Program & Proceedings

The 2009 Program & Proceedings was last updated on Mar. 18, 2009.

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Sunday, March 15
6:00-8:00pm	Welcome Reception & Early Registration (Pacific NW Ballroom) Music by Oregon Fiddlers
Monday, March 16
7:00am	Registration (Pacific NW Ballroom)
7:00-8:00am	Breakfast (Pacific NW Ballroom)
8:00-9:45am	Welcome: Bill Wyatt, Port of Portland (Pacific NW Ballroom)
Trade, Ports, Capacity and Investments (Pacific NW Ballroom) Moderator: Keith Hofseth, Army Corps of Engineers Panel: Wesley Wilson, University of Oregon Bruce A. Blonigen, University of Oregon David V. Grier, Army Corps of Engineers Heather Leggate McLaughlin, Global Policy Institute Abstract
9:45-10:00am	Break
10:00-11:30am	Concurrent Sessions 1
Session 1.1: International Transportation Flows (3 Sisters) Chair: Michael Ircha, Association of Canadian Port Authorities Optimization Model for Global Container Supply Chain - Imports to United States Lei Fan, North Dakota State University William W. Wilson, North Dakota State University Denver Tolliver, North Dakota State University Abstract \| Paper A Description Of Cross Border Trips and Crossing Times at the Cascade Gateway and Trade Corridor Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Susan Albrecht, University of Washington Li Leung, University of Washington Abstract Increasing Freight Transportation Efficiency Through the Detroit-Windsor Border Crossing Michael Haughton, Wilfrid Laurier University Abstract Maximizing Opportunity for Service upon Arrival and Minimizing Delayed Departures: A Conceptual Berth Scheduling Policy, Model Formulations and Solution Approaches Mihalis Golias, Rutgers University Maria Boile, Rutgers University Sotirios Theofanis, Rutgers University Abstract Session 1.2: Planning for Safety and Dealing with Emergencies (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Lisa F. McNally, ICF International Integrating Business Continuity and TDM Measures to Ensure Regional Emergency Preparedness and Mobility Lisa M. McNally, ICF International Frank T. Mongioi, ICF International Ryan E. Thompson, ICF International Abstract \| Paper Building a Low-Error Public Transportation System Patrick David O'Neil, University of Nebraska at Omaha Abstract \| Paper Evacuations of Linear Systems Stella So, UC Berkeley Carlos F. Daganzo, UC Berkeley Abstract Expansion of Reporting System Paradigm to the United States Maritime Industry Jeffrey Bixler, USCG/NASA Abstract \| Paper Session 1.3: Planning for the Future in Transit (Mt. Hood) Chair: Kenneth Button, George Mason University Transit Ridership Models: Present Status and Future Needs Grace Gallucci, Regional Transportation Authority (Chicago) John G. Allen, Regional Transportation Authority Abstract The Transportation Crossroads: How Urban Area Characteristics and Demographic Composition Influence Mass Transit Parfait Gasana, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Abstract \| Paper The Accuracy of Transit System Ridership Forecasts and Capital Cost Estimates Kenneth Button, George Mason University Junyang Yuan, George Mason University Matthew Hardy, George Mason University Soogwan Doh, George Mason University Xin Zhou, George Mason University Abstract \| Paper Reimagining the Federal Role in Metropolitan Planning and Decision-Making Daniel Lewis, Bipartisan Policy Center Joshua Schank, Bipartisan Policy Center Abstract \| Paper Session 1.4: Supply Chain Logistics (Mt. St. Helens) Chair: Carl Scheraga, Fairfield University The Role of Promotion in Supply-Chain Management Michael V. Laric, University of Baltimore Peter M. Lynagh, University of Baltimore David Pikman, University of Baltimore Abstract \| Paper Implement RFID in Railroad Industry from Collaborative Transportation Management (CTM) View Ieelong Chen, North Dakota State University Brian Kalk, North Dakota State University Abstract \| Paper Think Inside the Box Haw-Jan "John" Wu, California State University San Bernardino Abstract Performance Differences between Truck Transportation Providers using Market-Oriented and Logistics Capabilities Harash J. Sachdev, Eastern Michigan University Abstract
11:45-1:15pm	Lunch (Pacific NW Ballroom) Keynote Address: "Sociality, Rationality, and the Ecology of Choice" Daniel McFadden, 2000 Nobel Prize recipient in Economics Presentation (PDF, 1190K)
1:30-3:00pm	Concurrent Sessions 2
