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Feasibility of mileage-based user fees : application in rural/small urban areas of northeast Texas, final report, October 31, 2008.
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2008-10-31
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NTL Classification:NTL-ECONOMICS AND FINANCE-Funding;NTL-HIGHWAY/ROAD TRANSPORTATION-HIGHWAY/ROAD TRANSPORTATION;NTL-INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS-Electronic Payment and Pricing;NTL-PLANNING AND POLICY-Technology Transfer;
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Abstract:This study explores the application of mileage-based user fees, or vehicle-miles traveled (VMT) fees, as an
alternative to the fuel tax in rural and small urban areas. The purpose of the study is to identify the issues
associated with implementation of a potential new transportation funding system so that public and political
concerns in rural communities can be addressed.
Researchers began by reviewing and evaluating the current fuel tax system in Texas to establish a baseline for
any future alternative financing mechanisms. In partnership with the North East Texas Regional Mobility
Authority (NET RMA) the research team conducted several outreach activities within the study area to identify
potential issues and challenges that could arise when a fundamental change in the existing transportation
funding system is proposed. The researchers used a variety of public perception data collection tools – including
stakeholder interviews, focus groups, and a community advisory committee – to identify public acceptance
issues associated with implementing a mileage-based fee system in northeast Texas. The information gathered
was used to develop a public acceptance framework for evaluating a future mileage-based user fee pilot project
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