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Research paper thumbnail of A Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Board 96th Annual MeetingTransportation Research Board, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performancebased planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Review of Sustainability Rating Systems for Transportation and Neighborhood-Level Developments

Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the ... more Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the sustainability of transportation-related projects both in the United States and internationally. These tools provide the ability to evaluate the sustainability of alternative transportation and land development policies, plans, and projects. The tools therefore facilitate the process of making transportation and land development decisions that contribute to community sustainability in practice. This study reviews and assesses approaches to rating the sustainability of transportation systems and neighborhood developments by highlighting the state of the practice, outlining similarities and differences in the existing approaches, and determining which tools are more appropriate for various contexts and when it is valuable to combine different tools. The study also identifies opportunities for improving the existing practice.

Research paper thumbnail of A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools

Resources Conservation and Recycling, May 1, 2017

Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating ... more Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 120. pp. 108-118.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Record, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performancebased planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Improving MPO and SHSO Coordination on Behavioral Traffic Safety: Guide and Toolkit

Research paper thumbnail of A sustainability performance-based assessment too for ecodesign of roads and railways

HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe), May 13, 2018

Addressing the sustainability of transport infrastructures requires exploring the environmental, ... more Addressing the sustainability of transport infrastructures requires exploring the environmental, social, and economic impacts of technological options while balancing the often conflicting priorities of different stakeholders, at an early design phase of the infrastructure delivery process. That is a typical multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) problem, in which the decision-makers need to measure the sustainability through a set of meaningful, representative and quantifiable criteria, balance the relative importance of those criteria and determine the sustainability sequence of multiple alternative technologies for fostering transportation sustainability.

Research paper thumbnail of Georgia DOT Research Project 14-34 Transportation Systems Health: Concepts, Applications & Significance

Research paper thumbnail of A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools

Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 2017

Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating ... more Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 120. pp. 108-118.

Research paper thumbnail of Review of Sustainability Rating Systems for Transportation and Neighborhood-Level Developments

Green Streets, Highways, and Development 2013, 2013

Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the ... more Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the sustainability of transportation-related projects both in the United States and internationally. These tools provide the ability to evaluate the sustainability of alternative transportation and land development policies, plans, and projects. The tools therefore facilitate the process of making transportation and land development decisions that contribute to community sustainability in practice. This study reviews and assesses approaches to rating the sustainability of transportation systems and neighborhood developments by highlighting the state of the practice, outlining similarities and differences in the existing approaches, and determining which tools are more appropriate for various contexts and when it is valuable to combine different tools. The study also identifies opportunities for improving the existing practice.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performance-based planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Transportation System Health Analysis (TSHA): A Corridor-level Study of Georgia's State Routes

Research paper thumbnail of Initial Findings Managing Transportation System Health: Setting Performance Targets and Policies in Non-Uniform Regions and Jurisdictions to Achieve Uniform Statewide and National Objectives Motivation & Objective Methodology

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Environmental Justice on Transportation

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2012

Presidential Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice (EJ) was signed in 1994, and the U.S.... more Presidential Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice (EJ) was signed in 1994, and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued regulatory guidelines for addressing EJ in transportation in 1997. Transportation agencies have since adopted a range of policies, programs, and activities to identify and address disproportionately high and adverse human health and environmental effects of their policies, programs, and activities on minority and low-income populations. On the basis of the relevant literature and structured interviews, this paper assesses how state DOTs are addressing EJ issues in their decision-making processes and identifies common and effective practices. The results show that several state DOTs have implemented public involvement programs and other procedures to assess the burdens of transportation investment. However, fewer agencies assess the equity of benefits, fewer assess outcomes of EJ actions, and fewer still link EJ analysis outcomes with future fund...