Session 2.1: Mode Choice (3 Sisters) Chair: Wes Wilson, University of Oregon Evaluating the Factors Affecting Student Travel Mode Choice Meead Saberi K., Portland State University Mohammad Reza Rezaeian, Semnan University, Iran Gholam Ali Shafabakhsh, University of Semnan, Iran Mohammad Reza Ahadi, Transportation Research Institute Abstract \| Paper Developing a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Program Stephanie Bromfield, Trans Associates Engineering Consultants, Inc. Jason Collins, Ph.D, P.E., AICP, Trans Associates Engineering Consultants Naved Siddiqui, El Abstract \| Paper We Built It, Who Came? New Service and New Demanders in Transit Systems Sarah Dickey, University of Oregon Wesley W. Wilson, University of Oregon Abstract Session 2.2: Pricing in Airline Markets (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Joshua Schank, Bipartisan Policy Center The Impact of On-Time Performance on Air Fare Prices in the U.S. Airlines Rodrigo Britto, University of Maryland Martin Dresner, University of Maryland Abstract The Changing Price Elasticity of Demand for Airline Travel David B. Richards Abstract \| Paper Carriers' Price Dispersion in the U.S. Airline Industry Junwook Chi, Marshall University Won W. Koo, North Dakota State University Siew Hoon Lim, North Dakota State University Abstract \| Paper Session 2.3: Issues in the Transportation of Agricultural Products (Mt. Hood) Chair: Jerry Fruin, University of Minnesota Impact of Global Recession on Containerized Agricultural Shipments: A Case Study of Texas Cotton John R. C. Robinson, Texas AgriLife Extension Pei-Chun Lai, Texas A&M University Stephen W. Fuller, Texas A&M University Sharada R. Vadali, Texas Transportation Institute Abstract \| Paper Location Problem for Intermodal Terminal in North Dakota EunSu Lee, North Dakota State University Kambiz Farahmand, North Dakota State University Abstract \| Paper Price Dynamics and Market Structure in Transportation: For-Hire Grain Trucking Along the Alberta-Saskatchewan Border James Nolan, University of Saskatchewan Andrew Laing, Carleton University Abstract \| Paper A GIS-Based Estimation of Regional Biomass Supply and Transportation Costs for Biofuel Plant Least-Cost Location Decisions Hayk Khachatryan, Washington State University Eric Jessup, Washington State University Kenneth Casavant, Washington State University Abstract \| Paper Session 2.4: Riding Green: Environmentally Friendly Passenger Transportation in the Pacific Northwest (Mt. St. Helens) Panel Moderator: Alan R. Bender, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Panel: Perry Solmonson, Horizon Air Scott Bricker, Bicycle Transportation Alliance Eric Hesse, TriMet Abstract
3:15-4:45pm	Concurrent Sessions 3
Session 3.1: Measuring Efficiency in Transportation (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: James Nolan, University of Saskatchewan Indirect Production Function And The Output Effect of Public Transit Subsidies K. Obeng, North Carolina A&T State University Abstract \| Paper Container Port Efficiency and Output Measures Wayne K. Talley, Old Dominion University Abstract \| Paper Ownership Forms Matter for Airport Efficiency: A Stochastic Frontier Investigation of Worldwide Airports Tae H. Oum, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Jia Yan, Washington State University Chunyan Yu, University of British Columbia Abstract \| Paper The Relationship between Competitive Strategy Choice and the Components of Operational Efficiency in the General Freight Segment of the Motor Carrier Industry Carl Scheraga, Fairfield University Abstract \| Paper Session 3.2: The Economy, Transportation, and Location (Mt. Hood) Chair: Anthony Pagano, University of Illinois-Chicago The Burnham Transportation Plan of Chicago: 100 Years Later Joseph DiJohn, University of Illinois at Chicago Karin Allen, University of Illinois at Chicago Abstract \| Paper Transportation and the Housing Crisis: Are They Related? Siim Sööt, University of Illinois at Chicago Joseph DiJohn, Unviersity of Illinois at Chicago Paul Metaxatos, University of Illinois at Chicago Abstract \| Paper Home Prices and Urban Corridors: A Spatial Hedonic Model for Consumer Demand for Housing Kate Ko, University of Minnesota Abstract \| Paper Session 3.3: Transportation Challenges/Opportunities Facing the Agricultural Industry (Mt. St. Helens) Session Organizer: Eric Jessup, Washington State University Panel: Scott Drumm, Port of Portland April Taylor, USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service Matt Harris, Washington State Potato Commission Robert Sinner, SB&B Foods, Inc. Mike Wong, Columbia Grain International Abstract
