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ColumnWhy working with the wrong tax escrow payment processor can wreak havoc on government operations
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By Niko Spyridonos • April 18, 2024 -
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Electric bus, railcar purchases sought by Chicago-based transit authority
The region’s three major transit agencies are hoping $375 million in Inflation Reduction Act funds will usher along their transition to zero-emission fleets by 2040.
By Dan Zukowski • April 17, 2024 -
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Transit worker safety the focus of FTA plan updates
Meant to address bus collisions, assaults on transit workers and other risks, the updates to Federal Transit Administration rules would also give transit workers more say in workplace safety.
By Dan Zukowski • April 15, 2024 -
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High-speed rail project in Texas gets high-level US, Japan support
The Texas Central project would connect Dallas and Houston using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology. Amtrak announced its involvement in August.
By Dan Zukowski • April 12, 2024 -
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How transit agencies can succeed at outsourcing operations
A new report from the Eno Center for Transportation delves into public transportation best practices for a successful relationship with the private sector.
By Dan Zukowski • April 11, 2024 -
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$20.5B in federal funds for public transit available in FY 2024
The funding will support urban, rural and tribal communities with grants "to start new projects, fix old infrastructure, and ensure fast, safe, convenient service,” the acting Federal Transit Administrator said.
By Dan Zukowski • April 5, 2024 -
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State transportation projects need better Federal Highway Administration oversight: DOT audit
Delays could increase the risk of the 2021 infrastructure law funding not achieving its intended benefits, cautions the audit by the Transportation Department’s Office of Inspector General.
By Dan Zukowski • April 4, 2024 -
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Cities look to AI-powered cameras to keep bus lanes clear
Automated bus-mounted camera enforcement systems from Hayden AI, which will soon be implemented in Los Angeles, enabled faster average bus speeds and fewer bus collisions in New York City.
By Dan Zukowski • April 3, 2024 -
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Government officials, transit agencies get silly on social for April Fools’ Day
Denver is now the 1.6-kilometer-high city. Amtrak has an emotional baggage car. Here are some of our favorite April Fools’ Day jokes posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.
By Ysabelle Kempe • April 2, 2024 -
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$7.5B for transportation and infrastructure projects available from USDOT
The grant programs support projects “so large, complex, and ambitious that they could not get funded under the infrastructure programs that existed prior to this administration," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
By Dan Zukowski • April 1, 2024 -
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Texas court strikes down federal rule requiring states to monitor and set targets for highway GHG emissions
The rule faced swift backlash from state attorneys general after it was issued in November. Supporters of the requirement say it makes the transportation planning process more transparent.
By Dan Zukowski • March 29, 2024 -
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Opinion
What is going on with Vision Zero
Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.In 2019, t...
By Wes Guckert, PTP • March 27, 2024 -
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Strengthening faith in democracy: 2023 Exemplary Public Servant Lisa Deeley
As Philadelphia city commissioner, Deeley has worked to expand voting access and strengthen election integrity.
By Michelle Havich • March 27, 2024 -
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What’s stifling city climate action? Municipal finance practices, one report says
The Boston University researchers highlight how city funding approaches make emissions reduction projects easier to move forward than climate adaptation projects.
By Ysabelle Kempe • March 27, 2024 -
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‘Rural states have unique needs’: Transportation providers spotlight challenges at House hearing
Rural bus operators, members of Congress and other witnesses argued for greater local and state control over transportation policies at a House subcommittee hearing last week.
By Dan Zukowski • March 26, 2024 -
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Column
Local government leaders are combating an unprecedented public trust crisis, new research suggests
Local government leaders are combating an unprecedented public trust crisis, new research suggests
By Mike Bell, Dr. Maria Church • March 20, 2024 -
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Local mandates protecting workers from heat would be banned under Florida bill
The legislation on the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis would block counties and cities from requiring companies to provide workers with water, rest and shade.
By Zachary Phillips • March 15, 2024 -
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Q&A15 minutes with the first state-level chief heat officer
As Arizona shifts its approach to managing extreme heat risk, Eugene Livar wants to bring communities the resources they need without reinventing the wheel.
By Ysabelle Kempe • March 15, 2024 -
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Biden administration asks for 2.7% FY 2025 increase in DOT budget
The Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration and Federal Highway Administration would receive modest cuts over the fiscal year 2024 budget, while the Federal Aviation Administration would get a $2.7 billion increase.
By Dan Zukowski • March 14, 2024 -
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Column2023 Crown Communities Award winner: The Juan Bautista multi-use trail project in Moreno Valley, Calif.
The Juan Bautista de Anza Multi-Use Trail in Moreno Valley, Calif. is nearly eight miles in length from north to south, offering great connectivity to nearby communities, businesses and schools.
March 11, 2024 -
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Automated traffic enforcement is growing. How are cities using it?
Cameras that cities use to catch drivers speeding, running red lights and blocking bus and bike lanes have “public perception and policy obstacles to overcome,” a safety official said.
By Dan Zukowski • March 11, 2024 -
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Arizona names US’ first state chief heat officer, unveils summer 2024 plans
Arizona said it has also hired a statewide cooling center coordinator and will deploy solar-powered cooling centers made from shipping containers.
By Ysabelle Kempe • March 7, 2024 -
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NYC subways get National Guard, state police patrols after high-profile assaults
While New York City Mayor Eric Adams and transit workers applaud the move, others express concerns about racial profiling.
By Dan Zukowski • March 7, 2024 -
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Opinion
The art of dismantling the “unfortunate process”
Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Procuremen...
By Christopher E. Burton • March 6, 2024 -
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Grants and subsidies can help reduce startup costs for government EV fleets
The public sector is making big investments in electric vehicles (EVs) and EV infrastructure.
By Michael Keating • March 5, 2024
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