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.
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The three most disruptive transportation technologies do not use rail or road, and would change the ways humans travel both near and far.
Federal policy changes could address infrastructure spending and address maintenance backlogs by 2030, according to the RAND report Not Everything is Broken.
San Gabriel Valley to get $3.3 billion for transportation if new tax measures are passed
A massive transportation levy proposal in Seattle just got even larger, but the city’s mayor says taxpayers won’t pay any more than he initially proposed
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How a Bigger Ferry System Fits Into NYC Public Transit
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New research indicates sprawl is costing cities significant money and developers should be focused on building walkable communities through smart growth
The Tampa-Hillsborough Expressway Authority has plans to design an automated roadway system to increase efficiency and reduce collisions.
The Indiana Toll Road lease recently received a bid for $5.72 billion marking one of the largest bids for a U.S. public asset across the country
Detroit is working with an analytics startup to identify areas of weakness in its transit networks and create efficient solutions to improve services
Seattle created a Transit Advisory Board to provide the City Council with recommendations on how to improve transportation services in the community
The City of Seattle today accepted $15.5 million in grants to improve walking, biking, transit and street operations
NY transit system bans all political ads on subways, buses
Research indicates access to bicycle infrastructure can greatly boost economic growth in low-income communities
Cities are investing in new technology to take better care of roadways through efficient monitoring and repairs
The latest trend in transportation efficiency centers on smart technology that offers real-time data help reduce congestion while improving safety
New studies and disaster plans are being deployed to identify risks associated with oil transportation and find solutions to mitigate negative impacts
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