1. what does REMI say? sm We will begin at five after the hour to allow time for all attendees to call and log in. Thank you.

2. what does REMI say? sm Transportation and Livability Regional Economic Models Inc. Presented By Christopher Brown Associate Economist, REMI

3. what does REMI say? sm General Outline Current Vs New Expand on Livability Criteria Modeling Process Sample Results

4. what does REMI say? sm Transit Evaluation Criteria Cost and Time Savings Environmental Benefits Economic Development Community Development Cost Effectiveness

5. what does REMI say? sm Livability Impacts Environment – Effectiveness of removing cars from road – Sustainability Community – Increase in attractiveness of area Economic – Lower business costs, business development opportunities Impact varies based on regional differences

6. what does REMI say? sm Modeling Process Travel Demand Changes Changes in trips, VMT, VHT Inputs into TranSight Economic Impact Input Result Back into Travel Model or Land Use model

7. Suburban Counties Urban Counties Rural Counties

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14. what does REMI say? sm Summary New criteria will allow for planning agencies to account for livability impacts Full modeling process can show comprehensive impact for planning process Impacts vary based on regional make-up

15. what does REMI say? sm Contact Info Please send along any follow-up questions you might have. Christopher Brown Chris@remi.com (413)549-1169