Florida Department of

TRANSPORTATION

Office of Policy Planning

Abbreviations in this issue:

5 Es - engineering, education, enforcement, encouragement and evaluation
EPA - Environmental Protection Agency
HUD - Department of Housing and Urban Development
USDA - U.S. Department of Agriculture

1. Passenger Rail Moves Ahead: Meeting the Needs of the 21st Century - This report documents how numerous state transportation departments are delivering high-speed and intercity passenger rail projects that improve travel options, reduce traffic congestion and decrease air pollution.
2. Development of a Methodology for the Assessment of Sea Level Rise Impacts on Florida's Transportation Modes and Infrastructure - This report analyzes findings, including data sources and methodologies used to forecast sea level rise. It recommends that FDOT use the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sea level change guidance for forecasting sea level rise in Florida.
3. Mineta Transportation Institute Reports
   • Promoting Bicycle Commuter Safety - This report provides an overview of the risks associated with cycling to emphasize the need for safety, explains the application of social psychology to bicycle safety, discusses the 5 Es, emphasizes education of bicycle safety and presents a few case studies.
   • Integration of Bicycling and Walking Facilities into the Infrastructure of Urban Communities - This report highlights best practices and identifies program characteristics associated with high levels of non-motorized travel, with an emphasis on bicyclists and pedestrians.
4. Keeping Baby Boomers Mobile: Preserving the Mobility and Safety of Older Americans - This report explores mobility and safety issues for older Americans and presents a set of recommendations for implementing a transportation system that can better serve the safety and mobility needs of older Americans and the population at large.
5. Miscellaneous Reports
   • Supporting Sustainable Rural Communities - This report covers the following topics:
     • How the livability principles support rural communities
     • HUD, DOT, EPA, and USDA programs at work in rural communities
     • Performance measures for success
     • Conclusion and next steps for the Partnership
     • Case studies of federal support for sustainable rural communities
   • Failure to Act: The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Water and Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure - This summary examines the aging water infrastructure in the United States and the unmet funding needs. This study’s findings indicate that investment needs will continue to escalate.