Webinar Series
Where and how we choose to invest in transportation — the second biggest federal discretionary spending category — will have deep impacts on our housing and job markets, public health, energy needs, climate, economic competitiveness, and nearly every other pressing issue facing our country today. Though these connections run deep, many Americans see transportation as a separate program existing on its own because the connections haven’t always been well understood or explained.
In Spring of 2009, we held a series of online discussions with several of our key partners about how reforming federal transportation spending is connected to reducing America’s oil dependency, helping the nation compete and thrive in the 21st century, and bringing opportunity to all Americans. (All other webinars and online discussion are also stored on this page.)
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Conservatives and Public TransportationA handful of experts from differing perspectives discussed the viewpoints shared in a recent book by conservatives William Lind and the late Paul Weyrich called “Moving Minds: Conservatives and Public Transportation.” Author William Lind was joined by Sam Staley from the Reason Foundation, Bill Millar from the American Public Transportation Association, and John Robert Smith of Reconnecting America for the online discussion and debate, featuring a lively question and answer session after the presentations.
“Moving Cooler”
Transportation and Economic OpportunitySpeakers will explore how the transportation sector drives the economy and creates opportunities for American workers. Topics will include the transportation sector’s ability to create jobs and sustain global growth, and the use of transportation as a driver of neighborhood revitalization.
Transportation, Small Towns and Rural RegionsNon-metropolitan areas have unique needs and challenges that require specific transportation solutions. As such, the speakers in this session will look at Main Street economic development and anti-sprawl efforts, access to job centers, and the aging and paratransit.
Transportation and Public Health and SafetyTransportation influences the health and safety of communities by affecting physical activity levels, traffic speeds, and air pollution. This session will investigate the needs of paratransit and transit-dependent populations, the success of Complete Streets and non-motorized transportation programs, and the connections between transportation and active living.
Transportation, Housing, and DevelopmentReal estate development professionals and affordable housing advocates will explore the linkages between transportation and housing development, the shift in housing and real estate preferences and value, and the creation of affordable mixed-use development near jobs and transit.
Transportation and Social EquitySocial equity activists, labor groups, and community development professionals will examine how transportation access and mobility affects basic needs such as healthcare, education, and economic opportunity for millions of Americans.
Transportation, Climate Change, and Energy SecurityWithin the United States, transportation is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Webinar attendees can learn how various modes of transportation impact the environment and energy security, and how our land-use patterns affect vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and air quality.
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- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
March 8, 2010 - Transit riders in Atlanta face massive cuts, “wholesale restructuring” of service
March 5, 2010 - Opposition to Senate extension results in looming shutdown of federal transportation programs
February 26, 2010 - T4 jobs proposal would create nearly half a million jobs, according to Economic Policy Institute
February 17, 2010 - Obama’s 2011 budget gives a lift to livability and transportation
February 2, 2010
- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
The United States of Transit Cutbacks
Driving is down and transit ridership is at record highs. Yet transit agencies across the country are considering layoffs, service cuts and fare hikes. Find out more and learn what you can do to help at t4america.org/transitcuts
Transportation: In your eyes
Send us your transportation-related photos.
