Spokane City Hall
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99201
This meeting will be conducted in person and will also be accessible via Zoom. Registration is required to attend virtually. For those unable to attend the meeting virtually, please contact the Commission office for assistance at 360-705-7070 or email transc@wstc.wa.gov
Registration:
July 16 – Register
July 17 – Register
Free, temporary internet access is available to those who do not have broadband service in locations throughout the state by finding the nearest Drive-In WiFi Hotspot: www.commerce.wa.gov/building-infrastructure/washington-state-drive-in-wifi-hotspots-location-finder/
Meetings are webcast live on TVW
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.
Public Testimony
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.
Safety First
If you plan to engage in this meeting from your car, we encourage you to do so while parked.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
TOUR
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tour of Local Transportation Facilities
LOCAL MEETING
Item 1: 1:00 p.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 2: 1:15
Local Welcome
Presenter: Lisa Brown, Mayor, City of Spokane
An overview will be provided on local transportation successes and challenges.
Item 3: 1:35
Overview of the State Transportation System
Presenters: Reema Griffith, Executive Director, Washington State Transportation Commission
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
An overview will be provided on the current state transportation system and funding structure.
Item 4: 2:00
Regional Transportation: The Big Picture
Presenter: Lois Bollenback, Executive Director, Spokane Regional Transportation Council
This fast-growing region of the state has a variety of transportation needs centered on public safety, preservation, quality of life, and economic development. An overview of successes and challenges in the region will be provided.
Spokane Regional Transportation Council (pdf 1.2mb)
Break: 2:45
Item 5: 3:00
City of Spokane: Transportation Challenges and Successes
Presenter: Marlene Feist, Director, Public Works, City of Spokane
The City of Spokane will discuss its transportation challenges and recent successes, as well as the planning efforts and agency partnerships shaping the future of transportation throughout the city.
Item 6: 3:45
The Future of Transit Services in the Region
Presenter: Karl Otterstrom, Co-CEO & Chief Planning and Development Officer, Spokane Transit
The Spokane area is leading the state in developing transit-oriented development in response to recent legislation, and Spokane Transit is instrumental in this work. They will discuss their ongoing efforts to establish bus rapid transit on Division Street in the city as well as their move to zero emission services.
Recess: 4:30
5:00 p.m. – Washington Traffic Safety Summit – Walk & Talk Event
7:00 p.m. – Commission Dinner
Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Reconvene Day 2
Item 7: 9:00 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 8: 9:05
Commission Business
- June Meeting Summary
Item 9: 9:15
Economic Development in Spokane
Presenters: Lisa Simpson, Senior Partnership Director, Visit Spokane
Alisha Benson, Chief Executive Officer, Greater Spokane, Inc
Emilie Cameron, Chief Executive Officer, Downtown Spokane Partnership
Three perspectives guiding economic development in Spokane will be shared, highlighting the role and impact transportation has in supporting business, growing the economy, and supporting new housing growth in the area.
Item 10: 10:15
University District Transportation Safety and Needs
Presenter: Juliet Sinisterra, Chief Executive Officer, University District Development Association
With five major universities, two medical school programs, and two community colleges, Spokane’s University District is a fast-growing area. The University District Development Association will talk about recent transportation successes and opportunities as they look ahead.
University District (pdf 6.7mb)
Item 11: 10:45
Spokane Tribe of Indians and Kalispel Tribe of Indians – Transportation Update
Presenter: Megan Heller, Planning Manager, Kalispel Development Company
An update on transportation successes, needs, and opportunities by Spokane Tribe of Indians and Kalispel Tribe of Indians will be presented.
Item 12: 11:15
Washington State Department of Transportation – Eastern Region Update
Presenter: Charlene Kay, Regional Administrator, Eastern Region, Washington State Department of Transportation
An overview will be provided of WSDOT’s Eastern Region, including planned and active projects including the Traffic Management Center and maintenance and preservation in the area.
WSDOT Eastern Region Update (pdf 2.7mb)
Item 13: 11:45
Public Comment
Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- To comment in person, please place your name on the sign-up in the meeting room.
- 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 14: 12:00 p.m.
Washington Transportation Plan Vison 2050/Review Public Comment – ACTION
Presenters: Paula Reeves, Senior Policy Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
Jonathan Overman, Senior Associate, Cambridge Systematics
An overview of comments collected during the public review of the plan will be provided and discussed. Delegation to the Chair and Vice-Chair will be sought to authorize release of the final plan by the end of July.
Washington Transportation Plan (pdf 1.4mb)
Item 15: 12:20
West Coast Transportation Network Scoping Study – ACTION
Presenter: Jonathan Overman, Senior Associate, Cambridge Systematics
The Legislature directed the Commission to carry out an initial assessment and scoping effort to determine the feasibility of creating a future West Coast Transportation Network Plan that would leverage and align West Coast efforts to reduce our collective carbon footprint, improve freight and passenger mobility, and strengthen resiliency. The draft final report of findings and recommendations will be presented, and the Commission will be asked to approve the release of the final report.
West Coast Transportation Network Scoping Study (pdf 757kb)
Item 16: 12:45
Commission Business
- Commission Reflections and Reports
Adjourn: 1:00
Next Meeting:
September 16 & 17, 2025
Wenatchee, WA
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information: Individuals requiring reasonable accommodations may request written materials in alternate formats, sign language interpreters, physical accessibility accommodations, or other reasonable accommodations by contacting the Commission Office at (360) 705-7070 or TransC@wstc.wa.gov. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact the event sponsor through the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1.
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 Equal Opportunity (OEO). For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact OEO’s Title VI Coordinator 360-705-7090.