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Title	Feasibility of Mileage-Based User Fees: Application in Rural/Small Urban Areas of Northeast Texas
Accession No	01121765
Authors	Baker, Richard; Goodin, Ginger; Lindquist, Eric; Shoemaker, David
Corp. Authors / Publisher	University Transportation Center for Mobility ; North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority ; Research and Innovative Technology Administration
Publication Date	20081031
Edition	Final Report
Description	57p; Appendices(3); Figures(14); References(20)
Media Type	Print
Languages	English
Abstract	This study explores the application of mileage-based user fees, or vehicle-miles traveled (VMT) fees, as an alternative to the fuel tax in rural and small urban areas. The purpose of the study is to identify the issues associated with implementation of a potential new transportation funding system so that public and political concerns in rural communities can be addressed. Researchers began by reviewing and evaluating the current fuel tax system in Texas to establish a baseline for any future alternative financing mechanisms. In partnership with the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) the research team conducted several outreach activities within the study area to identify potential issues and challenges that could arise when a fundamental change in the existing transportation funding system is proposed. The researchers used a variety of public perception data collection tools – including stakeholder interviews, focus groups, and a community advisory committee – to identify public acceptance issues associated with implementing a mileage-based fee system in northeast Texas. The information gathered was used to develop a public acceptance framework for evaluating a future mileage-based user fee pilot project.
Supplemental Information	This research was supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, University Transportation Centers Program.
TRT Terms	Acceptance ; Financing ; Public participation ; Rural highways ; Small cities ; Travelers ; User charges ; Vehicle miles of travel
Geographical Terms	Texas
Other Terms	Mileage-based fees; Public outreach; Transportation funding
Subject Areas	I10 Economics and Administration; Finance; Highways
Contract Number	DTRT06-G-0044 (Grant)
Report Number	UTCM Project #08-11-06
Availability	University Transportation Center for Mobility
URLs	Document: http://utcm.tamu.edu/publications/final_reports/Goodin_08-11-06.pdf
TRIS Files	HRIS; UTC
Database	TRIS Online