Transportation

Transportation is key to the welfare and quality of life of New Jersey residents. The future of New Jersey’s economy relies on the efficient and sustainable movement of people and goods around the region, yet the transportation sector is the State’s largest source of emissions.

Primary Concerns:

New Jersey does not currently follow a strong “fix-it first” roadway maintenance mandate.
DOT level of service analysis does not provide alternative ways to address capacity that does not default to widening a roadway.
Shared mobility pilots are getting stuck in the pilot phase.
There is no dedicated funding source for NJ Transit in New Jersey’s annual budget.
Policies that center cars before people are prohibitive to biking and walking, making reducing emissions by taking cars off the road more difficult.
Without new sources of funding, state-level electrification and emissions reduction goals will take longer to achieve.

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First 100 Days

Update and formally adopt NJ DOT’s 2009 Complete Streets Policy to include all the benefits derived from strategic road design using 2019 Complete and Green Streets Model Policy with a targeted focus on priority communities and users as defined by model policy.

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Issue a governor’s executive order articulating specific strategies for reducing Vehicle Miles Traveled with clear and measurable objectives and with estimated GHG reduction outcomes. Assign ownership of these objectives to specific state departments to develop actions and timelines.

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Improve interconnection processes that help streamline charging stations and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs); establish rules for communication standards to ensure interoperability and open access for fleets.

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Launch initiatives to incorporate energy storage, other DERs and managed charging solutions with charging stations to maintain stable electrical rates and maximize benefits to all ratepayers.

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Adopt the proposed Advanced Clean Truck rule.

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First Year

Implement alternative roadway uses through policy and capital planning to eliminate the perceived need for additional lanes: identify shuttle and HOV lanes, electric vehicle access and amenities, bicycle/pedestrian paths along highways and bridges.

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Redefine metrics for the need for road widening versus implementing other traffic mitigation techniques first. Explore replacing “level of service” standard with Vehicle Miles Traveled as the metric by which transportation impacts of new development are developed, as other states have done.

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Pursue option for microtransit options for rural and suburban populations underserved by existing transit, including taking advantage of federal funding. In all areas, pursue micro-mobility solutions and shuttle between transit hubs that can improve access.

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Research how to include electric bicycle rebates as part of long-term incentives for electric vehicles at a state level.

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Institute a Bicycle Commuter Benefit for state employees, including metrics on adoption and ways to expand the program.

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Move forward with existing bus depot renovations and other capital projects to capitalize on federal funding opportunities over the next four years, with an emphasis on getting NJ Transit climate- and electrification-ready.

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Host regular and required trainings for all pertinent project management and engineering staff on Complete and Green Streets principles and how they are to be implemented in all projects.

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Incentivize implementation for the adoption of the revised Complete and Green Streets Model Policy, including through additional points on grant applications, and for those municipalities and counties that have existing policies to make appropriate updates.

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Prioritize clean transportation investments in projects that benefit communities most harmed by pollution, with at least 50 - 75 percent of funding from any air pollution settlements, regional emissions reduction agreements, federal funding or similar sources targeted in New Jersey’s more than 300 overburdened communities. Include additional investments in electrifying public transportation like buses and last-mile options.

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Study rural transportation innovation options and improve overall connectivity through installing broadband internet access in all corners of the state.

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Direct the Motor Vehicle Commission to begin collecting odometer readings as part of the vehicle inspection process, to enable the measurement of VMT at the level of the individual vehicle rather than by measuring vehicle counts at the road-segment level.

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Incentivize local, high paying jobs in electrification industries such as advanced manufacturing that target residents of overburdened communities.

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First Term

Follow the fix-it-first mandate to keep existing infrastructure safe and reduce overall maintenance costs as structures continue to age as part of the capital planning process.

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Enact policies and regulations to mitigate the environmental harm from existing roads and bridges, such as using low carbon concrete, green infrastructure practices (e.g. porous pavement) that manages stormwater runoff to prevent flooding and accounts for impact on wildlife.

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Resolve New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC) challenges to allow for bicycle-share advertising opportunities that would fund bicycle share programs.

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Advocate and lead on dedicated funding to NJ Transit to ensure a consistent operating budget.

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Design a holistic approach to bus route redesigns for the entire NJ Transit bus system, including community outreach, accounting for technology changes including electric buses, and connectivity with rail schedule, bike trails and pedestrian infrastructure.

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Make sure project problem screenings include Complete and Green Streets review.

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Vet out all projects on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (with Complete Streets checklist) through a process that ensures Complete Streets principles are agency-wide rather than within one department. Include recommendation for public posting of accepted and exempted projects and remove 20 percent financial exemption.

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Incentivize green streets as part of new or updated stormwater regulations and ensure that environmental regulations help advance alternative modes of transportation rather than prevent their creation. Adjust regulations for sidewalks, bicycle lanes and multi-use paths and trails in projects to ensure there are limited barriers to these types of transportation projects, as well as guidance on best practices to encourage stormwater management.

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Establish a Just Transition Fund and provide workforce development, job retraining and other compensation to workers in fossil fuel-dependent industries as the transportation sector continues to electrify, including those working in manufacturing, maintenance and fueling operations.

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Continue to participate in and explore state-wide or regional approaches to reducing transportation emissions that include state-specific complementary policies, such as joining the Transportation and Climate Initiative Program or creating a Low Carbon Fuel Standard.

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Continue to reduce congestion and employ smart growth strategies to spur density; and additional investments in electrifying public transportation like buses, last-mile options, and increasing funding for municipalities to foster walk- and bicycle-friendly communities.

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Transition to the state fleet having 100 percent light-duty zero-emission vehicles by 2035 and a wholesale transition to zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles, where feasible, by 2045. Direct agencies to achieve the same goals in their policies related to all internal combustion engine car sales.

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Encourage development of innovative business models that offer charging as a service (CaaS) to public and private fleets. Similar to Solar Power Purchase Agreements, these arrangements can result in savings to end use, eliminating upfront investment by entering into a long term contract for fueling, and perhaps vehicles including operation and maintenance.

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