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Federal Highway Administration > Publications > Public Roads > Vol. 67 · No. 1 > Articles |
July/August 2003 |
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Articlesby Cynthia J. Burbank During decades of controversy, FHWA and its State and local partners consistently included environmental stewardship as a goal of transportation projects. Nurturing an Environmental Perspective by Ruth Rentch and Rachael Barolsky A scan tour of seven States sheds light on best practices for honoring environmental commitments in transportation projects. by Kreig Larson An in depth look at the NEPA process and ways to expedite it. by Frederick Skaer Federal agencies today are collaborating more effectively on environmental reviews of major transportation projects, thanks to a new Presidential mandate. A New Approach to Road Building by Lori Irving Can a new policy change the way people think about transportation agencies and the projects they deliver? by Chris Corbisier Planning land use with highway traffic noise in mind can help local agencies improve residents' quality of life. by Andy Clarke Accommodating bicyclists and walkers will promote a healthier transportation system, a healthier environment — and healthier Americans. Centering on Environmental Excellence by Kris Hoellen AASHTO is helping State DOTs and others make environmental stewardship and streamlining part of their mission and everyday activities. by Constance M. Hill Across the country, transportation projects play a critical role in revitalizing abandoned industrial properties. Air Quality and Transportation by Gary Jensen Emissions are on the decline, and efforts from the Federal to the local levels will help continue this trend. by Alex Levy The southeastern States share strategies to protect wildlife and fragile habitats. by Cassandra Callaway Allwell A step-by-step guide to practices that States employ to streamline the environmental review process. |
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