Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor wastewater system to undergo renovation
BY STEVE ZOSKI
At last night’s meeting, Ann Arbor City Council took a major step in approving a massive project to overhaul the city’s ailing wastewater treatment system.
At meeting, council delays vote on transit agreement
BY STEVE ZOSKI
At its meeting last night, members of the Ann Arbor City Council once again convened before Ann Arbor residents and Ann Arbor Transportation Authority CEO Michael Ford to discuss a countywide public transportation agreement.
Sustainability a priority for Ann Arbor
- McKenzie Berezin/Daily
BY K.C. WASSMAN
The city of Ann Arbor — also known as Tree Town — has been widely recognized for its environmental and sustainable practices. However, these awards represent just the beginning of Ann Arbor’s sustainability efforts, according to city officials.
University alum’s cake bakery thrives in community
BY MOLLY BLOCK
After discovering her passion for food during a stint abroad in Florence, Italy, University alum Heather Anne Leavitt decided to start her own bakeshop in Ann Arbor — Sweet Heather Anne.
Sustainability Series
Sustainable efforts priority at local businesses
- Austen Hufford/Daily
BY AARON GUGGENHEIM
As the University continues to launch an increasing number of sustainable initiatives in recent years, two long-standing businesses have maintained long-term commitments toward environmental sustainability since their foundations.
Continued project delays frustrate local businesses
- Austen Hufford/Daily
BY CHELSEA LANDRY
The underground parking garage under construction at South Fifth Avenue between East Liberty and East William Streets was expected to be complete by today.
At meeting, Assembly passes medical amnesty, tuition equality
BY GIACOMO BOLOGNA
The Student Assembly of the Central Student Government unanimously passed two resolutions in support of medical amnesty and tuition equality at last night’s meeting.
At forum, officials discuss bike rental program
- Paul Sherman/Daily
BY TAYLOR WIZNER
In an effort to improve conditions for bicyclists in Ann Arbor, the Office of Campus Sustainability and Parking and Transportation Services sponsored a town hall meeting at the Michigan League last night to foster discussion on transportation in Ann Arbor.
ANN ARBOR CITY COUNCIL
Vote on Ann Arbor Transit Authority expansion postponed
BY STEVE ZOSKI
Representatives from the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority joined residents of Ann Arbor and other neighboring cities at last night's Ann Arbor City Council meeting to continue the ongoing discussion on plans for a new countywide public transportation authority.
Latest closure highlights struggle of East Liberty Street stores
BY DANIELLE STOPPELMANN
Sole Sisters, a boutique on East Liberty Street, will be closing its doors at the end of the month — joining the growing list of businesses in the area that have ceased operating in the past few months, including Poshh, This and That, @Burger and Borders.
City Government
AAFD to re-evaluate operating procedures following city report
- Paul Sherman/Daily
BY TAYLOR WIZNER
The Ann Arbor Fire Department is in the process of evaluating a number of its operating procedures in order to better meet national safety standards.
At restaurant week, owners showcase food and service
- Teresa Mathew/Daily
BY CHELSEA LANDRY
Crisp white linen and twinkling crystal are standard décor at Shalimar, the Indian restaurant located at 307 S. Main St., but recently, the upscale scene was interrupted by the addition of a large purple poster advertising the upcoming Ann Arbor Restaurant Week.
AATA holds meetings to gain feedback on transit renovations
- Austen Hufford/Daily
BY STEVE ZOSKI
In preparation for the construction of a new transit hub, the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority held its first feedback session yesterday to give Ann Arbor residents a chance to express their views on plans for improvements in the city.
Café Habana to relocate to Main Street
BY CECE ZHOU
The smells of Cuban and Latin inspired dishes emanating from restaurant Café Habana have been temporarily tucked away until the business reopens its doors at a new location this summer.
ANN ARBOR CITY COUNCIL
AATA plans to add buses countywide
BY STEVE ZOSKI
Representatives from the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority appeared before the Ann Arbor City Council at its meeting last night to encourage approval of a plan for a new countywide public transportation authority.
