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City and LDS Church outline temporary downtown street closures for 2027 Temple reopening; council presses for detailed traffic and neighborhood plans City staff and Church representatives outlined proposed fenced street closures downtown for the 2027 Salt Lake Temple reopening, estimating roughly 22,000 daily visitors and about $2.3 million in city lease/fee revenue; council members pressed staff on emergency access, transit, parking and neighborhood impacts and requested more frequent community outreach and interagency coordination.

3 weeks ago

Salt Lake City is gearing up for the monumental 2027 reopening of the Salt Lake Temple, but plans for temporary street closures could transform downtown life as we know it!

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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1 month ago

Planners say recent rural transit operator change was smooth but stress preserving commuter links to Chittenden County Regional planners reported the transition from Green Mountain Transit to a regional community transit operator has been smooth from a service perspective but warned of the importance of maintaining commuter connections to Chittenden County for roughly 10,000 daily commuters between Franklin/Grand Isle and Chittenden.

A recent transition in rural transit has gone off without a hitch, but experts warn that keeping commuter links to Chittenden County is crucial for the 10,000 daily travelers.

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1 month ago

This is HB 4085
You can read it on the oregon legislature website and it exempts robotaxis from some equipment requirements and prevents local governments from regulating, taxing, or requiring a license for these networks

#carcentric #transitsky #orleg #transitplanning #waymo

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

1 month ago

Please write your representatives and tell them to redirect funds from Highway expansions (such as the rose quarter) to transit & maintenance

We cannot let safety programs be sacrificed to fund our addiction to building highways

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2 months ago

County seeks transit study funding; warns $800,000 in federal urban transit funds may be at risk County staff requested $250,000 (80/20 federal-local match) for an MPO-led transit study to evaluate Mountain Mobility service expansions and coordination with the city's transit study; staff warned roughly $800,000 of urban (5307) funds is at risk of federal rescission and will return to the board in two weeks for action.

Buncombe County is gearing up for a groundbreaking transit study with a $250,000 budget, but $800,000 in federal funds hangs in the balance!

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Citizen Portal News Idaho

3 months ago

The Washington DOT is working on planning future expansion and improvements. Their 2024 preliminary plan can be seen here,
Their simplest alternative aims for 6 daily trips from Eugene to Portland and 8 from Portland to Seattle

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3 months ago

Compass chief outlines regional growth, transit study and funding shortfalls for Nampa area Compass executive director Craig Rayborn told the Nampa City Council workshop that the metropolitan planning organization projects steady regional growth, a westward shift in jobs and housing, and large investment needs; he urged local coordination and legislative work to close a multibillion-dollar gap.

Nampa's rapid growth is reshaping commutes and congestion, with a staggering $11 billion investment gap looming for the future of transportation.

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Wasatch Front council certifies six station-area plans amid regional push for transit‑adjacent housing The Wasatch Front Regional Council voted to certify station-area plans for Draper, Murray, Riverton, South Salt Lake, West Valley City and Woods Cross, a step officials said will support tens of thousands of transit‑adjacent homes across the region.

4 months ago

The Wasatch Front Regional Council just approved ambitious plans that could bring 75,000 new homes right next to transit stations, transforming the future of housing in Utah!

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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4 months ago

St. Mary's County schedules public hearing on draft Transportation Plan update; commissioners direct public review The commissioners voted to hold a public hearing Nov. 18, 2025 on the county’s draft Transportation Plan update. The plan, begun in 2021, incorporates citizen reports and Planning Commission revisions; staff said the draft is available in BoardDocs and will be posted to the county website.

St. Mary's County is set to unveil its draft Transportation Plan—critical for shaping local road and transit safety priorities—with a public hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025.

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Citizen Portal News California

4 months ago

Having reduced frequency is less convenient for riders, & makes the schedule more complicated as passengers have to account for the time of day when planning

The reduced frequency includes lunchtime and evening rush hour, 2 key times of travel

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4 months ago

HCOG PAC recommends DKDKS/Jarrett Walker/GHD team for comprehensive transit planning grant The PAC unanimously recommended that HCOG proceed with the DKDKS team (including Jarrett Walker & Associates and GHD) to deliver work under a Caltrans Strategic Partnerships for Transit planning grant; staff said HCOG is the lead applicant and the partnership includes nine entities.

