Michigan Department of Transportation Unveils New Gateway Bridge; Detroit Regional Gateways Advisory Council Reviews Accomplishments

  Unique public/private partnership is achieving its goals and serves as
           a model for similar partnerships throughout Michigan
      Briefing to take place at Ford Field on June 10, 2003, 10 a.m.

Why: In October, 2002, the Detroit Regional Gateways Advisory Council was established to oversee, recommend and raise funds to enhance the safety and image of I-94. On June 10, members of the DRGAC, and public officials representing the City of Detroit, Wayne County and the State of Michigan will update DRGAC progress and unveil a unique bridge that will serve as a gateway to the Detroit region.

What: The Detroit Regional Gateways Advisory Council (DRGAC) is a public-private partnership established to oversee enhancements to the I-94 corridor between Detroit Metro Airport and downtown Detroit.

  Who:   Remarks will be provided by:
  *  Larry Alexander, President and CEO, Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors
     Bureau
  *  Larry Yost, Chairman and CEO, ArvinMeritor
  *  Gloria Jeff, Director, Michigan Department of Transportation
  *  Lucius Vassar, Director of Corporate and Civic Affairs,
     City of Detroit
  *  The Honorable Greg Pitoniak, Mayor of Taylor
  *  The Honorable Robert Ficano, Wayne County Executive
  *  Paul Hillegonds, President, Detroit Renaissance

  Where:   Ford Field Atrium, 2000 Brush St., Parking Lot 6
           (off St. Antoine. Enter Gate G, walk straight to atrium)

  When:    June 10, 2003
           10 a.m.