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More lanes ≠ Less traffic

Big, expensive highway expansion projects require a lot of US transportation funding—but often they do not solve the issue of congestion. In communities built for cars, solving traffic problems requires more holistic problem-solving approaches, including transit.

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  • Land Value Capture Feature (1)

    Securing NJ TRANSIT’s Future: Opportunities for Value Capture in New Jersey

    October 14, 2026
  • First Steps ~ South Jersey Edition

    Continuing the Conversation | Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future: South Jersey Edition

    October 13, 2026
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    The Week in TOD News October 3-9, 2026

    October 12, 2026
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    The Week in TOD News September 26-October 2, 2026

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    The Week in TOD News September 19-25, 2026

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    The Week in TOD News September 12-18, 2026

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From the NJTOD Archives

The Week in TOD News May 2-8, 2020

May 11, 2020
A four-panel graphic illustrating how redevelopment and infill planning avoid land consumption. It includes two data charts comparing land development rates to population growth and land area types, alongside "before and after" style photos showing a vacant lot transformed into a multi-story, mixed-use residential development.

Infill Development: Balancing Growth, Transit, and Sustainability

October 20, 2025
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The Week in TOD News December 6-12, 2025

December 15, 2025

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