Advancing Equity in Capital Investment Decision-MakingStatus: CompleteReport Date: 11/21/2025 Summary: Using effective strategies and best practices to incorporate equity in transportation investment planning and decisions can increase the benefits that underserved communities and Native nations receive from infrastructure development. A literature review, statewide survey and nine case studies reflecting diverse populations and practices identified current approaches and highlight best practices for incorporating equity. The results provide guidance and a community engagement toolkit to more effectively engage communities and solicit valuable feedback to identify needs and align transportation goals. Final Deliverables: Advancing Equity in Capital Investment Decision-Making (Report #2026-02) Increasing Equity in Transportation Investments (Research Summary) Related Materials: Increasing Equity in Transportation Investments (Blog Post) Infographic: Advancing Equity in Capital Investment Decision-Making (Brochure/Handout) Related Research: Project Personnel: Principal Investigator: Frank Douma Co-Principal Investigator: Camila Fonseca-Sarmiento, Alan Roy Technical Liaison: Dillon Dombrovski Project Coordinator: Jackie Jiran Panel Members: Adrien Carretero - Tribal Affairs Allison Bell - Bellwether Consulting Bethany Brandt-Sargent - Metropolitan Council (METC) Bria Fast - City of Minneapolis - Public Works Duane Hill - District 1 Hally Turner - Bridges Lauren Jensen - City of Rochester Nicole Westadt - Transportation System Management Nissa Tupper - Sustainability & Public Health
