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Transportation Research, Development and Technology Strategic Plan
Table 4-11. Milestones for Improving Transportation in Rural Areas and Small Communities
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FY 07-08
FY 09-10
Center for Transportation Advancement and Regional Development
Improved knowledge of transportation and economic development
x
x
Rural Interstate Corridor Communications
Report to Congress
x
Surface Transportation Environment and Planning Cooperative Research
Enhanced knowledge of strategies to improve transportation in rural areas and small communities
x
x
Identify Cost-Effective Solutions to Provide Rural Transportation Services
Demonstrate rural service solutions
x
x
Identify improved transit vehicles for rural applications
x
Aviation and International Policy
Assess economic impact of air service in small communities
x
Cold Region and Rural Transportation Research
Design and build research infrastructure
x
Evaluate research projects
x
Ensure long-term sustainability of research facility
x