wilkinson served as group vice president for the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, overseeing both economic and community growth.

The boys wait, as patiently as possible, for a bite during the Kids Fishing Club event at Buell Lake this month.
Family fun in Flint: Free fishing for kids

Genesee County Parks provides everything: Lakes, fishing rods, bait—even someone to put the worm on the hook (as needed).

Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone works to make it easier for people to live more active lives by ensuring the community is formed around the idea of making activity accessible, safe, and easy.
Some SAGE advice on how to create a healthier community

Program lobbies to make streets and neighborhoods safe and accessible throughout the community to create an environment that promotes active living.

An example of a large farmer's pick box available for home delivery in Flint. Cost: $30.
Only in Flint: Farm-to-front door, fresh food delivery for all

It's ok if you are rich or poor or somewhere in between—you now can have farmers' market fresh fruits and veggies (often locally sourced) delivered right to your door. Choose the $15 or $30 box.

Rides to Wellness started in September 2016 with five cars offering service. Now, there is a fleet of 35 giving 4,000 rides a month. 
When getting to the doctor is half the battle to being well

Unique Flint 'Rides to Wellness' service is seeing massive growth. 

Urban Safety Corps, Flint River Watchers Press Conference, May 1, 2017
Angie McChristian of Flint: An AmeriCorps army of one and one of many

The number of AmeriCorps workers in Flint jumped from 25 two years ago to about 200 this summer. Check out all the work they are doing. 

The Flint Downtown Development Authority Additional plans to install more meters, begin using an app, and renovate the Flat Lot this year.
If you park in downtown Flint, you need to know this

The DDA looks to add more metered parking, upgrade the Flat Lot, and introduce a parking app that will feed the meter for you starting this year.  

Iconic Flint alley lights will be added to Brush Alley near the Capital Theatre—if 30-day, $50,000 fundraising campaign is successful.
Bring more iconic alley lights to Flint: Your help needed

A 30-day, $50,000 fundraising campaign to add strings of street lights to Brush Alley kicks off today. The stakes are high. The goal is aggressive. And the timeline is short.

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