Improving equity in public infrastructure is a key focus in the Southeast, aiming to ensure equal access and benefits for all communities. Efforts in transportation equity include investing in public transit networks, bike lanes, and pedestrian infrastructure in underserved areas to reduce transportation disparities. To bridge the digital divide, initiatives are expanding broadband access to rural and low-income communities, enabling equal access to online resources and opportunities. In disadvantaged neighborhoods, constructing community centers, libraries, and recreational facilities is providing essential services and promoting social inclusion. Environmental justice measures are being implemented to reduce pollution near marginalized communities and address environmental concerns, safeguarding public health and well-being. Affordable housing developments are being integrated within mixed-use projects to ensure access to safe and affordable housing near employment opportunities. These efforts aim to create a more equitable infrastructure landscape in the Southeast, fostering inclusive growth and addressing historical disparities.
Moderator:
Lori Pepper, South/Central Mobility Technology Solutions Leader, STV
Panelists:
Diana Alarcon, Director, Nashville Department of Transportation & Multimodal Infrastructure
Kelbrey Porter, Grants Department Director, City of Montgomery
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