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Kingsport MPO adopts state safety targets for performance‑based planning
Summary
The MPO executive board adopted the state-set EM1 safety targets rather than establishing local ones, citing staff capacity and consistency with state metrics. The board approved adopting the state targets by voice vote.
The Kingsport MPO executive board voted to adopt the state safety targets for the EM1 performance measures rather than set unique local targets. Staff explained that Tennessee’s targets are statewide and Virginia’s process provides area‑specific target spreadsheets; given the technical workload and limited local staff capacity, the staff recommended and the board accepted adopting the state targets.
Board members asked questions before moving and seconding the measure; the chair called the vote and members responded 'aye.' No roll-call vote tally was recorded in the transcript. Staff said adopting the state targets commits the MPO to planning and programming projects that contribute toward those safety performance measures and that local agencies can still propose project-level interventions that address safety needs.
Staff noted the usual February schedule for target setting but said the states provided target information earlier this cycle. The board’s action places the MPO on the state timeline for reporting and contributes to regional coordination of safety performance management.
