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Defining Rural in the Context of Transit

The appropriate classification of communities can play an important role in the development and impact of public policy. This general case holds true for transit where accurately defining an area can assist in identifying the mobility needs of its residents as well as the community transportation services that best meet those needs.

Quote from The Transit Lane

What Do "Small Urban" and "Rural" Really Mean?

"When it comes to using the terms "rural" and "urban" in discussions about public policy and research related to transit, perceptions are important."
Read the entire article (The Transit Lane - Spring/Summer 2007) >

Page Updated: Jul. 27, 2007

For more information, contact Dave Ripplinger by e-mail david.ripplinger@ndsu.edu or call (701)231-5265.