5:00pm	Chapter Meetings
5:00pm	TRF Council Meeting (Halsey Room)
Tuesday, March 17
7:00-8:00am	Breakfast and General Membership Meeting
8:15-9:45am	Concurrent Sessions 4
Session 4.1: Transportation Measures: Which Ones and How Do we Measure Them? (3 Sisters) Chair: Robert Bertini, Portland State University The Typology and Selection of Sustainable Transportation Indicators Michael Lowry, University of Idaho Thomas Fischer, University of Liverpool Abstract Weigh-in-Motion / Permanent Traffic Recording Site Evaluation Eric Jessup, Washington State University Abstract Can Sensors Be Used to Provide Accurate Travel Time Information? Robert Bertini, Portland State University David Lovell, University of Maryland Abstract Capturing Hybrid Vehicles in HOV Lanes Ram Rajagopal, University of California, Berkeley Hao Zhang, University of California, Berkeley Ali Mortazavi, University of California, Berkeley Pravin Varaiya, University of California, Berkeley Karric Kwong, Sensys Networks, Inc. Sheilon Wunder, National Instruments Corp Abstract Session 4.2: Maritime Port Issues (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: William Laventhal, Rutgers University Modeling the Empty Container "Street-Turn" Problem: A Formulation Reflecting Time Windows at Consignees and Shippers Sotirios Theofanis, Rutgers University An Exploratory Analysis of Collisions, Allisions, and Groundings in U.S. Navigable Waters Marc A. Thibault, United States Coast Guard CDR Erik A. Anderson, United States Coast Guard Abstract Earnings and Expenses of Drayage Drivers at California's Port: Implications for Clean Air Kristen Monaco, CSULB Abstract Trends in Global Port Operations and Their Influence on Port Labor: Challenges and Implications for U.S. East Coast Longshoremen William Laventhal, Rutgers University Abstract \| Paper Session 4.3: Determinants of Motor Vehicle Accidents (Mt. Hood) Chair: Ralph Craft, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, USDOT A Driver-Focused Truck Crash Prediction Model Koray Ozpolat, University of Maryland David E. Cantor, University of North Florida Curtis M. Grimm, University of Maryland Thomas M. Corsi, University of Maryland Abstract Why Large Trucks and Passenger Vehicles Collide Ralph Harry Craft, FMCSA, US DOT Abstract State Variation in Determinants of Motor Vehicle Fatalities Michael W. Babcock, Kansas State University Phillip G. Gayle, Kansas State University Abstract \| Paper Economics and Safety in the Log Trucking Industry in Washington Ken Casavant, Washington State University Larry Mason, University of Washington, larrym@u.washington.edu Diem Nguyen, Washington State University, thindiem@wsu.edu Eric Jessup, Washington State University Abstract \| Paper
10:00-11:30am	Concurrent Sessions 5
Session 5.1: Private-Public Partnerships: Theory and Evidence (3 Sisters) Chair: John Wu, California State University-San Bernadino Highway Leasing and Club Theory William Huneke, Surface Transportation Board Abstract \| Paper Transportation Finance, Public Private Partnerships, Risk Allocation and Contingent Liabilities: Case Evidence from a Specific Type of PPP Venture from Texas Rafael M. Aldrete, CIITR, Texas Transportation Institute Sharada Vadali, Texas Transportation Institute Abstract Toward the Betterment of Risk Allocation: Investigating Risk Perceptions of Australian Stakeholder Groups to Public-Private-Partnership Tollroad Projects Demi Chung, University of New South Wales Australia David Hensher, University of Sydney John Rose, University of Sydney Abstract \| Paper Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in Transportation: An Analysis of Alternatives Anthony M. Pagano, University of Illinois at Chicago Abstract \| Paper Session 5.2: Policies to Improve Highway Safety (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Ken Casavant, Washington State University Can Lane Discipline Decrease the Sensitivity of Freeway Fatality Rates to Increases in Speed Limits? Reinhard Clever, thinkMetric.com Abstract \| Paper A Policy Recommendation for the Reduction of Tree Crashes Christine E. Conron, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Chiara Silvestri, Ph.D., Worcester Polytechnic Institute Malcolm H. Ray, P.E., Ph.D., Worcester Polytechnic Institute Abstract \| Paper Developing Methods to Reduce and Prevent Vehicle Backing Accidents Sarah Duffy, University of California Berkeley Doug Cooper, University of California Berkeley David