Work with the Regional Transportation Commission and other partners to develop a comprehensive transit master plan, which focuses on enhanced services that supplement existing routes.
Sub-ObjectivesPursue light rail and improved transit options in low and moderate income areas, including improvements to make walking and biking pleasant, safe and viable transportation options.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)FAST
-FAST will take a support role in the implementation of this objective.
-Partnerships are in development with ride share companies (Uber and Lyft) to close the “one mile gap” to/from public transit.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
MPO-Planning along with MPO-Engineering will take a lead role for the implementation of this objective.
General Management and Finance
This topic is currently being discussed.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC’s “On Board” study underway – will identify potential high capacity transit corridors; RTC exploring light rail along Maryland Parkway corridor; Bicycle and pedestrian improvements are a major component to light rail/TOD infrastructure; SNS prioritizing eTOD to ensure displacement of low- and middle-income residents is minimal; Safety is key component in the RTC’s updated Regional Transportation Plan; RTC’s Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan (RBPP) includes recommendations for improvements across the region
Leverage recently completed transit infrastructure projects as a foundation to develop a comprehensive transit master plan.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Incorporate land use, multi-modal transportation and air quality planning considerations into future updates of the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) multi-modal transportation plan.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
The department is currently calibrating the Travel Demand Model with new functionalities to include specific information on employment areas, regional freight movement, and tweaks for transit sensitivities.
Develop implementation criteria by which future corridors will be prioritized including: potential ridership, economic development/Transit Oriented Development (TOD) potential, proximity to jobs, housing and education, enhanced quality of life, and integration with the bike and pedestrian network.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
MPO-Planning and Transit Planning will take a lead role, and MPO-Engineering will provide a support role for the implementation of this objective.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
MPO-Planning is developing an interactive Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) viewer, which will allow the department to correlate data such as safety and congestion.
Transit Planning
-Have identified and ranked 33 routes for improvements, which will be included in the 10-year plan.
-Focus is on improving routes that provide economic sense, jobs and other benefits to include in the 10-year plan.
Develop a strategy to combine public input and best practices to support the decisionmaking process when considering the locations and alignments of multi-modal connections to the airport and other destinations.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) Mid 2017 Update
MetroQuest survey for the RTC’s Regional Transportation Plan gathered more than 7000 responses; More than 4000 responses were gathered as part of the RTC’s Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan; RTC’s On Board public engagement has resulted in more than 10,000 survey responses (as of September); Public engagement on the RTC’s Maryland Parkway study will be done following the release of the Environmental Assessment; In all instances, public input is used to inform projects
Continue to evaluate Maryland Parkway as a BRT or rail corridor under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), with consideration given to the implementation strategies identified in the Maryland Parkway Opportunity Site study.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
MPO-Engineering is leading the effort to evaluate Maryland Parkway as a transit corridor.
Mid 2017 Update
NEPA expected to be completed and released by end of 2017
Identify lines that would have increased frequency, limited stops, express, bus rapid transit (BRT), and light rail services.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)FAST
New traffic cameras are being installed with projects such as the Flamingo Corridor Improvements to improve operations.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
MPO-Planning will take part in the identification of lines that would be best suited to incorporate increased frequency, limited stops, and other transit services.
Transit Planning
Currently identified in the High Capacity Transit Plan.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC’s “On Board” plan will identify potential high capacity transit lines
Designate a baseline transit network and set of operating standards that can serve as the foundation of the transit system.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Improve the rider experience by locating stops away from adjacent travel lanes, offering robust lighting, and making other site considerations that maximize visibility and safety.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Paratransit and Specialized Services
Paratransit is currently working on assessing locations to bus access, line of sight, stop placement and other elements in order to improve riders’ experience.
