In the past decade since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, the concept of resilience has emerged as a new way of thinking about cities, economies and transportation systems. In the immediate aftermath of Katrina, many questioned the future viability of New Orleans whereas in 2014 Forbes rated New Orleans as the #1 Brain Magnet city in America. The creation of a resilient transportation system in New Orleans, including significant pedestrian improvements, over 100 miles of bicycle facilities, streetcar expansion, new buses, the growth of the port, and the establishment of a unique City Assisted Evacuation Plan in partnership with the nonprofit Evacuteer.org have all served as tangible examples of creating a resilient transportation system. This lecture will discuss a decade of lessons since Hurricane Katrina and present ideas for creating a new national framework in transportation policy.

Sponsored by: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST-R), University Transportation Centers Program

 

DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, findings and conclusions reflected in this presentation are the responsibility of the authors only and do not represent the official policy or position of the USDOT/OST-R, or any State or other entity.

 

For more information, contact Denise E. Dunn at denise.e.dunn@dot.gov

 

Sign language interpreters will be available for deaf participants who wish to attend this event.  If you need a reasonable accommodation, please emaildrc.interpreters@dot.gov or phone at 202-366-9433 / TTY: 202-366-6242 at least 3 business days prior to the event.