Research paper thumbnail of Goal-Oriented Analysis of Transportation System Performance: A Corridor-Level Study of Georgia’s State Routes

Journal of Transportation Engineering, Part A: Systems, 2017

Research paper thumbnail of Evidence-Based Decision Making: Developing a Knowledge Base for Successful Program Outcomes in Transportation Asset Management

Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) and the American Association of State High... more Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Official's (AASHTO’s) framework for transportation asset management (TAM) offer opportunities to use more rigorous approaches to collect and apply evidence within a TAM context. This report documents the results of a study funded by the Georgia Department of Transportation, conducted by the Infrastructure Research Group (IRG) at Georgia Institute of Technology, to link TAM investments to outcomes. The study methodology includes a review of evidence-based approaches from various fields including healthcare, education and organizational management, an “evidence exchange” among transportation practitioners, and several case studies demonstrating how evidence can be gathered and used in TAM. The study identifies attributes of an evidence-based approach that can enhance AASHTO’s existing framework for TAM program advancement and decision making. These attributes are...

Research paper thumbnail of Development of a Prototype Evidence-Based Database and Planning Tool: Applying Performance Management Principles in Asset Management Program Development

Education and Outreach  K-12 STEM Programs o Project CREATE and “Camp Connect” for underrepresen... more Education and Outreach  K-12 STEM Programs o Project CREATE and “Camp Connect” for underrepresented students (UCF) o Georgia Tech Summer 2013 (GT) o Sustainable Smart Cities Youth Champions (UAB)  Summer Enrichment Program for University Students (UAB)  Transportation Boot Camp (GT)  University-level summer courses (FIU, UAB)  Transportation Student Summer Internship Program  Distracted Driving Community Workshop (UAB)

Research paper thumbnail of Livability Performance Measures to Transportation Plans and Projects

From July to September of 2014, teams from the Georgia Institute of Technology and North Carolina... more From July to September of 2014, teams from the Georgia Institute of Technology and North Carolina State University hosted five workshops in the southeastern United States to assist localities in developing performance measures to be used in transportation and comprehensive planning. The workshops were funded by the Southeastern Transportation Research, Innovation, Development and Education (STRIDE) Center at the University of Florida, and leverages the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Community Vision Metrics tool to identify context-specific livability performance measures. This report summarizes the workshop methodologies, results, lessons learned, and concludes with reflections on the project. Detailed summaries of each workshop are included as appendix items.

Research paper thumbnail of STEM and our future transportation leaders

Between 2012 to 2022, 40 to 50 percent of the transportation workforce is expected to retire taki... more Between 2012 to 2022, 40 to 50 percent of the transportation workforce is expected to retire taking valuable knowledge with them. State Departments of Transportation (DOT) are expected to play a significant role in replenishing the workforce pipeline by raising awareness about transportation careers, providing internship and apprenticeship opportunities, supporting workforce development programs and research, implementing mentoring programs for new workers and emerging leaders, and supporting partnerships with education and workforce organizations. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) development is considered a critical priority in the state of Georgia and the nation at large to preserve science and technology efficacy and promote economic competitiveness. This report reviews state DOT involvement in transportation related STEM outreach programs and identifies opportunities to engage kindergarten through high school (K 12) students in STEM programs to enhance the...

Research paper thumbnail of Northside Drive as a Multimodal Developmental Corridor: Transformation from Utilitarian Auto Route to Grand Transit Boulevard

1 Figure 1. Diagram shows the strengths of the core of Atlanta as holding the greatest concentrat... more 1 Figure 1. Diagram shows the strengths of the core of Atlanta as holding the greatest concentrations of people on any given day of any city in the southeast. These include residents, workers, university students , faculty, and staff, and visitors to convention, sports and cultural attractions. Note the transportation system concept to serve these concentrations, anchored by transit oriented development hubs: the Multimodal Passenger Terminal (MMPT) in downtown, the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) site to the northwest, the Arts Center MARTA station at the northeast and the West End MARTA station to the south.

Research paper thumbnail of Equity considerations for long-range transportation planning and program development

Research paper thumbnail of A Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Board 96th Annual MeetingTransportation Research Board, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performancebased planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Review of Sustainability Rating Systems for Transportation and Neighborhood-Level Developments

Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the ... more Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the sustainability of transportation-related projects both in the United States and internationally. These tools provide the ability to evaluate the sustainability of alternative transportation and land development policies, plans, and projects. The tools therefore facilitate the process of making transportation and land development decisions that contribute to community sustainability in practice. This study reviews and assesses approaches to rating the sustainability of transportation systems and neighborhood developments by highlighting the state of the practice, outlining similarities and differences in the existing approaches, and determining which tools are more appropriate for various contexts and when it is valuable to combine different tools. The study also identifies opportunities for improving the existing practice.

