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This is HB 4085
You can read it on the oregon legislature website and it exempts robotaxis from some equipment requirements and prevents local governments from regulating, taxing, or requiring a license for these networks

#carcentric #transitsky #orleg #transitplanning #waymo
bikeportland.org BikePortland @bikeportland.org · Feb 5
In a statement to BikePortland this morning, Councilor Mitch Green called a bill in the legislature that aims to preempt local regulation of robotaxis, "appalling."

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A showdown looms over robotaxis on Portland streets
It might not be a smooth ride for Waymo.
bikeportland.org
February 5, 2026 at 6:14 PM
citizenptnewsva.bsky.social
CARTA's new transit prioritization study unveils crucial funding scenarios while igniting essential debates over governance and regional collaboration.

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#AlbemarleCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #GovernanceIssues #FundingScenarios
Regional transit prioritization study maps funding scenarios, prompts governance questions
TJPDC and Albemarle staff presented CARTA’s transit prioritization study showing a ranked set of service improvements for a 2030/base scenario and an aspirational legislative‑funded scenario. Supervisors pressed staff on governance, funding allocation, and the relationship between CARTA and existing operators (CAT, Jaunt, MicroCat).
citizenportal.ai
September 24, 2026 at 12:07 PM
corvallisurbanist.bsky.social
Please write your representatives and tell them to redirect funds from Highway expansions (such as the rose quarter) to transit & maintenance

We cannot let safety programs be sacrificed to fund our addiction to building highways

#orleg #transitplanning #urbanplanning #carcentric #transitsky #buses
nomorefreewayspdx.com No More Freeways @nomorefreewayspdx.com · Jan 23
ODOT’s budget is fucked. They could either stop spending hundreds of millions on a doomed freeway expansion that is billions of dollars away from completion or raid the $15m a year program for sidewalks near elementary schools. Guess which Dems are choosing #orpol

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Lawmakers eye Safe Routes to School funding to backfill maintenance hole
They wouldn't come for the kids' money, would they?
bikeportland.org
January 23, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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How can #AugmentedReality help city residents decide on transformational #TransitPlanning? Learn how Central Ohio Transit Authority used experiential storytelling and inCitu AR to inform a historic vote on Columbus' LinkUS plan: www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9wO...
Transit Futures & Immersive Community Engagement - Webinar
YouTube video by inCitu
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December 20, 2024 at 4:06 PM
citizenptnewsva.bsky.social
A new transit study in Albemarle County reveals ambitious plans for 2030 that could reshape local transportation—will your voice influence the future?

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#AlbemarleCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #GovernanceReform #FundingInitiatives
Regional transit study offers prioritized projects and cost scenarios; board focuses on governance and county role
County staff and the Thomas Jefferson PDC presented a CARTA-led transit service prioritization study with 2030 and aspirational scenarios; supervisors praised the collaborative planning but pressed for clearer governance so Albemarle can exert decision-making influence and ensure MicroCAT and county priorities inform future service changes.
citizenportal.ai
September 24, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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Oklahoma City’s ambitious $90 million plan for a new 2,000-space airport parking garage hits a snag as the council votes to defer approval.

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#OK #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #InfrastructureDevelopment #PublicFinance
Council rescinds vote and defers $90M airport parking bond after falling short to waive bidding
Council heard a request to authorize $90 million in Airport Trust revenue bonds for a 2,000-space parking garage backed by parking revenues. The item initially passed 6–1 (the six votes required to incur indebtedness) but lacked the seventh vote needed to waive competitive bidding; the council rescinded that vote and deferred the item two weeks.
citizenportal.ai
September 26, 2026 at 1:12 AM
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A new transit study reveals ambitious plans for 2030 transit improvements in Albemarle County, but key governance and funding questions remain unanswered.

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#AlbemarleCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #GovernanceReform #FundingInitiatives
Regional transit study lays out 2030 and aspirational scenarios; supervisors press governance and funding questions
TJPDC and CARTA staff presented a transit service prioritization study that ranks proposed service improvements under a 2030 base scenario and an aspirational scenario for funding enabled by the legislature; supervisors asked about governance, how priorities shifted, and the relationship between CARTA, CAT and Microcat services.
citizenportal.ai
September 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
corvallisurbanist.bsky.social
The Washington DOT is working on planning future expansion and improvements. Their 2024 preliminary plan can be seen here,
Their simplest alternative aims for 6 daily trips from Eugene to Portland and 8 from Portland to Seattle

#rail #transitsky #transitplanning #trains
wsdot.wa.gov
December 12, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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A new transit vision plan is on the horizon, but will it prioritize equity for all communities?

