In PA. we have our 2009 rail plan in place and on our web site. We also have a PA Rail Benefits Estimator that will be used this year to assist in internal project cost benefit analysis. This not available outside of our bureau. We have also created draft regulations and policy. The policy is available on our web site. Regulations are in the approval process and not available for distribution. I hope this helpful.

http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Internet/Bureaus/pdBRF.nsf/RailFreightHomepage?OpenFrameset

Gary M. DeBerry | Transportation Planning Manager
PA Department of Transportation
Bureau of Rail Freight, Ports & Waterways
400 North Street - 6th Floor | Harrisburg PA 17120
Phone: 717.214.1922 | Fax: 717.346.1354
www.dot.state.pa.us

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From: FHWA Freight Planning [mailto:[log in to unmask]" ymailto="mailto:[log in to unmask]">[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Marshall Farmer
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Subject: Freight indicators

Hello all,

We are wanting to hear from practitioners about the kinds of indicators and
tools you use for:
   - evaluating the effectiveness of your goods movement network,
   - evaluating the effectiveness of proposed improvements (or scenarios)
to your network, and
   - determining strategies for improvements to your goods movement network.

Thanks,

Marshall