Research paper thumbnail of A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools

Resources Conservation and Recycling, May 1, 2017

Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating ... more Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 120. pp. 108-118.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Record, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performancebased planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Improving MPO and SHSO Coordination on Behavioral Traffic Safety: Guide and Toolkit

Research paper thumbnail of A sustainability performance-based assessment too for ecodesign of roads and railways

HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe), May 13, 2018

Addressing the sustainability of transport infrastructures requires exploring the environmental, ... more Addressing the sustainability of transport infrastructures requires exploring the environmental, social, and economic impacts of technological options while balancing the often conflicting priorities of different stakeholders, at an early design phase of the infrastructure delivery process. That is a typical multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) problem, in which the decision-makers need to measure the sustainability through a set of meaningful, representative and quantifiable criteria, balance the relative importance of those criteria and determine the sustainability sequence of multiple alternative technologies for fostering transportation sustainability.

Research paper thumbnail of Georgia DOT Research Project 14-34 Transportation Systems Health: Concepts, Applications & Significance

Research paper thumbnail of A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools

Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 2017

Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating ... more Davide (2017) A systematic assessment of road pavement sustainability through a review of rating tools. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 120. pp. 108-118.

Research paper thumbnail of Review of Sustainability Rating Systems for Transportation and Neighborhood-Level Developments

Green Streets, Highways, and Development 2013, 2013

Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the ... more Over the past 10 years, there has been a proliferation of methodologies and tools for rating the sustainability of transportation-related projects both in the United States and internationally. These tools provide the ability to evaluate the sustainability of alternative transportation and land development policies, plans, and projects. The tools therefore facilitate the process of making transportation and land development decisions that contribute to community sustainability in practice. This study reviews and assesses approaches to rating the sustainability of transportation systems and neighborhood developments by highlighting the state of the practice, outlining similarities and differences in the existing approaches, and determining which tools are more appropriate for various contexts and when it is valuable to combine different tools. The study also identifies opportunities for improving the existing practice.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance-Based Methodology for Evaluating Equity for Transportation System Users

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2017

Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods ... more Planning for equitable outcomes in transportation requires the development of evaluation methods that support the integration of equity in planning processes. This paper presents a methodology for equity evaluation that addresses limitations in current practices by analyzing transportation system outcomes regionally for the full range of demographic groups over time to incorporate the results into performance-based planning processes. This work applied current equity evaluations and a proposed methodology to a case study of the Atlanta, Georgia, metropolitan region. The results illustrate the current methodological limitations and provide an application of the proposed method that shows its ability to address the limitations. The proposed methodology is a comprehensive approach to analyze and characterize transportation system impacts that can be incorporated into performance-based transportation planning at the regional level to improve equity of transportation outcomes.

Research paper thumbnail of Transportation System Health Analysis (TSHA): A Corridor-level Study of Georgia's State Routes

Research paper thumbnail of Initial Findings Managing Transportation System Health: Setting Performance Targets and Policies in Non-Uniform Regions and Jurisdictions to Achieve Uniform Statewide and National Objectives Motivation & Objective Methodology

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Environmental Justice on Transportation

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2012

Presidential Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice (EJ) was signed in 1994, and the U.S.... more Presidential Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice (EJ) was signed in 1994, and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued regulatory guidelines for addressing EJ in transportation in 1997. Transportation agencies have since adopted a range of policies, programs, and activities to identify and address disproportionately high and adverse human health and environmental effects of their policies, programs, and activities on minority and low-income populations. On the basis of the relevant literature and structured interviews, this paper assesses how state DOTs are addressing EJ issues in their decision-making processes and identifies common and effective practices. The results show that several state DOTs have implemented public involvement programs and other procedures to assess the burdens of transportation investment. However, fewer agencies assess the equity of benefits, fewer assess outcomes of EJ actions, and fewer still link EJ analysis outcomes with future fund...