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#PetalumaCitySonomaCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #EquityMetrics #PetalumaTransit #CommunityEngagement
Committee presses for equity metrics as transit vision and Sonoma Sync move forward
Committee members urged that the upcoming short- and long-range transit vision include measurable equity metrics (geography, age, language) to track impacts of proposed changes and regional coordination under Sonoma Sync.
citizenportal.ai
September 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Sierra Vista City Council takes significant steps forward by approving a vital transit plan and amending key contracts in their latest meeting!

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#SierraVistaCochiseCounty #AZ #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #SierraVistaCityCouncil #DisabilityIssues
Council approves agenda, Title VI transit plan and contract amendment; consent items pass
At its July 9 meeting the Sierra Vista City Council approved the day's agenda, adopted a federally required Title VI transit nondiscrimination plan, amended the city attorney's contract to reflect a 2% salary adjustment, and passed the consent agenda including an appointment and a resignation.
citizenportal.ai
July 12, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Buncombe County is gearing up for a groundbreaking transit study with a $250,000 budget, but $800,000 in federal funds hangs in the balance!

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#BuncombeCounty #NC #CommunityMobility #FederalFunding #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning
County seeks transit study funding; warns $800,000 in federal urban transit funds may be at risk
County staff requested $250,000 (80/20 federal-local match) for an MPO-led transit study to evaluate Mountain Mobility service expansions and coordination with the city's transit study; staff warned roughly $800,000 of urban (5307) funds is at risk of federal rescission and will return to the board in two weeks for action.
citizenportal.ai
January 13, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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Exciting changes are on the horizon for Apex as town staff unveil the Wake Bus Plan, featuring potential new routes that could enhance regional connectivity and local access!

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#ApexWakeCounty #NC #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #CommunityConnectivity #ApexTransportation
Apex board hears Wake Bus Plan routing concepts and urges local survey data
Town staff outlined Wake Bus Plan concepts that could add regional express and connector service through Apex and encouraged board members to take the public survey and request Apex‑filtered results; members flagged local connectivity and stop‑amenity priorities.
citizenportal.ai
September 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Planning holiday travel?

ABQ RIDE has six days each year with no service and a few modified schedules.

Check the holiday calendar before you ride:
https://www.cabq.gov/transit/routes-and-schedules/holiday-service

#ABQRide #TransitPlanning #OneABQ
August 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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The final draft of the Silverdale Center plan is set to reshape the community with exciting new concepts and priorities—are you ready to see what's in store?

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#KitsapCounty #WA #CommunityEngagement #UrbanDevelopment #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning
Final Silverdale Center plan advances to public review; Planning Commission hearing set for Sept. 15
DCD presented the final draft Silverdale Center plan with updated area concepts, implementation priorities (design standards update, multifamily tax exemption study, transit coordination) and a schedule for Planning Commission hearing on Sept. 15 and Board hearings in October/November.
citizenportal.ai
August 22, 2026 at 9:14 AM
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Canton Township officials unveiled exciting new transit options that could transform regional travel, emphasizing the need for community feedback on proposed routes and services.

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#MI #CitizenPortal #PublicEngagement #TransitPlanning #CantonTownship #CommunityInput
Canton‑led town hall previews regional transit options ahead of county millage
Canton Township officials and regional planners presented findings from a seven‑community transit study, highlighting resident priorities — including an express connection to Detroit Metro Airport and links to Ann Arbor and Detroit — and sought public feedback on proposed route adjustments and stop designs.
citizenportal.ai
August 12, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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Key West's transportation update reveals ambitious plans including new hurricane-rated bus shelters and a fresh 'Island Hopper' route, all aimed at enhancing safety and connectivity!

