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May 23, 2013

Case Study on Metropolitan Area Transportation Planning For Healthy Communities

Case Study about Metropolitan Area Transportation Planning For Healthy Communities

Executive Summary:~ The purpose of this white paper is to identify an integrated and flexible approach to how metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) and their partners can successfully consider aspects of health during the transportation planning process. Based on research including four best practice studies, the white paper proposes a framework for MPOs and partners to use to integrate health into metropolitan area transportation planning.

Case Study on Transportation Planning

The report develops a comprehensive approach both to how MPOs can approach health as a direct, broadly-based goal for their interdisciplinary planning, and how they can consider health during all stages of the metropolitan area transportation planning process. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

Case Study on MPOs Formed Subsequent

A Study about MPOs Formed Subsequent

This page contains a series of case studies about the administrative, policy, and technical development of  Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) that were designated subsequent to the 1990 Census.  Just as the 1990 Census resulted in the designation of new urbanized areas (UZAs), which prompted the need to establish MPOs, new UZAs were defined by the 2000 Census.

Case Study on Formed Subsequent

These new UZAs, in turn, need to form either a new free-standing MPO, or affiliate with an existing MPO if one is adjacent.  The case studies were prepared to assist local and state officials who are in the process of addressing newly designated urbanized areas. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

A Case Study on Building Technical Capacity for Improved Tribal Consultation and Communication

A Study about Building Technical Capacity for Improved Tribal Consultation and Communication

Overview:~ Consultation between the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and tribal governments in transportation planning has been advancing due to coordination and information sharing efforts being initiated both by ADOT and the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA), an association of 19 member tribes. These organizations have been instrumental at building the technical capacity of state transportation planners and tribal members to undertake effective consultations within the transportation planning process. Both ADOT and ITCA have established staff positions to focus on improving state-tribal coordination and have developed internal mechanisms to facilitate communication.

Case Study on Building Technical Capacity

Background:~ Arizona has the third largest American Indian population in the country, following California and Oklahoma. There are 22 Federally recognized Indian tribes in the State, which comprise approximately 5 percent of the total State population. The tribes are characterized by extreme differences in both tribal land holdings and population. For example, while the Navajo Nation had just over 100,000 people living on its land within Arizona, the Fort Yuma-Quechan Reservation had just 36, and four tribes had a population of less than 200 in 2000. Tribal lands are located throughout the State, and American Indians can be found in all fifteen Arizona counties. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

Case Study for Metropolitan and Rural Transportation Planning: Regional Collaboration

Case Study about Metropolitan and Rural Transportation Planning: Regional Collaboration

MPOs serve as the lead transportation planning organizations for areas with a population of 50,000 or more. MPOs are required by federal law to plan for regionally significant transportation projects, manage and mitigate mobile source emissions, and provide other valuable transportation services to their local government partners. Of the existing national network of 385 MPOs, about half are administered or staffed by a regional planning organization, with the remaining MPOs operated within a state, county or city planning office or by a stand-alone nonprofit entity.

Case Study on Rural Transportation Planning

RPOs are voluntary regional transportation planning entities that facilitate the input and participation of local government officials serving areas below 50,000 population in the statewide transportation planning process in many states. Depending on state and local needs, RPOs often work with state and local officials to identify and prioritize transportation project needs on a regional basis, provide technical assistance to local officials, and assist state transportation officials with public outreach and coordination. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

Case Study on Staffing and Administrative Capacity of Metropolitan Planning Oranizations

Study about Staffing and Administrative Capacity of Metropolitan Planning Oranizations

Executive Summary:~ MPOs were formed and structured to accomplish the prevailing planning tasks of the late 20th century. Recent federal legislation and regulations coupled with technology improvements have increased the complexity of MPO activities,requiring increased planning capacity and resources. Identifying effective strategies for maximizing planning capacity and organizational efficiency has become a challenge for MPOs across the country. This research report documents how MPOs have structured their organizations and allocated staff resources.

Case Study on Staffing and Administrative Capacity

MPO organizational structure includes administrative information like governance, host agency relationships, budgeting, and work planning. The report also addresses staffing arrangements, technical skills, use of consultant labor, and employee retention. Effective and unique practices are documented through case studies interspersed in the report. The intent of this research is to help MPO leaders evaluate their staffing and organizational structures in light of their current and an ici pated responsibilities, budget and policy environment. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

A Case Study on Metropolitan Planning Organizations

A Study about Metropolitan Planning Organizations

Background:~ MPOs, representing local governments and working in coordination with state departments of transportation and major providers of transportation services, have responsibility for the regional transportation planning processes in urbanized areas. A core function of MPOs is to establish and manage a fair and impartial setting for effective transportation decision making in an urbanized area. To receive federal transportation funding, any project in an urbanized area must emerge from the relevant MPO and state department of transportation planning process.