Humboldt County is stepping up its transit game with a new partnership and a major grant to create a comprehensive regional plan!

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

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5 months ago

Pittsboro commissioners review Chatham Park South Village small-area plan; board asks for more detail on finance, stormwater and transit The board reviewed the draft South Village small-area plan for Chatham Park. Staff and commissioners asked for more detail on the financial impact analysis, stormwater mitigation, transit planning and phasing. Staff will return with answers and updated materials at the next meeting.

Pittsboro commissioners are pushing for critical details on finance, stormwater, and transit in the draft South Village small-area plan for Chatham Park—what will it mean for the future of the town?

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Citizen Portal News Connecticut

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5 months ago

Transit Study Identifies Key Improvements for Regional Transportation Services Transit analysis reveals recommendations for better service, including bus stop placement and coordination.

A new transit analysis reveals critical improvements that could revolutionize transportation for older adults and individuals with disabilities in the Northwest Hills region!

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Citizen Portal News California

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5 months ago

Meeting Adjourned Due to Lack of Quorum During Planning Session Committee adjourns without quorum, plans October meeting for document review and public outreach.

A crucial transit meeting in Del Norte County was cut short by technical glitches, leaving community plans in limbo and raising questions about communication in the digital age.

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Hometown News

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7 months ago

LC Rural Transit Feasibility study seeks public input Lanark County and Smiths Falls launch a rural transit feasibility study. Share your thoughts by Aug. 29 to help shape future transportation.

Have your say in the Rural Transit Feasibility Study led by Lanark County and Smiths Falls. Attend a drop-in or submit feedback online by August 29.
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UTA Presents 2024 Onboard Survey Findings on Rider Demographics and Usage Patterns UTA unveils key insights from the 2024 onboard survey on rider demographics and behaviors.

7 months ago

The latest UTA survey reveals startling insights about transit riders, including that over half earn under $45,000 and many lack a working vehicle, highlighting the critical role of public transportation in their lives.

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Bountiful to Host September 17 Community Meeting with Ice Cream Highlight Bountiful volunteers to host regional meeting featuring community ice cream presentation.

7 months ago

Bountiful is stepping up to host a community meeting on September 17, complete with an ice cream highlight and exciting updates from local representatives!

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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7 months ago

Council Member Balcom Advocates for Changes to Metro Rail Map Updates Council members push adjustments to technical errors in the metro rail expansion plan.

Montgomery County is on the brink of major transit changes, with proposed updates to the metro rail map sparking both hope and skepticism among council members.

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Transform California

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7 months ago

The best transit plan is a strong land use plan By Eric Murphy Increasing the number and variety of destinations around a transit station can encourage more people to use that station, but a new study shows more destinations concentrated around one station can also …

A new study finds that concentrating amenities near one rail station can boost ridership across the whole network—not just locally—creating a positive feedback loop for transit use and access.

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Citizen Portal News Idaho

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8 months ago

Ada County Highway District reviews Valley Regional Transit compliance for mixed use development Commission discusses parking, lighting, and signage plans for mixed use development approval.

The Boise Design Review Commission is pushing for crucial changes to a mixed-use project, focusing on parking and lighting compliance before granting approval.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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8 months ago

City Council moves to rename East Sunset Trailhead in honor of Senator Bill Ramos Council members discuss road improvements and light rail planning while proposing trailhead renaming.

Issaquah City Council is prioritizing urgent road safety upgrades and ambitious transit plans, including a long-awaited light rail project—transforming our transportation future!

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ITE Canada District

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9 months ago

City of Kelowna has a #job opportunity for a Transit Planning Coordinator. Find more info & link to apply at ITE Canada's Job Board: bit.ly/3TlN7kQ

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Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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9 months ago

Transit officials outline Route 75 updates and new bus stop strategies in Madison Madison transit officials present changes to Route 75 and additional bus stop locations.

Major changes to Route 75 and new bus stops are set to revolutionize public transit in Madison, improving accessibility for everyone!

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Hacker News Companion

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9 months ago

Implementation concerns include passenger capacity limits for high-demand corridors & integration complexity with existing systems. Is CVLR scalable or only suited for specific routes? #TransitPlanning 4/6

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