Transit Improvements

Lead Authority: Public Works – Traffic & Transportation

Goals

• Integrate rail, bus, bicycle and pedestrian networks to improve multimodal travel
• Support expansion of transit services
• Adopt new technologies to address unmet transportation needs

Progress Metrics

• Percentage increase in transit ridership¹
• Decrease in wait times at transit stops¹
• Increased usage of active transportation supporting infrastructure at transit stops²

Implementation Measures

Policy:

• Require new transit stops provide secure bicycle storage

Programs:

• Work with local transit agency to increase transit frequency & service times
• Work in cooperation with Metropolitan Planning Agency and nearby transit agencies to ensure seamless regional transportation transfers
• Partner with smart mobility companies such as TNCs to provide transit alternatives for underserved transit areas and firs/last mile connections
• Provide reduced cost transit passes for low-income residents

Outreach:

• Provide educational materials and demonstrations on how to use new transit alternatives
• Create targeted educational materials on benefits of public transportation aimed at schools, employers, and residential neighborhoods
• Provide effective online resources with transit information including up to date and real time tracking of busses and trains

Funding:

• Low Carbon Transit Operations program
• Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program