Public transit systems contribute directly to the health of our economy at the local, state, regional and national levels.
Transit infrastructure provides a commuting alternative for the workforce and produces a wide array of critical economic, social, and environmental impacts. Planners need to analyze how potential transit projects shape regional economies, influence labor markets, impact different demographic groups, and affect emissions of a variety of pollutants.
We will be hosting our upcoming Washington, D.C. policy luncheon, “The Economic Impacts of Transit Infrastructure on Regional Economies,” on Thursday, September 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Metro Center.
This presentation will feature guest speaker Federico Garcia, Ph.D., Managing Director at KPMG. His presentation will provide a detailed overview of the economic, equitable, and environmental effects of transit investments using the REMI regional input-output model.
This discussion will explore issues such as:
REMI luncheons are held at the Metro Center, 700 12th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington D.C. 20005.
*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT*
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Hello,
Thank you for your interest in REMI. Your registration is confirmed for our luncheon “The Economic Impacts of Transit Infrastructure on Regional Economies” on Thursday, September 30, 2021. Please click here to view the agenda for the September 30th D.C. Policy Luncheon.
The event will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Metro Offices on 700 12th Street NW, Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20005.
Please anticipate a call from our staff prior to the event to confirm your attendance.
We encourage you to share the invitation with any other staff or colleagues who may be interested.
We look forward to seeing you in D.C.!
Regards,
Regional Economic Models, Inc.
REMI