Transit Amenities
Shelters have been installed at every location where the Right of Way (ROW) easement is available.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC’s Transit Safety Study was updated in 2013; Bus shelters are being upgraded to RTC standards; Bus stops are being moved back 5 feet where possible; Bus shelter lighting is being retrofitted; Solar panels are being added to bus shelters; RTC Customer Satisfaction Index score in Ridership Survey is at all-time high (106.5) and has increased each of the past four surveys; By end of 2017, RTC will have pushed back all the shelters it can with the available right of way; RTC will continue working with private property owners to push back other shelters; RTC is currently investigating technology options to improve pedestrian safety, generated through a request for information (RFI) that was issued in the fall of 2016
Update design standards to create wider sidewalks with street trees, benches, trash receptacles, streetlighting, and other streetscape amenities along key transportation corridors to make walking to transit stops more welcoming for riders and to shield them from heat during extreme temperatures.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsMetropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
The Clark County Area Uniform Standard Drawings are actively revised to incorporate updated design standards for mobility, accessibility and safety considerations.
Paratransit and Specialized Services
Mobility training, path of travel, and feedback from users is conducted to better document the path of travel.
Transit Amenities
Involved with the design of the complete streets concept and most have been very receptive.
Coordinate with relevant agencies to pursue interstate regional passenger rail service.
Lead Organization: State Agencies Mid 2017 Update
Xpress West was selected as preferred operator of proposed rail; Nevada High Speed Rail Authority, formed in 2015, is tasked with facilitating the implementation of a high-speed rail system connecting southern California and southern Nevada
Identify and pursue the use of complementary alternative funding sources for mass transit improvements, including national public and private funds, and existing local and state funds that are intended for public purpose and positive outcomes in the areas of: economic development or growth; green infrastructure; environmental protection; land conversion; urban land development; access to jobs, housing and education for low or moderate income individuals (LMI); and public health.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)General Management and Finance
Partnerships with groups interested in education, brownfield development, and transit-oriented development will be sought.
Support safe neighborhood connections in marginalized communities.
Sub-ObjectivesAnalyze the feasibility of transit stations with bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure provisions adjacent to existing and future mixed-income developments.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Consider partnerships between the RTC and private developers to create Park & Ride facilities in outlying areas that could provide access to express transit services and reduce travel time.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
Existing partnerships include: Eastside Cannery Casino Hotel, Eldorado Casino, College of Southern Nevada, Nevada State College, Cannery Casino and Hotel, Suncoast Hotel and Casino, and the Fiesta Rancho Hotel and Casino.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC policy calls for partnerships with private developers with excess parking in the valley; Park & Ride locations include: Fiesta Henderson and Suncoast Casino
Ensure that transit amenities are supported by ADA/PROWAG-compliant pedestrian facilities, universal design, and adequate directional signage.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Paratransit and Specialized Services
Awareness to the American Disabilities Act (ADA) needs should be brought up at mobility trainings.
Revise and develop bus stop/station design standards based on passenger volumes, locations, and other characteristics
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Reduce the dependence on paratransit through facility enhancements and education about the transit system for people with disabilities or limited mobility.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Government Affairs, Media and Marketing
-Promote and educate through the Mobility Training Center (MTC).
-Through the MTC, multi-lingual messaging is standard in providing information to users.
Paratransit and Specialized Services
Customers are the focus. The Mobility Training Center (MTC) is about community and improving transportation options and independence.
Mid 2017 Update
Mobility Training Center developed by RTC to help Southern Nevadans, especially senior residents and persons with disabilities, learn how to best utilize RTC fixed route transit services, as well as obtain Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Paratransit certification; ADA qualified riders can ride fixed route for free; RTC is working to update and make shelters more accessible; RTC planning to launch TNC pilot for paratransit riders in late 2017
Support the RTC to secure funding for the expansion, operation and maintenance of transit systems and routes.
