Rethinking U.S. Transit Management

This chapter explores the structural inefficiencies in the U.S. political and civil service systems, advocating for a cultural shift to enhance professionalism among civil servants. It contrasts the treatment of public sector transit planners with their private sector counterparts, focusing on funding disparities and professional development obstacles. The conversation delves into transit project complexities, regulatory challenges, and procurement processes, proposing the adoption of international best practices to improve efficiency and accountability.