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March 2013 Open Thread
Your March open thread. ODOT will be inspecting MAX lines, after ATU757 provided KOIN-TV with pictures of rails (allegedly) in a state of disrepair. While Portland has been building out its rail system, most “missed connections” (of a romantic nature) in the Pacific Northwest appear to be on the bus. Metro is looking for feedback…
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Where Does VMT Come From?
Speaker: B. Starr McMullen, OSU Topic: Determinants of VMT in Urban Areas: A Panel Study of 87 US. Urban Areas 1982-2009 Abstract: This paper uses econometric techniques to examine the determinants of vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in a panel study using data from a cross section of 87 U.S. urban areas over the period 1982-2009.…
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A Critical Analysis of HB 2800
This bill, which authorizes Oregon State bonds to fund construction of the Columbia River Crossing could be voted on by the Oregon House as early as today, and the State Senate later this week. Our correspondent Joe Cortright has been reading closely: Analysis of HB 2800A Prepared by Joe Cortright February 24, 2013 HB 2800A…
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What TriMet Needs Now: A Really Good Audit
Full disclosure: I was one of the “stakeholders” who got briefed beforehand on the presentation TriMet GM Neil McFarlane gave to the board last week, predicting dire financial straights if TriMet’s labor agreement, particularly health benefits, is not modified. There is clearly a messaging war going on. ATU has an “open letter” to passengers out…