Sub-ObjectivesPursue funding opportunities for system completion, right-of-way acquisition, and implementation through federal, state, and local sources.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Identify and pursue creative funding strategies to better balance transportation investments between roadway, transit, bike and pedestrian improvements.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Promote community pride in marketing and promotional materials with the idea that the region's transportation system should be a source of community pride.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Continue to monitor effectiveness of communication methods with priority target audiences and enhance outreach efforts to raise awareness of existing services.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) Mid 2017 Update
RTC conducts focus groups and transit surveys to gauge satisfcation; Customer Satisfaction Index score in Ridership Survey is at all-time high (106.5) and has increased each of the past four surveys; RTC captures data on rider preferencess with regard to marketing and messaging; RTC engages in media campaigns to educate riders on new services; SNS is in the process of developing a public engagement toolkit to better capture community input
Strive to provide effective, efficient, and equitable service to all individuals regardless of their ability to speak, read, or write English.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Integrate future land-use planning with existing and future transportation improvements
Sub-ObjectivesEnsure coordination between local governments and the RTC to evaluate frequent service transit corridors for potential designation as Transit Oriented Development (TOD) areas.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsMetropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
-The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) is under development, which includes a survey to collect information on the millennial population, data analysis (including traffic safety), and the impacts of ride share options.
-A Maryland Parkway Work Group has been formed.
Pursue an analysis of the economic benefits of transit to highlight the importance of fixed transit lines in economic development and redevelopment.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Transit Planning
Currently identified in the High Capacity Transit Plan.
Consider using space/land dedications or impact fees for transit amenities that support employment centers, such as multi-modal centers, transit centers, bike lanes, etc.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsTailor parking requirements to encourage more concentrated development in mixed-use areas, reflect actual demand, and increase development feasibility.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsMetropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
Currently working with Clark County on the RTC Parking Demand Study that assesses the parking demand and verifies what locals need to match that demand. The study should consist of two phases.
Require interim sidewalks along incomplete roadways, when feasible.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsImplement policies and design concepts that encourage safety and ease of movement for pedestrians and cyclists.
Sub-ObjectivesWork with the RTC to implement a regional system of fully multi-modal interconnected arterial and local streets, pathways and bikeways that are integrated with public transit in order to increase mode share.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
Ongoing effort for MPO-Engineering and Planning.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
-Updating the bike/pedestrian plan.
-Ongoing development on the Spencer Greenway bike and pedestrian trail.
-School walk audits are being conducted. The City of North Las Vegas needs help in terms of more crossing guards.
Transit Amenities
Developers construct pads and turnouts.
Enhance safety for marginalized groups, taking into consideration the particular needs of vulnerable populations, such as the homeless, unemployed, underemployed and other marginalized groups.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Transit Amenities
Through the use of their website and mobile app, Transit Amenities has been working on enhancing the safety of its users while taking into consideration marginalized groups.
Ensure that information about transportation options is available and distributed in creative ways to promote and educate Southern Nevada's most vulnerable populations, such as homeless, unemployed, underemployed and other marginalized groups.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
-Club Ride targets employers rather than the individuals and participates in community outreach events (health fairs, vendor fairs, etc.) as a way to share information about different transportation options available.
-Club Ride is open to help other population groups, but it is hard to verify their ridership for distribution of prizes.
Pursue a pedestrian safety study to identify priority locations with high pedestrian vehicle conflicts to focus retrofit plans, conduct an incident management analysis, and define crash hot spots.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Transit Amenities
Transit Amenities has been working with the Boulder Highway Coalition to identify pedestrian safety zones.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
This study has been completed.
Mid 2017 Update
Southern Nevada Transportation Safety Study completed in 2015 by RTC; RTC’s Boulder Highway Study will examine pedestrian safety; Safety is a priority in the RTC’s updated Regional Transportation Plan; RTC’s Pedestrian Infrastructure Inventory & Analysis identidied hot spots and recommended improvement; RTC’s crash report identifies hot spots and includes details on crashes
Develop a regionally-shared traffic safety database.
Lead Organization: State AgenciesMetropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
The RTC recently completed the Southern Nevada Transportation Safety Plan and is working with the Nevada Department of Transportation to develop a regional traffic safety database.
Work with local bike groups and transportation advocates to update the RTC's multi-modal transportation plan and identify strategies to increase safety and make walking and bicycling more viable as primary transportation modes.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
Club Ride will work with the Bicycle and Community Outreach Coordinator and follow up on what has already been accomplished in relation to this objective.
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Planning
The department is working on an updated bike/pedestrian plan with school walk audits.
