The TPB
partnership was founded in 2006, holding its first
meeting on February 16, adopting
bylaws on April 20, and adopting a
work plan on August 17. It states that it "is a partnership leading the establishment and maintenance of a seamless, integrated
transit network for the
Atlanta region.
Specifically, TPB will:
Develop a regional transit plan including a comprehensive financial plan;
Work to improve regional service coordination, including integrating fares, marketing and customer information;
Measure system performance; and,
Advocate for increased federal funding for regional transit."
Members
Some of the following may have changed since 2007.
Concept 3 is the third and final draft of a plan to build an extensive network of
commuter rail,
light rail, and
bus rapid transit by 2030, totaling about 500 miles or 800 kilometers. It was finalized in July 2008 and adopted in August 2008.