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Regional planners highlight LinkUS and a federal passenger‑rail pipeline as tools to manage growth
5780672 · September 11, 2025
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Summary
Panelists pointed to the LinkUS initiative, a voter‑backed transit package and federal passenger‑rail planning as key investments to connect residents to jobs and reduce sprawl as Central Ohio grows.
Panelists at the Columbus Metro Club forum said improved transit and regional rail planning are central to managing Central Ohio’s projected population and job growth and to linking residents with jobs and services.
William Murdoch, executive director of the Mid‑Ohio Regional Planning Commission, highlighted local investment: “Last fall, voters … voted an $8,000,000,000…
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