Throughout the first half of 2016, the Coalition for Regional Transportation (CRT) has served as a proud member of the Alliance for Alabama Infrastructure (AAI). AAI is a grassroots advocacy coalition that promotes financially-responsible investment in Alabama’s roads and infrastructure. 

Recently, members of the Coalition for Regional Transportation (CRT) team visited the Northern Beltline construction site in Pinson, Alabama. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) coordinated the visit and, throughout the experience, highlighted many of the construction features that have progressed since 2014.

On Tuesday, January 19, 2016, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama dismissed the claim that responsible agencies improperly segmented the Northern Beltline.

Mark your calendars! Come get an update on the state of Alabama’s infrastructure and share your thoughts about the needs for your Region with the Joint Transportation Committee and invited guest ALDOT Director John Cooper.

Nothing is more important to our region as infrastructure, which is directly linked to our safety, economic prosperity, and quality of life. This meeting will provide information and collect input about our local needs related to surface transportation.

On December 1, 2015, CRT’s Executive Director Renee Carter published a guest column for AL.com entitled, “Birmingham’s roads and bridges need serious improvement.” The piece covers regional transportation and economic development, and explores the important role that transportation plays in supporting and promoting economic growth.