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August 2009
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In this issue
Study identifies value capture strategies to raise transportation revenue
Current funding and finance mechanisms for transportation face serious challenges. A possible alternative revenue source—value capture—is the topic of a recently completed research project led by CTS.
Minnesota's Mohring honored at international economics conference
Professor emeritus Herbert Mohring, credited with launching transport economics at the University of Minnesota, was honored at the fourth International Transport Economics Conference.
Researchers reveal traffic safety 'hot zones'
Rural transportation safety experts at the University of Minnesota launched a new national service in July to help drivers identify the most dangerous portions of upcoming trips.
Value Capture study featured at transportation funding and finance forum
University of Minnesota research was featured at "The Future of Transportation Funding and Financing Alternatives" forum.
New research reports available (183 KB PDF)
Download a list of research reports written by University researchers and published by CTS, Mn/DOT, the Minnesota Local Road Research Board, and other sponsors since March 2009.
LTAP Roads Scholars honored at maintenance expo
The Minnesota Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP), which is housed at CTS, honored recent graduates of its Roads Scholar program at the annual Spring Maintenance Training Expo.
Executive Committee welcomes new members
At its July meeting, the CTS Executive Committee, announced new members.
TZD conference brochure enclosed
The 2009 Toward Zero Deaths Conference will be held October 28 and 29 in Duluth, Minn.