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Chapter 1. Introduction
Pages 1-4

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... " As part of this research, this question was posed to a wide range of transportation professionals in state, regional, and local transportation agencies; local transit operators; car-sharing firms; and full-service transportation management organizations. While the answers varied, the message was consistent: building successful alliances with other organizations, both public and private, is essential to "get the job done." Clearly, "the job" of most transportation managers has changed.
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... • Public agencies may need to be more flexible in becoming effective partners in collaborative initiatives. • Sharing goals was emphasized as an essential starting point in building trust, which often requires educating intended partners on the benefits of the collaboration.
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... This sparks improved communication, learning, and creativity." -- Brad Mueller, Douglas County Community Development (Colorado) 3 1 These focus groups were held in conjunction with the Rail-Volution Conference (a conference dedicated to the latest developments in rail transit)
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... These include specific strategies for bringing people together, as well as strategies for institutionalizing collaborative efforts. Key finding of this research on what makes collaborative efforts successful.
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