Monthly Archives: July 2015

I-66 Congestion? Do “Something!”

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Bryan

Like many urban and suburban freeways around the country, I-66 gets congested.  The local politicians want to do something about it.  Sounds great!  Unfortunately there is a disconnect between the desire to fix a problem and the actual solution. Some … Continue reading →

Posted in Tolls, Transportation Planning | 5 Comments

I-66, A Highway Symphony

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Bryan

A few years ago, VDOT produced a creative solution to congestion on I-66.  The road agency proposed and contracted for an “active traffic management system” (ATMS).   The $32+ Million ATMS would use electronic sensors, communications, new cameras, and most … Continue reading →

Posted in VDOT Jenga | Leave a comment

Virginia’s Public/Private Partnership Experience

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Bryan

Public/Private Partnerships (P3) have been in the news a lot recently in Virginia.  The I-495 Express Lanes project was one of the first big P3 transportation deals, followed by the I-95 Express Lanes.  Although both were touted as private industry … Continue reading →

Posted in Government Policy, In the News | 4 Comments

Area Groups To Discuss I-66 & Screen GrowthBusters This Friday 7/10/2015

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Bryan

Transform 66 Wisely is passing along the following event information.  This looks to be an interesting evening with a screening of the film GrowthBusters and a discussion featuring Northern Virginia transportation issues including I-66. The Great Falls Group of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment