In partnership with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy (LILP), Greater Ohio Policy Center (GOPC) has been studying statewide, smart growth programs that support legacy city revitalization.
Public Transit: A Lifeline for Communities Throughout COVID-19
New Jersey's Transit Village Initiative: Revitalizing Legacy Cities with Transit-Oriented Development
The New Jersey Transit Village Initiative is an excellent example of how states can utilize policy to support local communities in providing residents with an enhanced quality of life and transportation options. It supports legacy city revitalization by incentivizing growth and economic activity in existing urban centers, supporting public transportation, and promoting sustainable land-use practices.
Butler County's Good Idea: Connecting Employers to Employees with Transit
#OHInvestsInTransit: GDRTA Flyer Service Supports Downtown Revitalization, Gets People Moving
In November 2018, Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (GDRTA) launched The Flyer, a free, downtown shuttle bus service which runs in a continuous loop that stretches from Monument Avenue by RiverScape MetroPark to Irvin Avenue by the University of Dayton. Shuttles arrive at each stop along the loop every 10 minutes or less, with stops at major employment centers, entertainment and dining destinations, amenities, and hot spots.
GOPC Releases 2020-21 Public Policy Agenda: Building a Greater Ohio
GOPC Features on OHFA's Doorsteps Podcast
#OHInvestsinTransit: NEORide Launches Multi-Agency Integrated Fare Collection Solution: EZfare
This new technology improves the speed of boarding the bus, reduces the demands on operators and allows integration with other payment options, including college passes. NEORide is also looking into the integration of a smartcard system for those passengers without access to a smartphone or bank account.
TRAC 101: Understanding Ohio's Transportation Review Advisory Council as ODOT Announces 2020-2023 Major New Construction Program
On November 6, the Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) announced the final list of Major New Construction projects for 2020-2023. Having been temporarily suspended last year, TRAC is back, pushing out $1.1 billion in funding for engineering, design, and new construction projects over the next four years.
