The TransCom Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) convened on May 28, 2025, in Wasatch County, Utah, to discuss ongoing transportation projects and initiatives. The meeting began with a proposal for a public open house, potentially located near the intermodal center or Lindquist Field, coinciding with a local baseball game to encourage community participation.
The committee reviewed the timeline for project evaluations, noting that letters of intent were submitted in early October, followed by project evaluation reports due in December. The evaluation process spanned from December to March, culminating in recommendations that were presented to TransCom and the regional council in April and May. A draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is set to be prepared in June, with public review and comment scheduled for July. The committee plans to reconvene in August to discuss feedback from the open house and any necessary actions before forwarding recommendations to TransCom for regional council approval for the 2026-2031 TIP.
Following this discussion, Bert Granberg presented on a new web map, bikeways.utah.gov, developed in partnership with various transportation agencies. This tool aims to enhance regional transportation planning by mapping existing biking infrastructure, including on-street bike facilities and trails. The initiative seeks to maintain up-to-date data on biking opportunities, which will aid in prioritizing future projects.
The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions regarding the discussed processes and the new biking map, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and data-driven planning in transportation development. The committee's next steps include gathering public input and preparing for the upcoming TIP cycle.