Social - Economic Issues
Economic development. Land development and land use. Sustainability and environmental justice.
Macroeconomic effects of transportation infrastructure. Local and regional competitiveness as it relates to transportation. Measuring transportation investments in economic growth and performance. Modal strategies.
Effects and implications of transportation policies on minority and low-income populations.
Land use planning and control. Environmental and life-style considerations on transportation. How transportation has shaped and can shape urban areas.
Transportation corridor effects of social and economic issues. Present and future services and needs.
Achieving sustainable economic growth, healthy environment and social equity with transportation contributions.