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Greater 288 Partnership adds flagship addition with METRO membership
July 12, 2010 - The Greater 288 Partnership has achieved a significant milestone in their four-month history when the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) recently joined the Partnership.
As a major provider of transportation infrastructure planning, METRO's involvement in the Greater 288 Partnership will bring a wealth of knowledge, credibility and influence for the growing organization.
"METRO's new board and management are working collaboratively with groups inside and outside our service area to improve customer service and facilitate better mobility across the region," said METRO's Acting President and CEO, George Greanias. "We will be an active and committed participant in the Greater 288 Partnership as we explore options for building better mobility between Harris and Brazoria Counties."
Partnership Co-founder and Chairman Kevin Cole is equally excited about METRO's new membership. "From the beginning, we have sought to provide a clear strategy for effecting positive change in regional transportation by assembling the key players in the area for input," states Cole. "We had METRO on our membership prospect list because of what they bring to the table - strategic planning, influence, and an overall critical understanding of the regional transportation issues facing the area, including the 288 corridor. The fact that METRO has joined us is a major step in fulfilling the Partnership's mission of directing positive outcomes for the future development improvements of Highway 288, and we welcome their input."
The Greater 288 Partnership continues to add new members to their growing organization. Members enjoy regular quarterly luncheons, involvement in numerous committees, and periodic workshops and seminars. The Greater 288 Partnership will host Congressman Pete Olson at its next luncheon on August 18 at the Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center.
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