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Alternative Transportation Technology Strategies for Local Governments is designed to help local officials develop alternative approaches to power their municipal fleets, and to develop environmentally friendly practices for public transportation systems.

The first case study examines the process Fairfax County, VA undertook to address all active and potential environmental projects and policy needs and to provide a framework to make decisions about associated planning and investment.

Fort Worth, TX and Phoenix, AZ describe in detail how they implemented energy-efficient and environmentally friendly strategies for powering their vehicle fleets. Portland, OR describes initiatives city leaders undertook to increase the use of biofuels in city operated vehicles, as well as efforts to promote alternative transportation options for residents.

We have included information on the Plug-In Partners National PHEV Initiative (PTI is a campaign partner), and Weststart-CALSTART, a non-profit organization that works with the public and private sectors to develop advanced transportation technologies.

The development of this publication was spearheaded by the PTI Sustainability Council, the network of officials representing energy and environmental agencies in PTI member cities and counties. This council has developed a national reputation for its efforts to help local governments address their sustainable development needs.

Price: $25.00 for members and $50.00 for nonmembers.

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03-19-2007     Send a link     Topics:  Sustainability  Transportation     Print version

A Decision Maker’s Funding Compendium for Transportation Systems Management and Operations

Are you aware of the different options and innovative ways to fund the management and operations of your transportation system?

This publication will help you answer these and other questions related to identifying resources for your jurisdiction, state or region.

It highlights twenty-two case studies citing how state and local governments combine different funding resources to meet the needs of diverse transportation programs.

It demystifies what is meant by the term "transportations systems management and operations" and provides examples of how this concept relates to maximizing operational capacity, minimizing impact of incidents, integrating elements of a multimodal system, maximizing safety, integrating the transportation system with attractive, livable communities and strategies that bring it all into being.

The compendium also offers helpful information on existing federal funding sources and provides examples of programs that are eligible to receive these funds.

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11-13-2006     Send a link     Topics:  Transportation     Print version

This case study report on special event planning and management was produced by PTI with funding from USDOT and FHWA.

The useful strategies in the report include cross-boundary leadership needed to direct transportation, law enforcement, emergency management and agency professionals. It is designed to help you and those in your staff who may be involved in planning, managing or operating an event.

The case study format offers an in-depth perspective of the different types of strategies currently used for particular special events across the U.S.

Each example explores the challenges posed by the event, agencies involved, pre-event planning, day-of-event operations and management, the effect on neighborhoods and relationship to other transportation needs.

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12-21-2004     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Transportation     Print version

Public awareness and politicians’ concerns have spurred government agencies in many U.S. cities and counties to reassess the services they provide, the customers they serve and the manner in which they provide services.

Some localities measure, others measure and report, still others measure, report and align these results with their resources and goals. This publication was developed to facilitate the efforts of agencies that are considering performance measurement or planning to further their existing performance management efforts.

Performance Measurement: An Institutional Perspective From State and Local Transportation Agencies combines nationwide research and trends analysis with case studies of local approaches to performance measurement, based on in-depth discussions in several communities.

The report offers city and county government leaders useful approaches and alternatives for establishing an effective performance management culture.

Published 2002. Price: $25.00 for members and $50.00 for nonmembers.

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08-02-2002     Send a link     Topics:  Transportation     Print version

Operations and Management: What Does it Mean for Local Agencies?

This report explains how proponents of operations & management (O&M) employ creative and enhanced technological applications, improved use of traffic information, prescriptive use of public policy, improved connections between transportation modes, benchmarking, interjurisdictional coordination and staff training.

Cities and counties across the United States now use these O&M techniques to ameliorate problems that have accompanied the growth and/or success of the nation’s transportation system.

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12-01-2000     Send a link     Topics:  Transportation     Print version

How Can We Work Together? A Guidebook to Smart Response through Coordinating Local Public Safety Transportation Communications and Technology

When someone needs help in your community, survival may depend on how fast local public safety and transportation agencies can respond. This guidebook seeks to help your community coordinate its deployment of powerful new information and communications technologies for improving both emergency response time and the quality of day-to-day services.

This guidebook was written for local government officials who must provide the leadership to break down turf barriers and encourage local transportation and public safety agencies to engage in cooperative planning, investment, and operations.

Section I of this guidebook introduces local public officials to the range of new information and communications technologies, the benefits they offer, and some current technical challenges and opportunities.

Section II presents case studies which illustrate how public safety and transportation agencies in large and small communities across the country are currently implementing new technologies together. Section III suggests leadership tactics that can facilitate the partnership-building and long-range planning needed to realize the full potential of new technology.

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05-23-2000     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Telecommunications & IT  Transportation     Print version

Choosing the right path for a sustainable transportation policy is a daunting responsibility. Technological innovations are opening up new avenues for local governments and decision-makers, but on the road less traveled, pitfalls and potholes threaten those without direction.

The communities highlighted in this publication have chosen new paths through intelligent transportation systems. By harnessing existing resources with new technologies, ITS propels sustainable local development by enabling communities to use those resources now and in the future.

Sections include Options and Access for Citizens; Better Tools for Moving People; Fair Pricing for Transportation; Moving Goods; Shaping the City; Transportation Planning and Air Quality; Getting ITS Off the Ground, Success Stories and a Glossary.

Published 1998. Price: $12.00 for members and $20.00 for nonmembers.

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06-04-1998     Send a link     Topics:  Sustainability  Transportation     Print version

Slow Down, You’re Going Too Fast: The Community Guide to Traffic Calming is designed for officials who are grappling with the dilemma of how to make streets and roads safer and less combative to pedestrians and bicyclists, while allowing traffic its due course.

The result is traffic calming: Solutions and applications that slow down the frenzied pace of driving in areas where foot and non-automobile traffic is threatened.

Here is all you need to get started in deciphering the recommendations of engineering experts. Here is a collection of stories from municipalities nationwide and how they are blending quality of life, sustainable communities and cost-efficient technology.

Published 1998. Price: $12.00 for members and $20.00 for nonmembers.

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02-06-1998     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Transportation     Print version