"The Plan will identify the vision, goals, strategies and proposed projects for moving both people and freight within the nine county (Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Yuma and Washington) area comprising the Eastern Transportation Planning Region."--P. 7.
Public involvement is a key component to developing an effective Statewide Transportation Plan for Colorado. The information gained from partnering with stakeholders and meeting with interested parties and the general public is used by CDOT to craft informed solutions to transportation issues.
This paper discusses the important role of the private sector in emergency management and explores the interaction of businesses with government agencies during times of disaster.
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) is a critical element in developing a well-rounded transportation strategy. TDM encompasses a wide range of programs and services that make the most efficient use of existing transportation facilities by managing the "actual demand" placed on those facilities. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has developed tools to assist local governments and businesses with TDM implementation.