Research paper thumbnail of Goal-Oriented Analysis of Transportation System Performance: A Corridor-Level Study of Georgia’s State Routes

Journal of Transportation Engineering, Part A: Systems, 2017

Research paper thumbnail of Evidence-Based Decision Making: Developing a Knowledge Base for Successful Program Outcomes in Transportation Asset Management

Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) and the American Association of State High... more Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Official's (AASHTO’s) framework for transportation asset management (TAM) offer opportunities to use more rigorous approaches to collect and apply evidence within a TAM context. This report documents the results of a study funded by the Georgia Department of Transportation, conducted by the Infrastructure Research Group (IRG) at Georgia Institute of Technology, to link TAM investments to outcomes. The study methodology includes a review of evidence-based approaches from various fields including healthcare, education and organizational management, an “evidence exchange” among transportation practitioners, and several case studies demonstrating how evidence can be gathered and used in TAM. The study identifies attributes of an evidence-based approach that can enhance AASHTO’s existing framework for TAM program advancement and decision making. These attributes are...

Research paper thumbnail of Development of a Prototype Evidence-Based Database and Planning Tool: Applying Performance Management Principles in Asset Management Program Development

Education and Outreach  K-12 STEM Programs o Project CREATE and “Camp Connect” for underrepresen... more Education and Outreach  K-12 STEM Programs o Project CREATE and “Camp Connect” for underrepresented students (UCF) o Georgia Tech Summer 2013 (GT) o Sustainable Smart Cities Youth Champions (UAB)  Summer Enrichment Program for University Students (UAB)  Transportation Boot Camp (GT)  University-level summer courses (FIU, UAB)  Transportation Student Summer Internship Program  Distracted Driving Community Workshop (UAB)

Research paper thumbnail of Livability Performance Measures to Transportation Plans and Projects

From July to September of 2014, teams from the Georgia Institute of Technology and North Carolina... more From July to September of 2014, teams from the Georgia Institute of Technology and North Carolina State University hosted five workshops in the southeastern United States to assist localities in developing performance measures to be used in transportation and comprehensive planning. The workshops were funded by the Southeastern Transportation Research, Innovation, Development and Education (STRIDE) Center at the University of Florida, and leverages the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Community Vision Metrics tool to identify context-specific livability performance measures. This report summarizes the workshop methodologies, results, lessons learned, and concludes with reflections on the project. Detailed summaries of each workshop are included as appendix items.

Research paper thumbnail of STEM and our future transportation leaders

Between 2012 to 2022, 40 to 50 percent of the transportation workforce is expected to retire taki... more Between 2012 to 2022, 40 to 50 percent of the transportation workforce is expected to retire taking valuable knowledge with them. State Departments of Transportation (DOT) are expected to play a significant role in replenishing the workforce pipeline by raising awareness about transportation careers, providing internship and apprenticeship opportunities, supporting workforce development programs and research, implementing mentoring programs for new workers and emerging leaders, and supporting partnerships with education and workforce organizations. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) development is considered a critical priority in the state of Georgia and the nation at large to preserve science and technology efficacy and promote economic competitiveness. This report reviews state DOT involvement in transportation related STEM outreach programs and identifies opportunities to engage kindergarten through high school (K 12) students in STEM programs to enhance the...

Research paper thumbnail of Northside Drive as a Multimodal Developmental Corridor: Transformation from Utilitarian Auto Route to Grand Transit Boulevard

1 Figure 1. Diagram shows the strengths of the core of Atlanta as holding the greatest concentrat... more 1 Figure 1. Diagram shows the strengths of the core of Atlanta as holding the greatest concentrations of people on any given day of any city in the southeast. These include residents, workers, university students , faculty, and staff, and visitors to convention, sports and cultural attractions. Note the transportation system concept to serve these concentrations, anchored by transit oriented development hubs: the Multimodal Passenger Terminal (MMPT) in downtown, the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) site to the northwest, the Arts Center MARTA station at the northeast and the West End MARTA station to the south.

Research paper thumbnail of Equity considerations for long-range transportation planning and program development