Browsing by Author "Schmit, Matt"

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    Analysis of Interstate 405 Traffic Data and Performance Measures, and Recommendations to Improve Corridor Performance
    (2018-01-25) Schmit, Matt; Khani, Alireza; Zhang, Yufeng; zhan4879@umn.edu; Zhang, Yufeng; University of Minnesota, Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo-Engineering; University of Minnesota, Humphrey School of Public Affairs
    This study reflects findings from an independent and objective analysis of traffic data pertaining to performance of Washington’s I-405 tolled corridor. Researchers were asked to describe where the I-405 express toll lane (ETL) facility is working and where it is underperforming by analyzing the accuracy, utility, and limitations of available and applicable traffic data. Further, researchers were asked to compare findings against relevant performance measures contained in state statute. The researchers did a comprehensive study on the speed, volume and travel time on ETLs and General purpose lane (GPLs) based on the loop detector data and transaction data. The conclusions were drawn from the analysis. This data repository hosts the final report of the study as well as all the direct data analysis results that were not able to be included in the report due to length limit, for public sharing and data reuse purpose.
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    Components of an Attractive Minnesota Freight Market - White Paper
    (Center for Transportation Studies, University of Minnesota, 2017-06) Schmit, Matt; Minnesota Freight Advisory Committee
    This white paper represents an effort to identify key aspects of an attractive freight market in Minnesota. Findings are based on approximately 30 individual consultant-led conversations with key stakeholders in Minnesota’s freight industry, including producers that grow, manufacture, and ship product; carriers in trucking, rail, air, and water-based transportation modes; third-party logistics firms that track and contract shipping routes to the nearest nanosecond; and regulators and planners at various levels of government.
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    Itasca County Area Transportation Study
    (University of Minnesota Center for Transportation Studies, 2009-12) Douma, Frank; Fan, Yingling; Robinson, Ferrol; Baas, Gina; Cureton, Colin; Schmit, Matt
    A team of researchers from University of Minnesota’s Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs and Center for Transportation Studies conducted a study evaluating the cost and ease of implementing a variety of options for people to travel within and outside Itasca County, Minnesota. The county presents a challenge to transportation planners, as it is the 3rd largest in the state by land area, but one of the smallest in terms of population. To gain an understanding of the key transportation needs, we held a series of focus groups, listening sessions, and one-on-one interviews, and also conducted background research that included demographic analysis, mapping of the “mis-match” between the location of jobs and where the workers lived, and a national scan of best practices in providing rural transportation. This work resulted in a number of recommendations ranging from improving bike routes and awareness of public transportation, to improving bus service linking Itasca County to Duluth and launching an online carpool service. The recommendations fall into five functional categories: • Policy and Administrative changes • Communications, Education and Outreach changes • Opportunities for Coordination and Cooperation • Operations, Maintenance and/or Service Improvements • Cost Sharing or Saving Opportunities
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    Mileage-Based User Fee Policy Study: Supporting Technical Information
    (Minnesota Department of Transportation, Research Services, 2012-04) Munnich, Lee; Doan, John; Schmit, Matt
    The Mileage-Based User Fee (MBUF) Policy Study Supporting Technical Information document is intended to offer necessary detail regarding the work performed and reviewed as part of the MBUF Policy Study. The document serves to complement the separate MBUF Policy Task Force Report; it summarizes activity within and inputs informing all phases of the MBUF Policy Study process, including findings from: Greater Minnesota listening sessions; 2011 MBUF Symposium in Breckenridge, CO; perspectives from national experts; national expert and transportation finance roundtable events; Internet panel survey of Minnesotans; and additional targeted outreach. The MBUF Policy Study was commissioned by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) to identify and evaluate issues related to potential future implementation of an MBUF system in Minnesota. Under a potential MBUF system, drivers would be charged based on the number of miles they drive, regardless of the type of energy source used to propel the vehicle, instead of being charged by the gallon for fuel consumed in operating a vehicle. Over a period of approximately one year, the MBUF Project Management Team – comprised of individuals from MnDOT and the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, as well as consultants – secured valuable quantitative and qualitative policy feedback, drove completion of several deliverables including development of potential MBUF business models, and staffed a Policy Task Force.
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    Potential Viability of Automated Rapid Transit at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport
    (Minnesota Department of Transportation, 2011-05) Robinson, Ferrol O.; Schmit, Matt; Munnich, Lee
    This research project investigates the status of personal rapid transit (PRT) applications in airport environments, to understand the characteristics and attributes of these systems, to explore the viability of a PRT system in the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, and to prepare a synthesis report and presentation that document the project's findings.