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   I quoted "As you can see there is nothing we can do to improve what we have right now" as Mr. Lantz, Jr. words. Actually that sentence belongs to me. 

	Sorry for the inconvinience.

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emmancilla Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 03 Sep 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote emmancilla Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: HOV Posted: 12 Sep 2002 at 4:20pm
	I quoted "As you can see there is nothing we can do to improve what we have right now" as Mr. Lantz, Jr. words. Actually that sentence belongs to me. Sorry for the inconvinience.

emmancilla Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 03 Sep 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote emmancilla Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 Sep 2002 at 4:16pm
	I lodged my complaint with Mr. Epton too. He addressed to K. E. Lantz, Jr., P. E. Transportation Planning Engineer, and this is what I got today by email: " Thank you for your recent e-mail regarding the HOV lanes on I-95 in Northern Virginia. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) conducted a study that looked at the potential impacts of changing the HOV hours of operation, including extending the PM restricted period from 6:00 to 6:30. The study determined that anticipated volumes on the HOV lanes during that half hour would decrease significantly. While the study did show that the extended hours could cause some commuters to switch to transit, there was no indication that they would switch from driving alone to carpooling in order to enjoy the travel time savings. Changes to the HOV operations must be seriously considered and done so only when proven to help conditions. VDOT continues to monitor the HOV facility to determine its effectiveness in reducing congestion and meeting commuters� needs. We are aware of concerns involving violators on the HOV lanes. The State Police provide roving patrols as well as stationary enforcement on the ramps. Given available resources, the HOV facilities are well patrolled, but unfortunately, growing demands on the State Police have reduced the number of officers that can be dedicated to HOV enforcement. I will forward your e-mail to Colonel W. Gerald Massengill, Virginia State Police Superintendent, so that he will also be aware of your concerns. Thank you again for taking time to share your ideas and concerns with us. Sincerely, K. E. Lantz, Jr., P. E." As you can see, there is no much we can do to improve what we have right now. Transportation Planning Engineer

Slug Cheri Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 28 Aug 2002 Location: VA Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote Slug Cheri Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 Sep 2002 at 3:03pm
	I just lodged my complaint w/ Mr. Epton via email. Great idea! Let's hope this doesn't reach deaf ears.

emmancilla Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 03 Sep 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote emmancilla Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 07 Sep 2002 at 11:07am
	I am sorry that I failed in giving you guys the info you need to send all our complains regarding the HOV times. Unfortunately I was quite busy at work. I think Patricia did a great job in finding the contact information. Thank you for your effort Patricia.

tlschau Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 23 Jul 2002 Location: VA Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote tlschau Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 Sep 2002 at 1:15pm
	Thanks for posting the contact information Patricia. I will definitely be sending an email today with regards to extending the HOV restrictions until 6:30. As lmura pointed out, it just doesn't make any sense that the evening hours should shorter than the ones in the morning. Not only are we working longer, but our commutes are getting longer too. And if the HOV is extended further south, then they will have to extent the restrictions until 6:30. I think that everyone who reads this topic should send an email Mr. Loren Epton so our voices will be heard.

Patricia Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 12 Mar 2002 Location: VA Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote Patricia Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 Sep 2002 at 12:56pm
	Mr. Loren W. Epton, Jr. District Traffic Engineer 14685 Avion Parkway Chantilly, Virginia 20151-1104 (703) 383-2404 Loren.Epton@VirginiaDOT.org I sent an email to the above individual this morning lodging my complaint about the traffic congestion at the end of southbound HOV and requesting info on plans for extention of the lanes. Maybe we could bombard him with emails about the congestion, expanding HOV times and other subjects that would assist with the traffic problems. Patricia Stafford/610

emmancilla Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 03 Sep 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote emmancilla Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 Sep 2002 at 11:33am
	Dear Patricia, I am working on it. As soon as I get all the information I will let you guys know. United we can make the difference!

Patricia Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 12 Mar 2002 Location: VA Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote Patricia Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 Sep 2002 at 9:40am
	Emmancilla- Who is it that you are going to write to, or contact about HOV? I'll join the effort by writing or calling the same office. I'm all for anything we can do to extend the lane, enforce current HOV times or extend existing times. The traffic is already getting on my nerves and I'm a fairly new Stafford commuter! Patricia 610/Stafford Patricia Stafford/610

tdar20 Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 29 Jul 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote tdar20 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 Sep 2002 at 8:09am
	Extending the times for the HOV lanes is a good idea or better yet how about enforcing the times that are in effect now! I get sick and tired of seeing the lanes clogged at 6:15 in the morning or at 5:30 in the evening with HOV violators. Get the highway patrol to do their job and enforce the requirements and we wont have to worry about tax increases either!

emmancilla Members Profile Find Members Posts New Slug Joined: 03 Sep 2002 Location: va Status: Offline Points: 0	Post Options Post Reply Quote emmancilla Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Sep 2002 at 1:04pm
	Very well. It seems that the only way to change it is to submit our thoughts to our local representatives. Thank you all for your responses!