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Networking the key to Transportation Forum
Talking to those who attended the Third Annual Texas Transportation Forum April 20-22, the opportunity to network with transportation officials, private-sector representatives, and lawmakers was worth the time spent in Austin. Most everyone I talked to said the message that we have a funding problem concerning transportation has been clearly stated. The issue now is what to do about it. But the networking opportunites were very worthwhile.
Matt Mohr, president of Thompson Marketing - "The opportunity to get first-hand insights on transportation issues is invaluable. The networking opportunities were worth the price of admission."
Barbara Seal, TxDOT Childress District public information officer - "Networking with my peers and with others I met for the first time was the most valuable aspect of the conference for me. I learned a great deal talking one-on-one with some very talented and dedicated people."
Joe Jaymes, Collin County commissioner - "The networking with other local officials and TxDOT representatives gave me an idea of what may be coming the next legislative session. It's clear from talking to others here that there is a funding problem with transportation, but where do we go from here? I got valuable insight from most everyone I talked to."
Patrick Driscoll, San Antonio Express News transportation reporter - "I got at least one story and a few blog issues out of my visit here. The public's awareness to transportion issues has been raised, and I look forward to a vigorous debate in the coming year as to what will be done about transportation challenges. This will be an important chapter in the future of transaportation in Texas."
All four said they were looking forward to hearing what Texas Governor Rick Perry has to say at the closing lunch later today.
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