Ragland, University of California Berkeley Glenn Shor, University of California Berkeley Abstract \| Paper Session 5.3: Planning for Bus and Rail in Passenger Transportation Systems (Mt. Hood) Chair: Joseph DiJohn, University of Illinois-Chicago Planning for Dedicated Bus Lanes on Roads Carrying Highly Heterogeneous Traffic Dr. Venkatachalam Thamizh Arasan, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India Perumal Vedagiri, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India Abstract \| Paper Operational Cost Efficiency of Bus versus Heavy Rail: A Temporal and Regional Analysis Ashley Haire, The University of Texas at Austin Randy Machemehl, The University of Texas at Austin Alison Mills, The University of Texas at Austin Abstract \| Paper Density and LRT: The Case of Canberra, Australia Cameron Elliott Gordon, University of Canberra Abstract \| Paper Session 5.4: Aviation Technology (Mt. St. Helens) Chair: Richard Gritta, University of Portland Investigation Of Existing Engineered Material Arresting System At Three U.S. Airports Chun-Hsing Ho, University of Utah Pedro Romero, University of Utah Abstract \| Paper Cockpit Systems Design and Pleasure of Flying: From Conception to Realization Pascal Alberti, Université de Technologie de Compiégne Mustapha Mouloua, University of Central Florida Pierre-Henri Dejean, Université de Technologie de Compiégne Abstract \| Paper Managing Change: "A Human Factors Study Investigating the Impact of Strategic Decisions on Personnel and Processes in U.S. Airline Operations" An Invitation to a Safer Air Transportation System Dujuan B. Sevillian, The Boeing Company Abstract \| Paper
11:45-1:15pm	Lunch (Pacific NW Ballroom)
Funding Transportation Infrastructure (Pacific NW Ballroom) Chair: Ken Button, George Mason University Panel: Genevieve Giuliano, University of Southern California Joung H. Lee, AASHTO Jack L. Schenendorf, Of Counsel, Covington & Burling, LLP
1:30-3:30pm	Concurrent Sessions 6
Session 6.1: State Level Transportation Analysis (3 Sisters) Chair: Carl Martland, Transportation Consultant Managing Complex Data Flows in the Wisconsin Lane Closure System Michael Runnels, University of Wisconsin - Madison Steven Parker, Ph.D., University Wisconsin - Madison David Noyce, Ph.D., University Wisconsin - Madison Yang Cheng, University Wisconsin - Madison Abstract \| Paper Disaggregating FAF2 Data for California Sarah Aly, University of California Irvine Amelia Regan, University of California Irvine Abstract \| Paper GreenSTEP: Greenhouse Gas State Transportation Emissions Planning Model Brian Gregor, Oregon Department of Transportation Abstract Modeling Impacts of Economic Forecasts and High Travel Costs in Oregon Tara Weidner, Parsons Brinckerhoff Becky Knudson, Oregon Department of Transportation Abstract Session 6.2: Issues in Air Transportation (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Alan Bender, Embry-Riddle University Using Electronic "Town Hall" Meetings & High-Quality Survey Samples to Address Aviation Policy Issues: An Innovative Policy Research Method Rita Brogan, PRR, Inc. Bill McCready, Knowledge Networks Poom Nukulkij, Knowledge Networks Abstract Airline Induced Regional Development John Rowcroft, University of New Brunswick Pamela Ritchie, University of Ontario Institute of Technology Abstract On the Factors that Affect Airline Flight Frequency and Aircraft Size Vivek Pai Abstract \| Paper Session 6.3: Planning for the Future in Transportation (Mt. Hood) Chair: Gauri Chicker, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Private Equity: Growing Investment Vehicle in Infrastructure Gauri Chicker, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Michael J. Garvin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Abstract \| Paper Revisiting Transit Asset Management: Tackling Critical Issues and System Planning Maria Boile, Rutgers University Effectively Using the QRFM to Model Truck Trips in a Medium-Sized Urban Community Michael D. Anderson, University of Alabama in Huntsville Mary Catherine Dondapati Gregory A. Harris, University of Alabama in Huntsville Abstract \| Paper Session 6.4: The Future of Federal Surface Transportation Policy (Mt. St. Helens) Session Moderator: Joshua Schank, Bipartisan Policy Center Panel: Joshua Schank, Bipartisan Policy Center Polly Trottenberg, Build America's Future Jack Wells, U.S. Department of Transportation Shelley Poticha, T4 America
3:15-4:45pm	Concurrent Sessions 7