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#KeyWestMonroeCounty #FL #KeyWestTransportation #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #PublicSafety
Key West transportation update highlights Vision Zero counts, bike‑rack installs and $50,000 T‑Mobile grant
Transportation staff reported two fatal crashes (four total) last year, distributed hundreds of lights and helmets, installed three‑position bike racks with BuildLink data, outlined transit route consolidations beginning in January, and said the city received $50,000 from T‑Mobile for four hurricane‑rated bus shelters.
citizenportal.ai
August 11, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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A groundbreaking transit-housing accessibility index is on the way, scoring travel-time access across the county from 1 to 100 – are you ready to discover how accessible your neighborhood really is?

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#CarolineShawanoCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #CarolineTransit
MPO to publish transit–housing accessibility heat map scoring locations 1–100
The Ithaca Tompkins County Transportation Council said it is partnering with a UK firm to publish a transit–housing accessibility index that will map county locations by travel-time access to services and produce a 1–100 score to inform land-use and transit planning.
citizenportal.ai
July 26, 2026 at 4:05 PM
citizenptnewswi.bsky.social
Major changes to Route 75 and new bus stops are set to revolutionize public transit in Madison, improving accessibility for everyone!

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#MadisonDaneCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #PublicTransportation #AccessibilityImprovements #MadisonTransit
Transit officials outline Route 75 updates and new bus stop strategies in Madison
Madison transit officials present changes to Route 75 and additional bus stop locations.
citizenportal.ai
June 12, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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City of Kelowna has a #job opportunity for a Transit Planning Coordinator. Find more info & link to apply at ITE Canada's Job Board: bit.ly/3TlN7kQ

#jobs #hiring #transportation #transit #transitplanning #planning #planner #engineering #engineer
June 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM
citizenptnewsct.bsky.social
A new transit analysis reveals critical improvements that could revolutionize transportation for older adults and individuals with disabilities in the Northwest Hills region!

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#CT #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #CommunityCoordination #AccessibilityImprovements
Transit Study Identifies Key Improvements for Regional Transportation Services
Transit analysis reveals recommendations for better service, including bus stop placement and coordination.
citizenportal.ai
October 8, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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Nampa's rapid growth is reshaping commutes and congestion, with a staggering $11 billion investment gap looming for the future of transportation.

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#NampaCanyonCounty #ID #InfrastructureInvestment #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #NampaTransportation #CommunityGrowth
Compass chief outlines regional growth, transit study and funding shortfalls for Nampa area
Compass executive director Craig Rayborn told the Nampa City Council workshop that the metropolitan planning organization projects steady regional growth, a westward shift in jobs and housing, and large investment needs; he urged local coordination and legislative work to close a multibillion-dollar gap.
citizenportal.ai
November 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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The Boise Design Review Commission is pushing for crucial changes to a mixed-use project, focusing on parking and lighting compliance before granting approval.

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#ID #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityDesign
Ada County Highway District reviews Valley Regional Transit compliance for mixed use development
Commission discusses parking, lighting, and signage plans for mixed use development approval.
citizenportal.ai
July 10, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Have your say in the Rural Transit Feasibility Study led by Lanark County and Smiths Falls. Attend a drop-in or submit feedback online by August 29.
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#RuralTransitFeasibilityStudy #LanarkCounty #SmithsFalls #TransitPlanning #PublicInput
LC Rural Transit Feasibility study seeks public input
Lanark County and Smiths Falls launch a rural transit feasibility study. Share your thoughts by Aug. 29 to help shape future transportation.
www.hometownnews.ca
August 7, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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Seattle is gearing up to host six thrilling FIFA World Cup matches this summer, with a focus on safety, community engagement, and lasting legacies!

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#BellevueKingCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #PublicSafety #BellevueWorldCup #CommunityActivation
Seattle World Cup organizer briefs Bellevue on safety, legacy and fan-zone plans
Seattle FWC 26 told Bellevue council the region will host six World Cup matches this summer; organizers emphasized transit-first planning, regional fan zones, safety coordination with federal and state partners, and community activation tools including training, an events calendar and a 'See and Win' app.
citizenportal.ai
May 1, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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Issaquah City Council is prioritizing urgent road safety upgrades and ambitious transit plans, including a long-awaited light rail project—transforming our transportation future!

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#IssaquahKingCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #TransitPlanning #InfrastructureImprovement
City Council moves to rename East Sunset Trailhead in honor of Senator Bill Ramos
Council members discuss road improvements and light rail planning while proposing trailhead renaming.
citizenportal.ai
June 18, 2025 at 11:15 AM