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Sunday, July 22, 2007
Why Can't Tampa Build A Monorail?, TAMPA - Soon after The Tampa Tribune printed a news article last summer headlined "Trainless in Tampa," readers responded quickly and candidly. "Can you tell me which moron county commissioner voted against the rail system in Tampa, so I can help vote these fools out of office?" one e-mailer asked. More  >>

Thursday, July 12, 2007
Volusia council majority on board to support commuter rail, DELAND -- The Volusia County Council on Wednesday quelled speculation about its backing for a commuter rail line linking Volusia County to metro Orlando, with a majority of its members signaling their support at a workshop in DeLand. "It might be a leap of faith, but it's one that needs to be taken," said Councilwoman Joie Alexander, who had been considered a potential swing vote. More  >>

Monday, July 2, 2007
Mass Transit Expansion Could Catch On, MIAMI -- It's not going to be easy getting South Floridians out of the driver's seat. First of all, automobiles offer drivers a sense of autonomy. Then there's the social status many South Florida drivers like to emphasize via their vehicles. Finally, there's the simple fact that South Florida's mass-transit system doesn't really appeal to the masses -- but like rush hour, it's slowly getting there. More  >>

Sunday, July 1, 2007
DOT: Gas Tax May Not Meet Need, Funds provided by the fee are flagging as more money is required, officials say. The state gas tax may become as antiquated as Ford's Model T when it comes to dealing with modern transportation needs. That was the message Florida Department of Transportation officials delivered Friday at a conference for Floridians for Better Transportation... More  >>

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