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3. Support ODOT pilot projects conducted in conjunction with localgovernments to explore <br /> lower cost remedies to traffic and congestion problems faced by cities and counties <br /> across the state. <br /> <br /> 4. Support the use of State Highway Funds allocated to ODOT spent "off system" when it <br /> provides a more cost effective and livable alternative to spending funds on the State <br /> system, and support legislation to enhance flexible uses of these dollars. <br /> <br /> 5. Support changes in ODOT access management policies that enhance community <br /> livability, and oppose attempts to shift costs related to highway capacity to local <br /> government. <br /> <br />D. CONGESTION PRICING <br /> <br /> Traffic congestion can affect the economy and the environment. One strategy to reduce <br /> congestion in growing urban areas may be congestion pricing, in order to shift vehicle travel <br /> times through pricing mechanisms. <br /> <br /> Recommendations: <br /> <br /> 1. Support efforts to implement road pricing methods that significantly reduce congestion. <br /> Support local jurisdictions seeking to implement demonstration pricing projects. <br /> <br />E. FEDERAL FUNDS <br /> <br /> Led by a concerted bipartisan effort of Oregon's congressional delegation, Oregon has <br /> substantially benefited from the Transportation Equity Act for the 21 Century (TEA-21). TEA-21 <br /> maintained provisions that ensure metropolitan areas have direct access to federal funds, and <br /> allows for local accountability in selecting and programming projects. <br /> <br /> Recommendation: <br /> <br /> 1. Work closely with city, county and transit transportation planners to prepare for the <br /> reauthorization of TEA-21, already delayed from 2004. <br /> <br />F. LOCAL FUNDING MECHANISMS <br /> <br /> Revenue tools for transportation have been under attack, as have many other local government <br /> funding tools. During past sessions the gas dealers have worked to eliminate local governments' <br /> ability to levy a gas tax. Now, more than ever, there is a need to preserve local revenue raising <br /> capacity in an environment of increasing maintenance costs and backlog. <br /> <br /> Recommendation: <br /> <br />City of Eugene Legislative Policies, 2005 Session 22 <br /> <br /> <br />