Case Study on Metropolitan Planning Organizations

MPOs, which generally have a governing policy board consisting of local elected officials and appropriate state and public transportation officials, facilitate decision making on regional transportation issues including major capital investment projects and priorities. MPOs also generally have a technical advisory committee. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

A Case Study on Oakland Pedestrian Master Plan and Space Syntax Model

A Study about Oakland Pedestrian Master Plan and Space Syntax Model

Context and Background:~ A safe and accessible street network for all ages and all abilities is a key component to creating a livable community. People need to feel safe, both from traffic accidents or hazards, and also from crime. Well designed streets can improve the safety of a neighborhood in both areas. An environment in which people are comfortable using the streets helps build community, prevent crime by adding “eyes on the street”, and facilitates a lively atmosphere.

Case Study on Syntax Model

Designing streets and intersections that are accessible to all ages and ability levels, such as the elderly, children, and people with disabilities, ensures safety, opportunities for physical activity, and a pleasant pedestrian experience for everyone. The vision of the Pedestrian Master Plan is to promote a pedestrian-friendly environment where public spaces, including streets and off-street paths, offer a level of convenience, safety and attractiveness to the pedestrian that will encourage and reward the choice to walk. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

Case Study on Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure

Study about Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure

Abstract:~ This study concentrates on application and comparison of two assessment tools for sustainable building, GBTool and CASBEE. The two tools are used to assess a project, the Holmen multi-family building in Stockholm, Sweden, and its sustainable performance. The role of assessment tools is to provide a platform of communication between different stakeholders to make the demonstration projects can be easily learned about their sustainable success. The communication can result in stimulation on both need of the purchasers and supply of the investors enhances the overwhelming growth of the sustainable building market.

Case Study on Environmental Engineering

Introduction:~ Among various needs of daily life, the built environment constitutes more evident production than other industries such as food, textile, transportation etc. The entire production process of the built environment comprises materials utilization and energy consumption which result in the apparent environmental problems. To reduce the damages of the environment, it is of vital importance to realize how the building production process, including phases of planning, design, construction and operation, influences the environment and how to evaluate the significance among variety of factors. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

A Case Study on Vygotskian Approach In American Early Childhood And Primary Classrooms: Tools Of The Mind

Study about Vygotskian Approach In American Early Childhood And Primary Classrooms: Tools Of The Mind

The authors are responsible for the choice and presentation of the facts contained in this publication and for the opinions expressed therein, which are not necessarily those of UNESCO:IBE and do not commit the Organization. The designations employed and the presentation of the material in this publication do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of UNESCO or UNICEF concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area, or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries.

Case Study on Tools of The Mind

Introduction:~ The Tools of the Mind project began as a search for tools to support the cognitive development of young children. We ended up focusing on the development of a number of teaching tools to scaffold early learning and a unique method of training teachers in how to use these tools. On the basis of the Vygotskian approach, we created a series of tools or strategies to support the development of early literacy, including meta-cognitive and meta-linguistic skills as well as other foundational literacy skills. The results of an empirical evaluation of the project revealed that the strategies had a positive effect on literacy achievement in young children. Keep reading…

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May 23, 2013

A Case Study on Environmental Implications of Oil and Gas Production

Study about Environmental Implications of Oil and Gas Production

Executive Summary:~ Oil and gas exploration and production within the Rocky Mountain region is experiencing rapid growth. The environmental implications of these and other energy production activities are a major area of focus for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the EPA regional office (Region 8) partners with other federal agencies, state agencies, and Tribal governments to provideprimary environmental oversight of oil and gas activities in Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming. In addition, EPA’s national partnership with the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC) is integral to continued communications, coordination, and collaboration regarding environmental oversight of oil and gas production.

Case Study on Oil and Gas Production

Objectives Summarized:~ This report was produced to assist the EPA Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation (OPEI) in assessing environmental impacts associated with oil and gas production in Region 8. The report discusses several state, regional, and national policy initiatives designed to effect environmentally responsible oil and gas production. In addition, the report’s findings are intended to inform current and future agency deliberations regarding oil and gas production nationally. Through this analysis, the EPA Sector Strategies Program seeks to provide new knowledge and insights regarding the environmental releases associated with oil and gas production. Keep reading…

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