article_snippet: But too few jobs in the city may not materialize quickly enough for Alison Norris and others who've found local prospects slim, and the lack of reliable public transit is an obstacle that's driving even those who've stuck it out to consider leaving. '
article_snippet: Part of the problem is getting there.
article_snippet: A regional transportation system — separate from Detroit's and primarily serving the suburbs — also has struggled with funding.
article_snippet: There are a lot of people trying to rely on public transportation to get them to a job,' Palombo said. '
highlights_snippet: But lack of public transportation in metro-Detroit makes for long commutes .
  