Session 7.1: Surface Transportation Policies: Analysis and Recommendation (3 Sisters) Chair: Jack Ventura, Surface Transportation Board Incorporating Freight into the Transportation Process Michael Anderson, University of Alabama in Huntsville Gregory Harris, University of Alabama in Huntsville Kevin Harrison, South Alabama Regional Planning Organization Abstract A Systematic Approach to Applying Seasonal Load Restrictions Christine E. Conron, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Abstract \| Paper Evaluating Rail Access Policy in North America - The Case of Passenger Rail James Nolan, U. of Saskatchewan Steven Peterson, Oak Ridge National Labs Abstract An Examination of the FAST Commercial Clearance Border Crossing Program: A Policy for All Commodities and Shippers? Susan Albrecht, University of Washington Abstract Session 7.2: Tools for Decision Making (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Stella So, University of California-Berkeley Visualization for Travel Demand Model Output Erin Wardell, Parsons Brinckerhoff Alex Bettinardi, Oregon Dept. of Transportation Rolf Moeckel, Parsons Brinckerhoff Abstract \| Paper TransDec: A Data-Driven Framework for Decision-Making in Transportation Systems Ugur Demiryurek, University of Southern California Farnoush Banaei-Kashani, University of Southern California Cyrus Shahabi, University of Southern California Abstract \| Paper Application of CUBE Software in Stochastic Assignment of Public Transportation Mohammad Pourmeidani Hamed Gerami Abstract \| Paper Reliability Measures - Which Statistics Will Actually Help Manage Our Roadways? Kari Edison Watkins, University of Washington Mark Hallenbeck, Washington State Transportation Center Abstract Session 7.3: Future Prospects of Air Transport Industry (Mt. Hood) Session Moderator: Tae H. Oum, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Panel: Fariba Alamdari, Boeing Commercial Aircraft Kenneth Button, George Mason University Mario Diaz, Atlanta International Airport Martin Dresner, University of Maryland Bijan Vasigh, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
5:00-6:30pm	Poster Session
Poster Session (Cascade Foyer) Find Critical Traffic Control Locations for Emergency Evacuation Rachel He, Santa Clara University Jeff Ban, University of California - Berkeley Henry Liu, University of Minnesota Abstract Improving Transportation Safety and Security: A University-Based Seat Belt Safety Program Dr. William H. Whitaker, Jr., SC State University Abstract Adding Sustainability Performance Measures to a Transportation Data Archive Alexander Bigazzi, Portland State University Dr. Robert Bertini, Portland State University Abstract Does Weather Affect Traffic Flow on Freeways? Meead Saberi K., Portland State University Priya Chavan Portland State University Robert L. Bertini, Portland State University Abstract Analysis of Hazardous Material Incidents Reported to the Aviation Safety Reporting System Robert O. Walton, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Abstract U.S.-Canada Land Border Crossings: A Review of Data and Framework for Collaboration Erica Wygonik, University of Washington Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Juan Carlos Villa, Texas Transportation Institute Abstract Integration and Visualization Challenges and Opportunities for Online Freight Data Mapping Miguel A. Figliozzi, Portland State University Kristin Tufte, Portland State University Abstract Advantages and Characteristics of Public Transportation Stochastic Assignment Models Relating to Non- Stochastic Assignment Ones Mohammad Pourmeidani Afshin Shariat Abstract Information Discovery Support for the Translation Approach Using the Critical Analysis Reporting Environment (CARE) Dana Steil, University of Alabama David B. Brown, University of Alabama Characteristics of Transitions in Freeway Traffic Wei Fang, Portland State University Robert Bertini, Portland State University
6:00-7:00pm	Reception (Cascade Ballroom)
7:00-9:30pm	Awards Dinner (Cascade Ballroom)
Wednesday, March 18
7:30-8:30am	Breakfast (3 Sisters / Mt. Bachelor / Mt. Hood / Mt. St. Helens)
8:15-9:45am	Concurrent Sessions 8
