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FTA approves Hawaii rail. Parking garage availability drives transit. Gov. Corzine considers gas tax increase for transportation.
FTA approves Hawaii rail
HONOLULU — The Federal Transit Administration approved Honolulu’s proposed rail project to enter the preliminary engineering phase, allowing the city to focus on aspects including refining engineering, construction schedules and financial planning. For the full story, click here.
Parking garage availability drives transit
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Parking garages are becoming crucial to the success of transit lines, developments that emphasize transit and suburban town centers. For the full story, click here.
Gov. Corzine considers gas tax increase for transportation
TRENTON, N.J. — On Monday, Gov. Corzine said he will consider either raising the state gasoline tax during a second term, or shifting money from other programs to keep the fund that pays for transportation projects afloat. For the full story, click here.
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