Operational analysis that influences policy.
I examine what prevents transit systems from functioning effectively and develop recommendations that agencies implement. My Penn Station through-running research influenced federal planning decisions and eliminated a $10 billion expenditure.
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Research Methodology
Transit improvement requires understanding operational constraints, policy mechanisms, and implementation pathways. My approach combines technical analysis with stakeholder engagement to develop actionable recommendations.
Operational Analysis
Examine governance structures, funding mechanisms, and technical constraints to identify barriers preventing system improvement.
Quantitative Modeling
Python, QGIS, and visualization tools to convert complex transit data into policy-relevant analysis and recommendations.
Coalition Building
Work with agencies, advocacy organizations, and communities to build support for evidence-based transit solutions.
Selected Research
Transit operations research and policy analysis focused on implementation feasibility and measurable outcomes.
Independent Research Consultant
- Reinvent Albany: Built interactive platform tracking $50+ billion in MTA contracts during congestion pricing implementation, enabling district-level vendor spending analysis for legislative oversight.
- Tri-State Transportation Campaign: Census data analysis demonstrated only 0.5–1.8% of district commuters would pay congestion pricing, contradicting inflated estimates used in opposition campaigns.
ReThink Studio
Five-month operational study of London's Thameslink system achieving 24 trains per hour through central tunnels. Research on successful through-running implementation directly informed the "Bigger Apple Plan" for New York transit integration.
Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA
Led the MTA's legislatively mandated rider advocacy organization during budget constraints. Strategic advocacy prevented proposed service cuts and secured $35 million for system improvements through coalition building and technical analysis.
Tri-State Transportation Campaign
Developed "The Tri-State Solution" for Penn Station through-running operations. Analysis demonstrated $10 billion savings versus Amtrak's abandoned Penn South expansion. Bloomberg CityLab coverage led to official federal evaluation as "Hybrid Alternative."