This report probes the potential for the application of the Dutch concept of woonerf, or Home Zone, for the United States, and particularly New...
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Common Grounds Conference Report (2004)
On February 6, 2004, more than 170 invited leaders from the public sector, private industry, and nonprofit organizations gathered in New Brunswick...
Accommodating Pedestrians (2002)
This discussion paper, produced in 2002, focuses on issues regarding the accommodation of pedestrians throughout the state. It is presented in two...
An Evaluation of the “Introduction to Procurement” Course Offered by the National Transit Institute
An Evaluation of the “Introduction to Procurement” Course Offered by the National Transit Institute Robert B. Noland, Nicholas J. Klein, Marc D....
HUD’s Harriet Tregoning to present lecture on Transportation in the New Economy
The Alan M. Voorhees Transportation Center and the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy present The Alan M. Voorhees...
Exploring Transportation, Employment, Housing, and Location Issues for New Jersey Veterans with Disability
Returning military veterans and support agencies must consider transportation access to essential services, lest returning military veterans can...
Exploring Transportation, Employment, Housing, and Location Issues for New Jersey Veterans with Disability
Exploring Transportation, Employment, Housing, and Location Issues for New Jersey Veterans with Disability Stephanie DiPetrillo and Andrea Lubin,...
Seeking Survey Participants for Transportation and Mobility Needs and Barriers for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
VTC and Rutgers CAIT have partnered on an exciting study exploring mobility needs & barriers for NJ adults on the Autism Spectrum. We need your...
Rutgers to host ReelAbilities
The Bloustein School and NJTIP @ Rutgers are pleased to collaborate with Goodwill NY/NJ to present the 2014 Ruth Ellen Steinman and Edward J....
How to Improve NJ’s Quality of Life — 2014 Summer Series of NJ.com Articles
On June 29, 2014, Together North Jersey launched a summer-long engagement series in partnership with The Star-Ledger and NJ.com. The series of...
Recent Publications
The Social Context of Travel
Abstract The authors examine how the social context of a neighborhood can influence activity and travel patterns. Specifically, the authors explore the travel patterns of those living in “neighborhoods of affinity,” where members of a group with strong social ties...
The Evolution of School Siting and its Implications for Active Transportation in New Jersey
Abstract The study examines historical changes in the size and location of schools in New Jersey and their relevance to children walking and bicycling to school. It compares the characteristics of schools, students, and surrounding areas of schools established in...
Measuring Benefits of Transit Oriented Development
This study provides an overview of the beneficial impacts of transit-oriented development – compact, mixed-use pedestrian land uses within walking distance of transit stations. These benefits can lead to more vibrant and healthier communities and provide personal...
Transit-oriented development and the frequency of modal use
Abstract Transit-oriented development (TOD) is assumed to be effective at changing the travel behavior of individuals, particularly in increasing the use of public transit, but also by increasing walking activity while decreasing driving. The analysis presented here...