Virtual Meeting Agenda – Olympia, WA
This meeting will be conducted using Zoom Webinar. 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.
Virtual participation requires registration:
Tuesday, March 24 – Register
Wednesday, March 25 – Register
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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.
Public Testimony
Those wishing to offer comments can do so during the public comment period 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.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Item 1: 9:00 a.m.
Public Hearing
Revising the Toll Setting Process
Presenter: Aaron Halbert, Financial Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
In 2025, the Legislature enacted a law exempting the Commission’s toll rate setting process from the Administrative Procedure Act and directed a new process be established by the Commission. In February, the Commission issued its proposed new toll rate setting process for public review.
Today is the final hearing on this matter and the Commission is expected to adopt a new toll setting process.
Hearing Agenda:
A. Review Proposal & Public Input
B. Public Comment Period
- Please put your name and interest in the Q&A box found on screen during the meeting.
- Limit comments to three minutes.
C. Commission Discussion & vote – ACTION
Break: 10:00
REGULAR MEETING
Item 2: 10:15
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 3: 10:20
WSDOT Public Transportation Update
Presenter: Don Chartock, Director, Public Transportation Division, Washington State Department of Transportation
While the State of Washington does not operate a transit system, WSDOT is involved in administering grant programs and other efforts that support transit systems across the state. An update will be provided on the breadth of public transportation work going on within WSDOT.
Item 4: 11:15
Tolled Facility Performance Report
Presenter: Jen Khozikov, Policy, Finance and Forecast Manager, Toll Division,
Washington State Department of Transportation
An update will be provided on the traffic and revenue performance for all state-tolled facilities.
Item 5: 11:30
February State Transportation Revenue Forecast
Presenter: Aaron Halbert, Financial Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
The latest quarterly transportation revenue forecast results were released in February 2026. An overview of the forecast will be provided with a focus on ferry fare revenues.
Lunch: 11:45
Item 6: 1:00
Update on State Safety Trends and Target Zero Implementation
Presenter: Mark McKechnie, External Relations Director, Washington Traffic Safety Commission
An overview of the Washington state traffic safety trends will be provided, along with an update on the state’s Target Zero Plan implementation, improving safety for all road users, and working to reach the goal of zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2030.
Item 7: 2:00
Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study Update
Presenter: Jim Mahugh, Special Projects Program Administrator, Washington State Department of Transportation
In 2023, the Legislature directed WSDOT to conduct an analysis of highway, road and freight rail transportation needs, options and impacts from shifting the movement of freight and goods that currently move by barge through the lower Snake River dams to highways, other roads and rail. This presentation will provide an update on this study which is estimated to be completed later this year.
Item 8: 3:00
Update on I-405 / SR 167 Express Toll Lane Rate Setting
Presenters: Carl See, Deputy Director, Washington State Transportation Commission
Lisa Hodgson, I-405 Program Administrator, Washington State Department of Transportation
The next segment of the I-405 express toll lanes from Renton to Bellevue is slated to open in Summer 2027. A briefing will be provided on the project.
Break: 3:30
Item 9: 3:45
Washington Trucking Associations (WTA) Update
Presenter: Sheri Call, President and Chief Executive Officer, Washington Trucking Associations
An update will be provided on WTA’s work and will address the impacts of recent trends and policies on goods movement to and from the Pacific Northwest.
Item 10: 4:15
WSDOT Secretary’s Report
Presenter: TBD
An update on WSDOT activities will be provided.
Recess: 4:30
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – Reconvene Day 2
Item 11: 9:00 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presenter: Debbie Young, Chair, Washington State Transportation Commission
Item 12: 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 13: 9:15
Commission Business
Presenter: Paula Reeves, Senior Policy Analyst, Washington State Transportation Commission
- February Meeting Summary
- Legislative Wrap-Up
Item 14: 9:45
Oregon Department of Transportation’s Road Usage Charge Program Update
Presenter: Scott Boardman, Innovative Programs Policy Advisor, Oregon Department of Transportation
The State of Oregon is transitioning from a voluntary pay-by-mile program to a mandatory, phased-in Road Usage Charge (RUC) program for electric and high-efficiency vehicles. The Oregon Department of Transportation will provide an overview of changes to the “OReGO”program and discuss broader updates to transportation funding.
Break: 10:30
Item 15: 10:40
New York City’s Congestion Pricing Program
Presenter: Allison C. de Cerreño, Chief Operating Officer, New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority activated the nation’s first congestion pricing program on Jan. 5, 2025. An overview of the program and results over the past year of implementation will be reviewed.
Item 16: 11:45
Commission Business
- Commission Reflections and Reports
Adjourn: 12:00
Next Meeting: In-Person/Virtual – Walla Walla, WA
April 21-22, 2026
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