WFRC introduces needs-based phasing and 'exploratory concepts' for RTP 2027–2055

Aug 5, 2026

Jory Johner of WFRC outlined a two-track phasing approach for the 2027–2055 Regional Transportation Plan—needs-based versus revenue-constrained—and introduced an "exploratory concepts" project category; WFRC requested feedback via an online map ahead of fall workshops.

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Jory Johner of the Wasatch Front Regional Council briefed the TAC on the upcoming Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) update for 2027–2055. He said the plan will separate project timelines into two phasing approaches: when infrastructure is actually needed ("needs-based phasing") and when funding is anticipated (revenue-constrained phasing). Johner also described a new "exploratory concepts" category intended to capture long-term ideas that are not yet scheduled.

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