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Rural Transportation Innovation and Mobilities Equity (RTIME)

The Rural Transportation Innovation and Mobilities Equity (TIME) Project focuses on enhancing mobility and accessibility in the rural areas served by Western New Mexico University (WNMU) by addressing three interconnected areas: access to nature, innovative transportation solutions, and economic development. The first area emphasizes the creation of safe, multi-modal pathways that connect Silver City and surrounding communities to natural recreational sites, as well as linking the historic downtown to the WNMU campus through a Complete Streets framework. This initiative aims to incorporate best practices from national and global contexts. The second area of focus revolves around developing innovative transportation options that cater to a diverse population, including children, retirees, and individuals with disabilities. This involves creating active transportation infrastructure that provides safe and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional vehicles. The project also aims to integrate these mobility solutions with regional economic and workforce development by introducing planning for technical certifications and degree programs at WNMU, tailored to meet local workforce needs.