Transportation Bonanza

 Jason Jordan, Principal and Public Affairs for the American Planning Association is responsible for shaping and influencing public policy at all levels of government and advancing APA’s adopted legislative and policy agendas. Jason provides expert guidance to APA’s public affairs, government affairs, policy, and advocacy efforts, including leadership in the development of APA policy guides; representation of APA with congressional offices, federal agencies, and partner organizations; and direction for advocacy networks and outreach campaigns.

What if the way we design roads doesn't just determine how people drive, but also how they see and interact with one another? Drawing on research into driver psychology, attention, and speed choice, this keynote explores how Michigan's transportation systems can evolve beyond optimizing vehicle movement to address changing demographics, emerging technologies, and growing infrastructure costs. By right-sizing roadways and building connected networks that serve more than just the car, we can strengthen local economies, reduce long-term maintenance liabilities, and create financially sustainable communities where people of all ages and abilities can remain independent, engaged, and connected.