March 8, 2018
 
Summary of public comments on the draft Regional Transportation Plan
 
PSRC has received more than 800 individual comments on the draft Regional Transportation Plan. The comments cover topics including equity, emerging transportation technology, toll and road usage charges, climate change, road capacity and more. A total of 152 respondents commented on the plan, including individuals, local jurisdictions, business organizations, nonprofits, and advocacy groups. The Transportation Policy Board heard a  presentation on the comments , which are posted on the  PSRC website. A searchable spreadsheet of all comments by category, including a draft response, is provided. 
 
For more information, contact Kelly McGourty at (206) 971-3601 or kmcgourty@psrc.org .
 
Coordination with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency on the Four-Part Greenhouse Gas Strategy
 
PSRC's Four-Part Greenhouse Gas Strategy was first adopted as part of Transportation 2040 in 2010, including the four elements of land use, choices, pricing and technology. The strategy has been revised to reflect current conditions, including the advancements since 2010 in fuel economy standards and implementation activities within the other elements of the strategy, as well as the revised policies and investments contained in the draft plan. It also identifies additional emission reductions that might be achieved within each of the four elements, beyond the policies and investments included in the draft plan. PSRC has been working closely with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency on an analysis of strategies and consistent information, and the Transportation Policy Board heard a presentation from the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency on their efforts related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
 
For more information, please contact Kelly McGourty at 206-971-3601 or kmcgourty@psrc.org.
 
In other business, the board:
  • Recommended adoption of a Routine Amendment to the 2017-2020 Transportation Improvement Program.
  • Recommended Full Certification of the Comprehensive Plan for Milton.