tag:kissell.house.gov,2008-09-11:/transportation/10 2009-05-15T21:01:27Z Transportation Requests from Representative Larry Kissell within the last 90 days Movable Type Enterprise 4.24-en tag:kissell.house.gov,2009:/transportation//10.594

The project will create a smart transportation system that will give the city better insight into traffic patterns throughout the Fayetteville area.  The knowledge and information gained will help the city better design traffic signal timing in addition to improving safety along the city's major roadway corridors.  This information can be gathered and applied specifically to the 8th Congressional District.

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This project has regional significance because, when implemented, it will minimize congestion and increase intersection and corridor levels of service along national highway facilities servicing the Concord area.  A large number of critical intersections are at ramps along I-85 (Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways) which is vital to vehiclular traffic and commerce for the southeastern portion of the United States.  Additional benefits include the reduction of vehicle air pollutants which, in turn, improves regional air quality.

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Through improved mobility, safety, security, economic opportunity, and environmental quality, providing public transportation will certainly benefit the 8th District.  Studies have shown that communities that invest in public transportation realize enhanced development and prosperity.  If deemed feasible, community leaders want to provide this service to Monroe and area residents.

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This project has regional significance because it is improving Interstate 85, which is a critical route in North Carolina....

This project has regional significance because it is improving Interstate 85, which is a critical route in North Carolina.

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This project has regional significance because it links Fayetteville with the rapidly growing Town of Hope Mills....

This project has regional significance because it links Fayetteville with the rapidly growing Town of Hope Mills.

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U.S. Highway 74 is part of the National Highway System and is the primary connector between Charlotte and Wilmington. Improving the capacity of the roadway will benefit the region with reduced congestion and improved transportation safety....

U.S. Highway 74 is part of the National Highway System and is the primary connector between Charlotte and Wilmington. Improving the capacity of the roadway will benefit the region with reduced congestion and improved transportation safety.

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This project has regional significance because it is identified as a route on North Carolina’s Strategic Highway Corridor system.

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Charlotte Avenue is one of the major routes to downtown Monroe and experiences severe congestion throughout the day.  The additional lanes will improve mobility and pollution related to the traffic delays in and around downtown Monroe- the seat of Union County. 

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This project has regional significance by improving safety, economic productivity and relieving congestion along NC 3....

This project has regional significance by improving safety, economic productivity and relieving congestion along NC 3.

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This project has regional significance because it is improving Interstate 85, which is a critical route in North Carolina....

This project has regional significance because it is improving Interstate 85, which is a critical route in North Carolina.

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This project has regional significance because it is identified as a route on North Carolina’s Strategic Highway Corridor as well as the North Carolina Intrastate System.
 

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Little Sugar and Mallard Creek Greenway are adopted segments of the Carolina Thread Trail, a regional trail network that will link 15 counties and over 2 million residents in North and South Carolina. The Trail will provide opportunities for transportation,...

Little Sugar and Mallard Creek Greenway are adopted segments of the Carolina Thread Trail, a regional trail network that will link 15 counties and over 2 million residents in North and South Carolina. The Trail will provide opportunities for transportation, tourism and economic development, conservation of open spaces and natural areas, and recreation.

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The proposed Westside project will help alleviate traffic congestion around Lowe’s Motor Speedway, a major motorsports attraction in North Carolina.  It will also allow for the development of a championship golf course as part of the proposed development to take place along the Westside project corridor.

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This facility would have regional benefits as it is adjacent to the main corridor of Hwy. 74, serving as a regional rest area and recreational facility, thus improving transportation safety.  

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This project has regional significance because it is identified as a route on North Carolina’s Strategic Highway Corridor system.

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