Transportation
Transportation is a critical focus for local and state government agencies, involving the planning, developing, and maintaining infrastructure that facilitates the movement of people and goods. Effective transportation systems are essential for economic growth, public safety, and quality of life. This directory provides articles on transportation, including discussions on related topics like Urban Planning, which addresses the integration of transportation networks with community development to create efficient and sustainable cities.
The NTSB, from the chairman to the chief investigator of the Miami pedestrian bridge collapse, is adamant in their search for the partially constructed bridge’s failure.
Drones were used to map a 42-mile section of the nation’s first high-speed rail project in an active, urbanized transit corridor. Use of UAVs in place of traditional surveying brought down project costs and timelines.
A pedestrian fatality that occurred in Tempe, Arizona, after collision with a self driving Uber is under investigation by the NTSB.
Partnership with local smart energy company creates technology that cuts ambulance emissions and conserves fuel
The creative crosswalk is intended to improve pedestrian safety and contribute to the district’s vitality
The city of Omaha has $1.1 billion in transportation infrastructure needs by 2040
Experts weigh in on why cars are hurting municipal efficiency strategies
Their car keys have been as idle as their vehicles, but two city councillors say they’ve enjoyed riding municipal buses for virtually a mont
Their car keys have been as idle as their vehicles, but two city councillors say they’ve enjoyed riding municipal buses for virtually a mont
There are assets that are essential to the nation’s security, public health and safety, economic vitality and way of life
Safety experts say many drivers remain ignorant of move over laws and that states need to do a better job of educating motorists about what’s at stake
Of the top 25 school bus markets, 19 have propane-fueled vehicles in their fleets, including New York, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami and Philadelphia
Of the top 25 school bus markets, 19 have propane-fueled vehicles in their fleets, including New York, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami and Philadelphia
High-occupancy vehicle lanes will be used to ease traffic congestion during the Pan American Games
Lafayette bus customers can now use Google Maps to navigate the transit system and will soon have access to free Wi-Fi as they travel
Copper, essential in operating the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s rail system, now goes for $3 a pound compared with 80 cents a decade ago
Vancouver recently hit another smart growth milestone with upward-spiraling numbers of citizens freely choosing to walk, cycle, and ride public transit
Barry Greenfield discusses his latest trip to Nashville for another Gov1 roundtable event
Vancouver recently hit another smart growth milestone with upward-spiraling numbers of citizens freely choosing to walk, cycle, and ride public transit
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