Events

New Mexico’s transportation infrastructure is vital to the state’s economic prosperity and integral to the quality of life, health, and welfare of our citizens. Traditional funding has been well below the actual needs of maintaining a modern transportation system. Federal, state, and local investment in transportation represents less than 40% of the actual needs of the system creating a sense of urgency for states to seek alternative funding options. Both federal and state transportation revenue has not been sufficient to keep up with inflation, the rising cost of construction, and the demands for transportation services of a growing population. Without an increase in investment, our transportation system will become more congested and the condition of our transportation infrastructure will become less safe.

For these reasons, the New Mexico Department of Transportation is hosting a three-day town hall on finding sustainable funding for preserving and improving our highways, bridges, and public transportation options for the residents of New Mexico. Whether you live in a rural community or an urban center, this issue affects you. Participants at the town hall will develop recommendations that will impact the quality of life for all New Mexicans.

For more information, please visit http://www.nmfirst.org/townhalls/dot_overview.html