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April / May 2008

Excellence in Motion 2008:
Call for Award Nominations

What moves you? Is your bus driver the friendliest, most helpful person on earth? Have newly accessible bike paths lured you off the couch and back on two wheels? Has a group in your area made it safe to cross the busiest of streets again? Isn't it time they get the recognition they deserve? MTC is seeking nominations for its biennial awards program. Tell us about the people and organizations who have made a significant impact on the safety, efficiency or quality of your daily travels. In addition to searching for a Grand Award winner and several Merit Award winners, MTC is seeking nominations for five special awards:

• Doris W. Kahn Accessible Transportation Award
  Honors a person or organization whose efforts have benefited the elderly or persons with disabilities
• John F. Foran Legislative Award
  Honors a state or federal legislator whose work has had a positive effect on transportation
• Greta Ericson Distinguished Service Award
  Recognizes quality leadership in the transportation profession
• David Tannehill Special Employee Award
  Intended for a transportation employee who goes beyond the call of duty
• Miriam Gholikely Award
  Celebrates accomplishments in the fields of community service, volunteerism, advocacy, leadership and minority affairs

The deadline for entries is Friday, May 23, 2008. You can submit your nomination online at , or call 510.817.5757 to request an application. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in October 2008.

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Contents

• Bipartisan Panel Urges Federal Transportation Overhaul
• In Print: 2007 Annual Report: The Year in Photos
• Facts & Figures Region Holds Steady in Battle to Maintain Roadways; Need for More Funding Urgent
• Excellence in Motion 2008: Call for Award Nominations