Ed felt the rearrangement of agenda would help him better consider Purpose and Need. Tim Hill presented information about the development of ODOT's website to include project information. The CAC voted 5-4 against taking a motion by Steve Story from the Table concerning the possible appointment of a representative from the Meigs Ministerial Alliance to serve as an 11 th CAC member. The CAC instead voted 6-3 to accept Debbie Schmieding as a voting member. Until that time, Schmieding had served as a non-voting, ex officio member representing the League of Women Voters.
CASH supports meeting transportation needs with effective and economical solutions.
CASH agrees that a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure is beneficial to the regional economy, but more roads does not equal more growth and prosperity. CASH favors least cost alternatives, like use of US 50 and Route 7 for the primary four-lane access with modifications to the Ravenswood Connector to improve travel times. Rather, growth of roadway systems may be detrimental. School funding and development of the work force are issues more at the heart of growth opportunity. Favors meaningful, local involvement in the decision making process to reflect regional, county and community desires from Athens or Meigs counties.