Planning, Transportation and Infrastructure

Comprehensive Transportation Planning

The Chamber supports a quality, multi-modal transportation system that allows people and goods to move efficiently, conveniently and safely into and around the metropolitan area. The Chamber supports efforts to develop, integrate and maintain rail, air, bus and pedestrian services, including the expansion of services to new growth areas.

Public Transportation

The Chamber supports public transportation initiatives, such as MATBUS operations, that promote a cost-effective means to transport residents and the workforce to areas across the metro in a safe and reliable manner

Strategic Development

The Chamber supports a strategic and synergetic approach toward community development, which includes the implementation of proven economic tools to promote investments in the greater metropolitan area.

Rail Safety and Efficiency

The Chamber supports initiatives that enhance traffic flow and minimize the risk of accidents.

Technology Infrastructure

The Chamber supports the continued investment in technology in our communities, including in our rural areas, such as expanding the access to fast, reliable internet.

Water Infrastructure

The Chamber understands the increase in residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural water use places a growing demand on existing water supplies that will be inadequate during periods of drought. The need to supplement the water supply to the Red River Valley has been clearly demonstrated; therefore, The Chamber supports the prioritization and advancement of the Red River Valley Water Supply Project to ensure the availability of a long-term, high-quality water supply.

Community/Cultural Assets

The Chamber supports the continual investment in community assets to contribute to the improved livability of our region. This may include building a convention center and/or performing arts center, where The Chamber would support first conducting an unbiased study of construction and/or expansion.

Air Service & Pilot Shortage

The Chamber supports the vitality of air service to ensure sustainable access for commerce. The Chamber also recognizes the importance of quality, predictable and affordable service to support our business in the region. The Chamber realizes that the nation is facing a major shortage of military and commercial pilots, and thus, advocates for additional programs and efforts, as well as reducing the regulatory burden, in order to encourage pilots training and qualification.