Author Archives: Secretary Donovan and DOT Secretary Ray LaHood

July 2, 2012

Communities Built to Last

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Cross posted from Fastlane.DOT.gov Americans want transportation choices.  And with the TIGER grant program, we’re committed to investing in innovative projects that deliver those options, whether it means taking public transportation, walking, or driving a car. Last week, DOT joined the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to announce a $14.9 million TIGER grant for the Main [...]

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May 12, 2011

A Strategic Investment: Getting Americans to their Jobs

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Cross posted from Huffpost.com Two years ago, President Obama asked us to form a Partnership for Sustainable Communities, an interagency effort led by the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and the Environmental Protection Agency.  He challenged us to find ways to help build stronger, more economically resilient and competitive communities – and [...]

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