Session 8.1: Market Dominance and Competition (3 Sisters) Chair: William Huneke, Surface Transportation Board Hubs versus Airport Dominance Volodymyr Bilotkach, University of California, Irvine Vivek Pai Abstract Market Dominance and Competition Wesley W. Wilson, University of Oregon Kevin E. Henrickson, Gonzaga University Abstract The Spillover Effects of the Airfares Among the Competing Airport Pairs in the U.S. Woohyun Cho, University of Maryland Abstract Session 8.2: Maritime Topics and Issues from Around the World (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Sotiris Theorfanis, Rutgers University Transportation Appraisal of Global Oil Trade Flows Shahram Tabatabaei. Sharif University of Technology Manouchehr Vaziri, Sharif University of Technology Abstract \| Paper Evaluating the Determinants of Container Dwell Time Maria Boile, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Nadereh Moini, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey William Laventhal, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Sotiris Theofanis, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Abstract Tehran ITS Strategic Plan Mahmoud Siadat, ITS Institute Arash Jalalibarsari, ITS Institute Rashid Makhtuni, ITS Institute Abstract Session 8.3: Transit Research (Mt. Hood) Chair: Kota Tsubouchi, University of Tokyo BSeT: A Heavy-Duty Transit Bus Size Decision Support Tool Anthony J. Ferraro, USF - Center for Urban Transportation Research Sisinnio Concas, USF - Center for Urban Transportation Research Stephen L. Reich, USF - Center for Urban Transportation Research Janet L. Davis, USF - Center for Urban Transportation Research Abstract \| Paper A Research on the New Demand Responsive Transit Service in Japan Kota Tsubouchi,The University of Tokyo Hiroyuki Yamato, The University of Tokyo Kazuo Hiekata, The University of Tokyo Abstract \| Paper Optimal Service Planning for a Sustainable Transit System Patricia DiJoseph, New Jersey Institute of Technology Dr. Steven I-Jy Chien, New Jersey Institute of Technology Abstract \| Paper Organizing Transit in Small Urban and Rural Communities David Ripplinger, North Dakota State University Abstract Session 8.4: The Future of West Coast Ports: Canada's Gateway and Trade Corridor Initiative and Implications for U.S. Transportation Policy (Mt. St. Helens) Session Moderator: Greg Shelton,University of Washington Panel: Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Michael C. Ircha, Association of Canadian Port Authorities Paul Ouimet, InterVISTAS Consulting Anna Soderstrom, Port of Tacoma
10:00-11:30am	Concurrent Sessions 9
Session 9.1: Managing Congestion (3 Sisters) Chair: Jack Wells, U.S. DOT Transit Response to Congestion Pricing Opportunities: Theory, Policy and Practice in the United States Matthew Hardy, Noblis Abstract \| Paper Congestion Pricing and Environmental Justice Jamie Strausz-Clark, PRR Bruce Brown, PRR Abstract \| Paper The Traffic Congestion Problem In Developing Countries Study Of Lagos State, Nigeria: Causes, Consequences, Costs, And What Can Be Done? Babatunde Tugbobo, NYS DOT Abstract A Dynamic Congestion Pricing Strategy for High-Occupancy Toll Lanes Kitae Jang, University of California-Berkeley Session 9.2: Transportation and the Environment (Mt. Bachelor) Chair: Del Peterson, North Dakota State University An Investigation of the Impacts of Economic Conditions on Vehicle Miles Traveled: A Vector Error-Correction Approach Nikhil Sikka, University of Iowa Jielin Sun, University of Iowa Abstract \| Paper Biodiesel Use in Fargo-Moorhead MAT Buses Del Peterson, North Dakota State University Jeremy Mattson, North Dakota State University Abstract Evaluating Emissions Reductions and Trade-offs in Urban Pickup and Delivery Systems Felipe Andres Sandoval, University of Washington Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Abstract Session 9.3: Managing Transportation Disruptions (Mt. Hood) Chair: Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Optimal Dispatching Policy under Transportation Disruption Xianzhe Chen, North Dakota State University Jun Zhang, North Dakota State University Abstract \| Paper Interpreting Resilience: An Examination of the Use of Resiliency Strategies Within Kelly Pitera, University of Washington Anne Goodchild, University of Washington Abstract \| Paper A Study of Transportation Disruption Causes and Costs in Containerized Maritime Transportation Miguel A. Figliozzi, Portland State University Zeyan Zhang, The University of Sydney Abstract \| Paper Session 9.4: Competition, Capacity and Policy in the Railroad Industry: A Review of the Christensen Study (Mt. St. Helens) Session Moderator: Wesley W. Wilson, University of Oregon Panel: Kelly Eakin, Christensen Associates John Gray, American Association of Railroads Amer Badawi, Columbia Grain Company Mark Burton, University of Tennessee

Updated: Mar. 18, 2009