Transportation investments should focus on reducing traffic congestion and improving mobility.  The investments should result in a minimization of the time travelers spending congested conditions.  The best projects will lead to the greatest reduction in travel delay.

Reducing the amounts of pollutants emitted by the transportation sector must be considered in transportation investments so that the region attains and maintains conformity with federal air quality standards.

Transportation systems safety improvements can lead to reduced human health impacts from traffic crashes. Safety improvements can also lead to fewer highway incidents and the resultant traffic congestion during the clearing of incidents. Transportation projects that lead to improved motor vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian safety should receive additional emphasis in the prioritization of transportation improvements.

In comprehensively planning for corridors, HOV facilities and increased transit choices should be considered. Transit choices must be high quality and time competitive and accessible.

Transportation investments should support the regional and local plans consistent with the adopted regional development plan and encourage economic development and redevelopment. Investments should be targeted to promote land use investments that are compatible with the capacity of the transportation system.

The economic vitality of Georgia is based upon the efficient delivery of goods and services utilizing our ports, airways, highways and railroads. Transportation investments in our highways and railroads that improve freight transit times and reliability should be considered in the establishment of transportation priorities.

Efficient operation of the transportation infrastructure requires that it be kept in good operating condition. Investments in infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation are essential to maintaining the capacity of transportation facilities.