In a recent government meeting, significant discussions centered around the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and the contentious inclusion of a gondola project. Mayor Bob Stevenson expressed concerns regarding the gondola's viability, citing overwhelming public opposition—95% of 3,200 comments received were against the gondola. He proposed that the committee adopt the RTP while excluding the gondola, allowing for further study and community input before any final decisions are made.

Stevenson emphasized the importance of maintaining flexibility in the planning process, suggesting that the gondola could be revisited in future updates of the RTP, which occurs every four to five years. He highlighted successful traffic mitigation efforts in nearby Sandy, advocating for local solutions that could be developed in the initial phases of the RTP.

Conversely, other committee members, including Commissioner Stevenson, argued for the necessity of including the gondola in the current plan. They pointed out that the gondola is part of a broader strategy to improve transportation in the canyon areas, which has faced ongoing challenges. They noted that the state legislature has already allocated significant funding for the RTP, and removing the gondola could stall progress on other critical transportation initiatives.

The meeting underscored the tension between public sentiment and the need for comprehensive transportation solutions, with the committee grappling with how to balance community feedback with long-term planning objectives. As discussions continue, the fate of the gondola remains uncertain, with the committee set to vote on the proposed motions in the coming days.