DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FILE TYPE: Regular Information
TITLE
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Discussion On Transit In Dakota County
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Discuss current transit issues in Dakota County and provide direction to staff on topics for further discussion at a planned transit workshop on October 29, 2024.
SUMMARY
To provide a safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system that meets the needs of all people, Dakota County has supported transit in a variety of ways (Attachment: County Transit Roles). In recent years, transit within the region has experienced many changes including post-pandemic ridership, new types of services, and new funding sources.
The County Board has requested a discussion of transit within the County to identify roles and priorities moving forward. Staff will give an overview of transit in the County including updated data on recent ridership and trends, new funding sources for transit in the region, and guidance from the Dakota County 2040 Transportation Plan on County roles in transit initiatives. Staff will seek County Board feedback on issues of interest for a more detailed discussion at a planned workshop on October 29, 2024.
RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Information only; no action requested.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
☒ None ☐ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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Information only; no action requested.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: County Transit Roles
BOARD GOALS
☒ A Great Place to Live ☐ A Healthy Environment
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☐ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Erin Laberee
Author: Gina Mitteco