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.
Local governments are looking to increase the amount and safety of commuter bike trails, as demand grows for protected bike infrastructure.
Because Los Angeles expanded its Metro, a light rail stop in Culver City led to transit-oriented development attracting millions in economic development.
New York declared a transportation state of emergency in June, but years of disinvestment have left urbanites longing and plotting for shorter commutes.
Cyclist and pedestrian safety programs could be funded through grants offered by the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.
The city of Columbus has ordered 72 Nissan Leafs, 20 Ford Fusions and one Chevy Bolt for its city fleet, paid for with grant funding.
Bike infrastructure grants from People for Bikes can help offset the costs of state and Federal grant-funded bike lanes and more.
New Jersey’s Local Freight Impact Fund Grant Program offers a way for local governments to improve local roads and bridges for large freight truck use.
Get 2017 school bus rebates for the purchase of new clean diesel school buses, or older buses upgraded to reduce emissions, through the EPA.
The USDOT announced TIGER funding worth over $1 billion to ensure continuity of the program through the next two fiscal years.
The FAA’s Airport Improvement Program awarded more than $318 million in infrastructure grants to 78 airports in 34 states for upgrades.
Utah air quality could improve with UCAIR grants for emissions reductions. Projects may address vehicles, promote telecommuting and create carbon credits.
The joint challenge launched by the FTA and NCMM will provide eight communities with funds to explore mobility challenges to healthcare access.
There is $226M for governments to upgrade or replace bus infrastructure and buses and implement emissions reduction and connectivity technologies.
Find out which grants can help local governments prepare for terrorism response, including $2 million for inner city buses and millions for port and transportation security.
Funded by the FAST Act, Rides to Wellness mobility grants are funding 19 projects in 16 states to enable transportation to healthcare appointments.
Nationwide, FTA is funding mobility on demand projects using innovative mobile platforms for underserved, low income and disabled transportation users.
Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is ready to deploy and test connected vehicles to reduce traffic congestion, improve safety and keep transit moving.
DOT funds Pittsburgh smart transit technology to better control traffic and keep public transit and public safety vehicles moving.
From Boston, Mass., to Seattle, Wash., 18 transportation and freight projects--large and small, rural and urban--will be injected with USDOT funding.
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