Metro’s $3.5B bond finds strong support in early returns

Voters on Tuesday appeared to bet big on buses, with strong support for approving $3.5 billion for new transit projects that supporters promised is the start of historic investment in the Houston region’s transportation future.
“The public has spoken with a resounding voice for public transportation,” said Andrea French, executive director of Transportation Advocacy Group-Houston Region.
Early returns indicated passage was likely for the proposal, meaning a slew of bus and rail