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Report On The Value Pricing Pilot Program Through April 2012Printable Version (PDF 1.5MB)
September 10, 2012 The Honorable John L. Mica Dear Mr. Chairman: This letter transmits the 2012 Report to Congress on the Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP). The 2012 report updates VPPP activities, highlights some key projects and findings, discusses lessons learned on projects implemented over the last 2 fiscal years, and presents some key programmatic activities that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will support to help advance congestion pricing projects at the State and local levels. Section 1604a of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU, P. L. 109-59) continues the requirement that the Secretary of Transportation monitor VPPP projects for at least 10 years and report to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives every 2 years on the effects of the pilot programs. Specifically, the Secretary is required to report on the effects of value pricing programs on driver behavior, traffic volume, transit ridership, air quality, and the availability of funds for transportation programs. According to the statutory requirements of VPPP, FHWA may enter into cooperative agreements with up to 15 State or local governments or other public authorities to establish, maintain, and monitor VPPP. Currently, there are 12 State-led programs and 2 city-led programs participating in the VPPP: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington State, and the District of Columbia. With the extension of SAFETEA-LU after September 30, 2009, VPPP continues to be available to States as a way to gain tolling authority, and FHWA continues to promote its application and use. Since May 2009, a total of $30.7 million dollars in VPPP funds have been awarded to 12 States. The U.S. Department of Transportation continues to focus extensive efforts to address traffic congestion problems. With its outreach and technical assistance efforts, FHWA has provided many States with the information and resources needed to reduce traffic congestion through contemporary approaches to congestion pricing. The FHWA will continue to provide information and guidance to an increasing number of stakeholders while providing coordinated and comprehensive congestion pricing programs and working toward delivering a successful VPPP. A similar letter has been sent to the Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. Sincerely yours, [Signature on file] Ray LaHood
September 10, 2012 The Honorable Nick J. Rahall II Dear Congressman Rahall: This letter transmits the 2012 Report to Congress on the Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP). The 2012 report updates VPPP activities, highlights some key projects and findings, discusses lessons learned on projects implemented over the last 2 fiscal years, and presents some key programmatic activities that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will support to help advance congestion pricing projects at the State and local levels. Section 1604(a) of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU, P. L. 109-59) continues the requirement that the Secretary of Transportation monitor VPPP projects for at least 10 years and report to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives every 2 years on the effects of the pilot programs. Specifically, the Secretary is required to report on the effects of value pricing programs on driver behavior, traffic volume, transit ridership, air quality, and the availability of funds for transportation programs. According to the statutory requirements of VPPP, FHWA may enter into cooperative agreements with up to 15 State or local governments or other public authorities to establish, maintain, and monitor VPPP. Currently, there are 12 State-led programs and 2 city-led programs participating in the VPPP: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington State, and the District of Columbia. With the extension of SAFETEA-LU after September 30, 2009, VPPP continues to be available to States as a way to gain tolling authority, and FHWA continues to promote its application and use. Since May 2009, a total of $30.7 million dollars in VPPP funds have been awarded to 12 States. The U.S. Department of Transportation continues to focus extensive efforts to address traffic congestion problems. With its outreach and technical assistance efforts, FHWA has provided many States with the information and resources needed to reduce traffic congestion through contemporary approaches to congestion pricing. The FHWA will continue to provide information and guidance to an increasing number of stakeholders while providing coordinated and comprehensive congestion pricing programs and working toward delivering a successful VPPP. A similar letter has been sent to the Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. Sincerely yours, [Signature on file] Ray LaHood
September 10, 2012 The Honorable Barbara Boxer Dear Madam Chairman: This letter transmits the 2012 Report to Congress on the Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP). The 2012 report updates VPPP activities, highlights some key projects and findings, discusses lessons learned on projects implemented over the last 2 fiscal years, and presents some key programmatic activities that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will support to help advance congestion pricing projects at the State and local levels. Section 1604(a) of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU, P. L. 109-59) continues the requirement that the Secretary of Transportation monitor VPPP projects for at least 10 years and report to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives every 2 years on the effects of the pilot programs. Specifically, the Secretary is required to report on the effects of value pricing programs on driver behavior, traffic volume, transit ridership, air quality, and the availability of funds for transportation programs. According to the statutory requirements of VPPP, FHWA may enter into cooperative agreements with up to 15 State or local governments or other public authorities to establish, maintain, and monitor VPPP. Currently, there are 12 State-led programs and 2 city-led programs participating in the VPPP: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington State, and the District of Columbia. With the extension of SAFETEA-LU after September 30, 2009, VPPP continues to be available to States as a way to gain tolling authority, and FHWA continues to promote its application and use. Since May 2009, a total of $30.7 million dollars in VPPP funds have been awarded to 12 States. The U.S. Department of Transportation continues to focus extensive efforts to address traffic congestion problems. With its outreach and technical assistance efforts, FHWA has provided many States with the information and resources needed to reduce traffic congestion through contemporary approaches to congestion pricing. The FHWA will continue to provide information and guidance to an increasing number of stakeholders while providing coordinated and comprehensive congestion pricing programs and working toward delivering a successful VPPP. A similar letter has been sent to the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works and to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Sincerely yours, [Signature on file] Ray LaHood
September 10, 2012 The Honorable James M. Inhofe Dear Senator Inhofe: This letter transmits the 2012 Report to Congress on the Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP). The 2012 report updates VPPP activities, highlights some key projects and findings, discusses lessons learned on projects implemented over the last two fiscal years, and presents some key programmatic activities that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will support to help advance congestion pricing projects at the State and local levels. Section 1604(a) of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU, P. L. 109-59) continues the requirement that the Secretary of Transportation monitor VPPP projects for at least 10 years and report to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives every 2 years on the effects of the pilot programs. Specifically, the Secretary is required to report on the effects of value pricing programs on driver behavior, traffic volume, transit ridership, air quality, and the availability of funds for transportation programs. According to the statutory requirements of VPPP, FHWA may enter into cooperative agreements with up to 15 State or local governments or other public authorities to establish, maintain, and monitor VPPP. Currently, there are 12 State-led programs and 2 city-led programs participating in the VPPP: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington State, and the District of Columbia. With the extension of SAFETEA-LU after September 30, 2009, VPPP continues to be available to States as a way to gain tolling authority, and FHWA continues to promote its application and use. Since May 2009, a total of $30.7 million dollars in VPPP funds have been awarded to 12 States. The U.S. Department of Transportation continues to focus extensive efforts to address traffic congestion problems. With its outreach and technical assistance efforts, FHWA has provided many States with the information and resources needed to reduce traffic congestion through contemporary approaches to congestion pricing. The FHWA will continue to provide information and guidance to an increasing number of stakeholders while providing coordinated and comprehensive congestion pricing programs and working toward delivering a successful VPPP. A similar letter has been sent to the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works and to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Sincerely yours, [Signature on file] Ray LaHood Report On The Value Pricing Pilot Program Through April 2012May 2012 U.S. Department of Transportation Table of ContentsList of Acronyms and Abbreviations
The Value Pricing Pilot Program: Results and Emerging Trends
Moving Forward: Advancing Congestion Pricing Over the Next 3 to 5 Years
Appendix A. Summary of Ongoing Congestion Pricing Activities and Related Research List of FiguresFigure 1. Opinion of Various Income Groups on Allowing Single Drivers to Use Carpool Lanes Figure 3. SR 237/I-880 Express Connectors Figure 6. SFpark Mobile Application Figure 7. Express Lanes on I-35 W List of Tables |
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