A local comprehensive plan must comply with state land use planning goals. Congestion A condition under which the number of vehicles using a facility is great enough to cause reduced speeds and increased travel times. The federal agency charged with protecting the environment. EPA is the source agency of air quality control regulations affecting transportation. This is the 1991 federal transportation funding legislation that provides for a new direction in transportation planning, with emphasis on protecting the environment and reducing congestion.
Emphasis is placed on identifying the most efficient modes in relation to particular needs.
State and local governments have increased flexibility to invest in a wider range of alternatives. An eight-member commission established by Senate Bill 100 in 1973 to develop and administer Oregon's statewide planning goals. A program of air pollution emission control measures associated with state and federal requirements which are designed to ensure that an area remains in attainment with an ambient air standard. The organization responsible for regional transportation planning in an urbanized area. Members are designated by the governor and local elected officials.