Transportation is an inevitable part of daily living, people travel either for work or personal reasons. In essence, here is a quick glimpse of the current revolutionary efforts of the US towards their transportation system.
At the moment, the US is facing a major revamp with the recent appointment of President Donald Trump. Transportation supposedly is one of the concerns the government is looking into.
According to Vice, it detailed the meeting of the Mayors from Chicago, Atlanta, Detroit, and Columbus to discuss the future of transportation in the US especially in their areas. In here they talked about three points which will be the anchor of the revolutionary projects.
"Commuting smarter," is the first agenda on the list of all US transportation issues. This deals with change on how people should value the way they travel. Also, the creation of time lessening transits such as new metro lines, and bike fleets.
Moreover, "Fixer Upper" is also subject to the meeting for US transportation system's future. Many cities are really in need now of thorough refit for its road improvements.
According to Wall Street Journal, potholes, uneven roads, highways and outdated bridges are the most common problems in relation to the second point. Modernization and repairs are the answer for it which is now one of the agendas in the US revolutionary transportation system projects.
Nonetheless, "Funding the Future" perhaps is the biggest concern for the US transportation system advancement. To take note, all the above-stated plans will not materialize if there's no money to spend for them.
As stated by Tech Crunch, Elaine Lao is now the latest head of US transportation department. The lady's plan to look into the public-private partnership can surely help a lot if ever on amassing needed funds for all revolutionary ideas.
To conclude, the US government has a lot in stored for everyone about its transportation system. Make sure to stay tuned in Design Times for more latest news.
