ITD Transporter

6-22-07

Association of Idaho Cities supports increasing Idaho's transportation funding
The Association of Idaho Cities is requesting the legislature invest an additional $200 million annually to improve and maintain the state's roads and bridges. The association endorsed a resolution calling on the legislature to raise the state's fuel tax, vehicle registration and other fees to meet the growing demand on Idaho's transportation system.
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Idaho's First Lady Lori Otter supports Safe Routes to Schools as spokesperson
Guest Opinion: For children, walking or riding a bike, skateboard or scooter is an adventure. For parents and teachers, it can help them encourage a child’s creativity, health and overall happiness. As an educator, I have observed that children who walk to school come better prepared to learn and have fewer behavioral problems. Safely walking to and from school can be a fun, social experience for children.
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ITD reminds Fourth of July party-goers to designate a sober driver
ITD reminds drivers that “buzzed” driving is drunk driving and that Fourth of July party-goers need to designate a sober driver or make alternate transportation plans before holiday celebrations begin.
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West Nile Virus returns to Idaho
Summer brings mosquitoes and yet another season of West Nile Virus outbreaks for the state. The virus was recently discovered in mosquito pools in southwest Idaho. Last year, Idaho led the nation in WNV infections, with approximately 1,000 people suffering from the effects of the virus.
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ITD Mailbox
• A letter of appreciation for District 6
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• A letter of thanks to DMV
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Web pages highlight ITD's revenue challenges
Explosive population growth in the state, increasing transportation demands, soaring construction costs and shrinking revenue projections are critical challenges facing ITD now and in the coming years. Learn more about these challenges and possible solutions by visiting the new Moving Idaho link on the home page of the ITD Web site.
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