WSDOT Headquarters Building
Nisqually Board Room 1D2
310 Maple Park Avenue SE, Olympia, WA
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Public Notice
The Commission reserves the right to take action on any item on the agenda, make adjustments to the order of agenda items, and adjust the time of adjournment as needed.
Those wishing to offer comments can do so during the public comment period either in person or virtually, after registering online. To sign up for virtual comment, using the Q&A box found on-screen during the meeting, indicate your name and that you would like to provide comments. Written comments can also be submitted via email at: transc@wstc.wa.gov.
The Commission welcomes all viewpoints and requests speakers be courteous, respectful, and comply with time limitations as specified by the Commission Chair. Unacceptable behavior including vulgar and obscene language, threats, and personal attacks will result in removal from the meeting.
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Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Item 1: 9:00 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 2: 9:05
Public Private Partnerships and Transit – A Look Ahead
Presenters: Bart Treece, Director, Mobility Innovation Center, University of Washington
Huoi Trieu, Director, Zero Emissions Program, King County Metro
Hyun Woo “Chris” Lee, Professor, University of Washington
Findings from a study by the University of Washington and King County Metro exploring the use of public-private partnerships for procurement in electrification projects by transit agencies will be shared.
Public Private Partnerships (pdf 6.4mb)
Break: 10:00
Item 3: 10:15
Washington State Ferries – Charting a New Course
Presenters: Steve Nevey, Assistant Secretary, Washington State Ferries
John Vezina, Senior Director, External Relations, Washington State Ferries
The CEO of Washington State Ferries (WSF) will provide insights into his vision and plans for the future of WSF. WSF staff will also share findings of a recently completed study exploring the possibility of utilizing the GoodToGo! account system at the Fauntleroy Terminal to provide more automation to the fare payment system.
Washington State Ferries (pdf 557kb)
Item 4: 11:00
Mobility Wallet: Transit Innovations in Los Angeles
Presenter: Avi Shavit, Senior Director, Office of Innovation, LA Metro
Jill Gallard, Transportation Planner, City of Los Angeles
An overview of the Los Angeles Department of Transportation’s Mobility Wallet program will be shared. The program, in partnership with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority, provides subsidies that qualified residents can use for transportation services, including public transit, ride-share programs, micromobility options, taxis, and purchases at bike shops.
Universal Basic Mobility Pilot (pdf 579kb)
LA Metro Mobility Wallet (pdf 2mb)
Lunch: 12:00 p.m.
Item 5: 1:00
Performance of Washington’s Tolled Facilities
Presenter: Ed Barry, Director, Toll Division, Washington State Department of Transportation
An update will be provided on the traffic and revenue performance of the state’s tolled facilities for April through June 2024.
Toll Traffic and Revenue Update (pdf 294kb)
Item 6: 1:15
September State Transportation Revenue Forecast
Presenters: Aaron Halbert, Financial Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
Todd Lamphere, Director of Finance and Administration, Washington State Ferries
The latest quarterly transportation revenue forecast results were released in September 2024. An overview of the forecast will be provided with a focus on ferry fare revenues.
September Revenue Forecast-Overview (pdf 379kb)
Ferry Revenue and Ridership Forecast (pdf 231kb)
Break: 1:45
Item 7: 2:00
Update on Homelessness in the Public Right of Way
Presenters: Kris Abrudan, Acting Senior Director, External Relations, Washington State Department of Transportation
Carl Schroeder, Deputy Director, Government Affairs, Association of Washington Cities
An update will be provided on the state’s Encampment Resolution Program, a partnership of state and local partners finding solutions for people living homeless in state highway right of way.
Encampment Resolution Program (pdf 462kb)
Item 8: 2:45
Update on Efforts to Remove Fish Barriers
Presenter: Kim Rydholm, Fish Passage Delivery Director, Washington State Department of Transportation
WSDOT will provide an update on work to reconnect streams, reduce barriers to fish passage and improve the health of waterways under state highways.
Fish Passage Program Update (pdf 2.4mb)
Item 9: 3:30
Update on the Lower Snake River Dam Study
Presenter: Jim Mahugh, Lower Snake River Dam Study Lead, Washington State Department of Transportation
An update will be given on WSDOT’s legislatively directed study of the Snake River from Clarkston to Pasco containing four dams (Ice Harbor, Lower Monumental, Little Goose and Lower Granite). This study includes an analysis of highway, road and freight rail transportation needs, options, and impacts of shifting the movement of freight and goods that currently move by barge to truck and rail.
Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study (pdf 2mb)
Recess: 4:30
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 – Reconvene Day 2
Item 10: 9:00 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 11: 9:05
Public Comment
Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- To sign up for virtual public comment, please put your name and interest in the Q&A box found on screen during the meeting.
- The Commission welcomes all viewpoints and requests speakers be courteous, respectful, and comply with time limitations as specified by the Commission Chair.
Item 12: 9:15
Commission Business
Presenters: Carl See, Deputy Director, Washington State Transportation Commission
Paula Reeves, Senior Policy Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
Aaron Halbert, Financial Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
- September Meeting Summary
- Update on 405/167 Online Open House
- Tolling Report Work Session
- 2024 Annual Report Work Session
Item 13: 10:30
World Cup 2026: Planning & Preparing for Transportation Demands and Impacts
Presenter: Mark Bandy, Transportation Consultant, Kimley-Horn, Seattle FIFA ’26
Seattle and the surrounding region are preparing to host the 2026 World Cup, with Lumen Field serving as the venue for six soccer matches in June and July. This presentation will provide an overview of preparations underway.
World Cup 2026 Transportation Demands and Impacts (pdf 1.4mb)
Item 14: 11:15
WSDOT Secretary’s Report
Presenters: Mike Gribner, Deputy Secretary, Washington State Department of Transportation
An update will be provided on Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) activities.
Item 15: 11:40
Commission Business
- Commission Reflections and Reports
Adjourn: 12:00 p.m.
Next Meeting:
November 13-14, 2024 – Aberdeen, WA
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Title VI Notice to Public
It is the Washington State Transportation Commission’s (WSTC) policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with WSDOT’s Office of Equity and Civil Rights (OECR). For additional information please contact OECR’s Title VI Coordinator 360-705-7090.