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Everything old might be new again, allowing more efficient, greener transportation within the State of Ohio and throughout the Midwest. The return of passenger rail to the Columbus Region (and Ohio) just took a big step forward, according to this article from Columbus Business First. Reports indicate that the Columbus Partnership, Experience Columbus, MORPC, and Ohio Rail Development Commission are partnering with American Honda Motor Company, Inc., Intel Corporation, and other corporations to try to make the projects a reality. This collaborative spirit is what makes Columbus special, and fosters growth. According to Business First: "Two lines could go through Columbus – one would connect four Ohio cities and one would connect Ohio to other Midwest cities [including Pittsburgh and Chicago]. ... although [the project is] in step one of a three-step process, passenger rail could be a reality by 2030." What do you think of the initiative?

𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬 A $12 billion high-speed rail project that will connect Las Vegas and the Los Angeles region got underway on Monday when union, federal, and transportation executives met in Las Vegas and drove spikes into a symbolic rail. Read More: https://bityl.co/PV6P #speedtrain #trainproject #connecting #news #trainnews #NewsUpdate #newsdaily #BusinessNews #businessnewsupdates

𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬 A $12 billion high-speed rail project that will connect Las Vegas and the Los Angeles region got underway on Monday when union, federal, and transportation executives met in Las Vegas and drove spikes into a symbolic rail. Read More: https://bityl.co/PV6P #speedtrain #trainproject #connecting #news #trainnews #NewsUpdate #newsdaily #BusinessNews #businessnewsupdates

Planes, Trains, & Automobiles! 🛫 🚆 🚗 We're not talking about the 1987 cult classic but current, real-life transportation and infrastructure policy. Darien Flowers, Dave Schnittger, and Rodney Emery from Squire Patton Boggs will join us for an "Ask Me Anything" webinar on May 7th at 1 pm ET/10 am PT to answer all your questions and share their insights about these sectors. With their extensive experience, they will guide you through the fast lanes of industry change and innovation. Save your spot at the link in our comments. #GovernmentAffairs #PublicAffairs #PublicPolicy #GovernmentRelations #PublicAffairsProfessional #PublicAffairsStrategy #Lobbying #Policy #Transportation #Infrastructure

🚄🌟 Exploring the Future of American Public Transportation: The Brightline Success Story 🛤️ I recently watched an insightful video by Wendover Productions about Brightline, a shining example of successful private passenger rail in the US. As someone deeply interested in American public transportation, Brightline's story resonated with me, especially considering the potential for high-speed rail in the densely populated Northeast. ✨ Key Highlights: 1. 🚄 Innovative Approach: In 2018, Brightline launched its passenger rail service, connecting major metro areas in Florida, a significant step in US transportation. 2. 💵 Funding the Future: Utilizing private activity bonds (PABs) for railway development, Brightline showcases a unique blend of private initiative and public-sector support. 3. ⚖ Tax Advantages & Risks: While PABs offer financial leverage, they also bring concerns about reduced tax revenue and heightened financial risks for states. 4. 👨🔧 Public Service Vision: Brightline emphasizes that passenger rail is more a public service than a business, challenging traditional views on transportation infrastructure. 5. ☀ Promising Potential: Despite challenges, private passenger rail projects like Brightline demonstrate remarkable success and potential in reshaping American transport. 🤔 Reflecting on this, I dream of a day when the Northeast US can boast of high-speed routes stretching from Boston to Miami, connecting not just major cities but also smaller metropolitan zones. The success of Brightline offers a glimpse of what could be possible - a more connected, efficient, and forward-thinking rail network. As we navigate the complexities of transportation infrastructure, stories like Brightline's are crucial. They not only provide successful models but also ignite conversations about sustainable and innovative transport solutions for the future. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eJSfkUtr #PublicTransportation #Brightline #HighSpeedRail #Infrastructure #Innovation #UrbanPlanning #NortheastUS

Highway 413 is a key element of the long-term regional #transportation planning in #Ontario. The highway will create capacity for the fastest growing region in North America, facilitate job creation and economic competitiveness by enhancing the critical movement of people and goods. #infrastructure

Did you know USDOT is currently working on America's first high-speed rail? The 218-mile high-speed rail line, Brightline West, is expected to be complete in 2028 and will operate between Las Vegas, Nevada, and Rancho Cucamonga, California. The rail line will be a fully electric, zero-emission system set to become one of the greenest forms of transportation in America! This project and 60,000 others nationwide are transforming the future of our country's transportation. Additionally, this effort is estimated to support 35,000 jobs, including 1,000 permanent jobs once the line is operational. When discussing the project, Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated, “An estimated 10 million people will one day ride this line yearly....When this line opens there will be a million fewer cars stuck in traffic. So even if you don't use it, you'll be benefiting from the people who do." Learn more about how this project will transform transportation around the country here: https://lnkd.in/eFRr5NNV #News #transportation #highspeedrail #Brightline #innovation

A new #TxDOT study looks into how & why #bats make Texas #bridges & #roads their home & how it can better support them. #transportation #highway #street #stateDOT https://lnkd.in/eNEEeaTg

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