Final Proceedings of "Getting Started with Congestion Pricing: A Workshop for Local Partners"

Appendix C:

WORKSHOP EVALUATION
	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	No Opinion	Agree	Strongly Agree
The workshop met my expectations. (4.17)	1	2	3	4	5
The workshop provided valuable information regarding congestion pricing. (4.33)	1	2	3	4	5
The information provided in the workshop will be helpful in my work. (4.17)	1	2	3	4	5

Which session did you like most? Why?

Greg, Mark, and Matt because of real life applications.
Case studies in pricing – I liked the examples that were provided by Mark and Matt.
Case studies - insight into other state's experiences.
Texas project applications. It gave me insight on how we could implement congestion pricing on Connecticut areas of high interest.
I enjoyed the potential pricing applications a broad lane pricing applications in the US.
Local case study, peer exchange.
The local application session the most.
Discussion of Connecticut possible projects
Session on Connecticut issues - very pertinent and brought several concepts together from thought the day.
Session 8 because it relates directly to ConnDOT.
CT case studies.
Enjoyed them all.

Which session did you like least? Why?

What other topics would you have liked covered?

Wish we had more time to discuss possible projects.
More details on the process to take on complex projects on a realistic level.
More specific detailed information on what is involved in going AET.
Lots of information, great to have FHWA, ConnDOT, and nationally known experts in room.

Do you think additional outreach and education efforts would be beneficial to the state DOT, Regional Agencies, legislators, etc.?

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes - I think the largest hurdle regarding this issue is the lack of understanding and communication.
Yes, additional outreach and education efforts would be beneficial once ConnDOT can identify a potential project or projects.
Yes particularly on the local levels.
Definitely, Ed Regan summed up the alternatives very well - public needs to be aware of alternatives.
Absolutely - education is key to improve and implement new ideas!

Do you consider congestion pricing strategies to be a realistic approach to addressing transportation challenges in your state?

Yes
Yes
Yes, very much.
Yes as long as DOT will openly embrace.
Absolutely
Potentially, it depends.
Yes and no. No because the streamline process is unrealistic.
I think that the state should consider approaching congestion pricing strategies in Connecticut. It would help to implement a success story to gain acceptance for tolling the state.
Appears to be more feasible after session, particularly all electronic or fees for quicker service.

What role do you think the federal government should assume in supporting state efforts to pursue congestion pricing strategies?

Flexible funding.
Allow them the flexibility to make decisions locally and then implement them.
Allow flexibility of funding sources for maintenance, repair, construction, etc role in repository.
Be opened to non-constricting criteria to allow implementation of pricing strategies by states.
I think the federal government needs to play a role in creating interoperability and standards between the various states.
The federal government can provide policy guidance and technical assistance to the state. There could be the potential for some types of variable or congestion pricing funding. Assistance in marketing congestion pricing in the state might also be helpful.
FHWA needs to assist in marketing and letting DOT know which program will work for ConnDOT. FHWA needs to provide technical assistance and best practices.
Should lead!!

Additional Comments:

Some consultants sounded more like advocates or salesmen.
Suggest presenters better locate themselves to not partially block presentation screen.

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