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. 

Members of the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) communications team recently visited the Northern Beltline construction site to check in on its progress. During their visit, they captured several detailed photos of the project. 

 An Economic Analysis of Transportation infrastructure Investment from the National Economic Council and the President’s Council of Economic Advisers.

According to AL.com, progress is evident on the first segment of the Northern Beltline between Highway 75 and Highway 79. During a recent tour of the construction site, reporters learned that contractors are preparing the surrounding landscape so that the road can be built.