Transportation

Accelerate Colorado supports federal funding of the multi-modal transportation infrastructure projects that will have the greatest long-term impact on our economy; we also support policies that allow for the greatest efficiency in the infrastructure development process.

A safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system is essential to ensure continued economic vitality for Colorado and the United States.  Furthermore, investments to transportation results in jobs now and in the future.  According to a study by the U.S. Department of Transportation, for every $1 billion of federal spending on highway construction nationwide, 28,000 jobs are generated annually.  The same study found that every dollar invested in the nation’s highway system yields $5.40 in economic benefits in reduced delays, improved safety and lower vehicle operating costs.

Accelerate Colorado's 2011 Transportation Asks

• Accelerate Colorado supports RTD’s request for a $1.03 billion Full Funding Grant Agreement for the Eagle P3 project, which includes the East Corridor Commuter Rail Line to DIA, the Gold Commuter Rail Line to Arvada, and a new Commuter Rail Maintenance Facility.
• Accelerate Colorado supports the enactment of a well-funded, six-year, multi-modal surface transportation bill in 2011.
• Accelerate Colorado supports a modification of the federal highway aid program to ensure Colorado receives an equitable distribution of highway funds so that the state may prioritize projects rather than a nationally competitive grant process.
  

For a full description of Accelerate Colorado's Transportation Asks and Background, please click on the full report in the Download section.