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(Holland, Mich.) March 3, 2010 -- The Macatawa Area Express (MAX) Transportation Authority is a recipient of the 2010 Communitas Award for Excellence in Community Service.

The MAX was given the award for its annual “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive, in which food donations are collected from passengers and the general public to restock the food pantry at Community Action House.  The 2009 food drive resulted in more than a ton of food valued at over $4,500 being collected to help local residents in need.  MAX has sponsored the Stuff the Bus Food Drive for six years.

The Michigan Transportation Team (MTT) has launched an online petition supporting the passage of any legislation that will increase investment in Michigan's transportation infrastructure, including raising vehicle registration fees and user fees on gasoline and diesel fuel.

"We've already collected more than 1,000 signatures calling on Michigan legislators to finally make transportation funding a priority," said Mike Nystrom, vice president of government and public relations for the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (MITA).