Written by: Because We Care - Atlanta South

Henry County Commissioner Bruce Holmes recently met with Marta CEO Keith Parker at Marta headquarters to discuss expansion of rail & bus service into Henry County. Holmes sighted an eye opening study that transit is the biggest driver in business relocations for metro Atlanta. He continued “Imagine if you will a rail line down I-75 in Henry County on to Macon relieving traffic congestion.” Holmes said now is the time for transit in Henry County and he would like to see service in northern Henry County to the Fairview Medical Center as a top priority to serve the residents in his district. I would point out Porsche Motor Cars of North America as well as Mercedes Benz USA said transit was the deciding factor in where they chose to locate. Holmes closed by saying “Henry County needs to move forward with transit preparing to compete in the new global economy.” CEO Parker was encouraged by the proactive steps taken by Commissioner Holmes in their initial meeting echoing ARC Director Douglas Hooker saying Henry County is a key focus for the region at large especially south metro Atlanta.