Transit Solutions Require Devolution And User Fees

Robert Poole of the Reason Foundation argues in support of devolved powers for transportation planning and for user fees to support new projects.

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May 2, 2003, 7:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

The state budget crisis has left critical transportation and infrastructure projects vulnerable to severe cuts or indefinite deferment, causing many local and regional economies to brace for an extended period of inadequate infrastructure to fuel economic growth. MIR presents this article by Robert Poole, Director of Transportation Studies at the Reason Foundation, on possible revisions to state laws that would facilitate local and regional infrastructure investment.

Thanks to Larry Segal

Read the full story: Poole: Cutbacks In Public Transit Funds Should Compel Acceptance of User Fees For Transportation

Thursday, May 1, 2003 in The Metro Investment Report

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