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Contents May 2006

A Roundabout Solution for Intersections
Roundabouts require less land and are safer and more driver-friendly than old-time traffic circles. One township is reaping the benefits of this new take on turns.

Census Data Shows What Is Right With PA
Smart growth and government consolidation expert Wendell Cox looks at why Pennsylvania is becoming an attractive option for out-of-staters.

Slowing the Flow of Rural Traffic
The simplest techniques can be the most effective when it comes to handling the influx of cars on rural roads.

Improving Road Access
More traffic on the roads means more accidents. New tools from PennDOT, however, can help townships reduce the risk.

Getting Mileage from LTAP
PennDOT LTAP - The Local Technical Assistance Program will bring its road-related training classroom right to your township, and it won’t cost you a dime.

Understanding Liquid Fuels Funding
Before putting liquid fuels funds to work for their roads, town- ships have to make sure they are spending the money properly.

Learning Firsthand about Road Construction
Partnering with a high-school class on a road project helped a township save money and gave the students real-world experience.

Finding a Fix for Illegal Dumping
Townships are finding ways to clean up illegal dumpsites and keep people from casting their trash onto others’ land.

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