Title
Transportation Funding
Recommended Action:
Discussion only. No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Discussion of funding needs associated with the Transportation Master Plan.
Staff Contact:
Sophie Stimson, Interim Transportation Director, Public Works Transportation, 360.753.8497
Presenter(s):
Sophie Stimson, Interim Transportation Director
Background and Analysis:
Staff will present information related to transportation funding needs associated with the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). Staff will review current revenue sources for transportation, as well as potential new and expanded sources.
Within the broader discussion of transportation funding, two related topics will be introduced: sidewalk repair and pavement preservation.
This presentation will be similar to the presentation made to the City Council's Finance Committee on April 19, 2023. You can see the video of the meeting which is posted on the City website, olympiawa.gov, Agenda and Minutes, under "Finance Committee" and the meeting date.
Climate Analysis:
In the Thurston Region, transportation-related emissions are the second largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing our dependence on fossil fuels in transportation is essential to lessening our impact on the climate. We can do that by replacing gas-powered vehicle trips with trips made by walking, biking and transit. TMP projects make those modes more safe and inviting. Funding more projects in this plan more quickly will help us reduce those emissions.
Implementing the TMP will help us achieve the following strategies:
* T2. Increase the efficiency of the transportation system. TMP projects will retrofit our streets to make walking, biking and transit more safe and inviting.
* T4. Increase the use of public transit. TMP projects help make transit more inviting for more people through better access to bus stops. Changes to signals and street design to prioritize the movement of buses.
* T5. Increase the use of active...
Click here for full text