Bundling projects can lead to less competition and can squeeze out smaller minority- and women-owned businesses in favor of larger national and international firms.
Outcomes
Using a transit route diversity index to measure spatial equity
A recent study by researchers at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University uses a route diversity index to measure resilience and accessibility on a fine scale for planned Mass Transit Railway expansions.
Inequitable street space for transit and cyclists common, even in urbanized areas
A new study shows that transit riders and cyclists have significantly lower surface area allocated to them for exclusive use compared to demand.
Seattle’s reduced parking minimums cut 18,000 stalls and saved over $500 million
Based on costs of providing parking in Seattle, the authors estimate the reduction in parking capacity saved some $537 million.
Fewer stop lines could help agencies save maintenance costs
A 14-year study from the University of Minnesota demonstrates that painted stop bars at intersections have little effectiveness in reducing collisions or influencing motorist stopping position.
Road Designers Can Protect Against Distracted Driving
Important new research shows that road design actually plays an important role in curbing the most dangerous consequences of distracted driving.
Cleveland MPO Will Consider Broad Economic and Equity Impacts of Interchange Projects
The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) has adopted a policy to evaluate whether to fund proposed highway interchange projects based partially on their regionwide economic impacts, which communities will benefit, and which may experience decline and other negative long-term effects as a result.
Quantifying the Space-Time Occupied by Various Modes in an Urban Setting
Planners and engineers need tools to quantify the space allocated to the various travel modes—both when they are moving and at rest. A new paper quantifies space used by transportation modes as a space-time calculation. This is an important tool in calculating the efficiency – or inefficiency – of some modes, as well as in the consideration of equity in use of public space.
More Evidence of Street Grid Rebound and Car Ownership Decline Since 1990s
A new study further illustrates the trend that the streets of the U.S. are becoming more gridded since the 1990s, and that, as streets become more gridded, car ownership declines.
Oregon DOT Plans Improved Outreach to Diverse Stakeholder Groups
An audit by the Oregon Secretary of State shows successes and suggestions for ODOT, including shifting its stakeholder process to include more bicycle and pedestrian groups.