Mid 2017 Update
Updated Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan aims to make walking and bicycling more viable as primary transportation modes; Bike Share launched in downtown Las Vegas; Bicycling & Pedestrian network was included in RTC’s updated Regional Transportation Plan
Establish an off-street bicycle parking policy which considers security, placement, quality of facilities, and provision of signs directing bicyclists to the parking facilities.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsClub Ride
Club Ride will check with member employers to assess bike-friendly work environments (showers, lockers, etc.). The data collected will then be provided to the Bicycle and Community Outreach Coordinator.
Mid 2017 Update
Clark County (CC), City of North Las Vegas (CNLV), and City of Henderson (COH) all incentize bike parking; CNLV and COH have required bike parking (for new development); RTC’s Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan includes developing bike parking policy as a recommendation; CC Parking Study includes bike parking recommendations (though study has yet to be adopted)
Increase funding strategies for investments in the bicycle and pedestrian network.
Sub-ObjectivesIn coordination with Clark County School District (CCSD), support Safe Routes to Schools and identify funding sources for all aspects of Safe Routes to Schools programs.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
Club Ride will work with CCSD to sign up schools.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC provides funding for Safe Routes to Schools program; FRI and CMAQ funds help fund aspects of program; Southern Nevada Health District also helps fund improvements
Develop financial or regulatory incentives for development projects that include multi-modal transportation infrastructure in low-income communities.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsConsider alternative funding sources to connect the bicycle and pedestrian network to the transit network.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
Club Ride currently provides Easy Rider passes, payroll tax deductions, and monthly prizes, which can be considered as alternative funding sources for commuters.
General Management and Finance
RTC’s Bike Share system, being launched in late Summer 2016, will provide a self-service rental service of 180 bicycles with 18 stations in the first phase of the program.
Coordinate with and continue to support the Outside Las Vegas Foundation and the Regional Open Space and Trails Working Group to integrate priorities into local ordinances and/or comprehensive plans and support the development and funding of the trails system and supporting programs.
Lead Organization: Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition (SNRPC)Continue to implement the RTC's public education campaign on multi-modal transportation and pursue a campaign on the Region's transportation vision.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Promote educational opportunities to the local engineering and planning community on the role of design and land use in pedestrian safety, such as an educational event about how to repurpose right-of-way, and design streets and streetscapes as amenities.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Celebrate accomplishments through special events and community outreach activities (e.g., cyclovias, family rides, etc.).
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
Club Ride currently staffs a booth at health fairs, vendor fairs, and other events.
Mid 2017 Update
RTC hosted a Bike Share launch event in partnership with the City of Las Vegas; RTC generated Bike Share media coverage by celebrating its 10,000th Bike Share rider; City of Henderson holds annual Stroll & Roll cyclovia; Various cycling events and awareness rides are held across the region (e.g., SoNev Bicycle Coalition holds Gears & Beers Ride; RTC Toy Ride; Ghost Ride); Southern Neavda Health District’s press release regarding the completion of RTC’s Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan generated media coverage
Establish a road network with improved and acceptable local and regional connectivity and traffic congestion levels.
Sub-ObjectivesEvaluate planned transportation infrastructure to reflect the land use vision.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Revise and adopt regional and local design standards to include multi-modal street design, safety and improved access management.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsMetropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)-Engineering
The Clark County Area Uniform Standard Drawings are actively revised to incorporate updated design standards.
Pursue a regional policy change to require roadways to be designed for target speeds as recommended in the Complete Streets Design Guidelines for Livable Communities, based on the context of the corridor and overall safety and comfort of all users, including pedestrians and bicyclists, and require justification for all target design speeds and speed limits.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsConsider the potential impacts of the development of the I-11 corridor currently being studied by the Arizona and Nevada Departments of Transportation.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsFAST
Deployment of ITS features such as cameras, fibers, and dynamic message signs for the I-11 corridor are being considered.
Overhaul design standards to support multiple modes and support healthy lifestyles, with special attention to the Regional's extreme summer temperatures.
Sub-ObjectivesWorking with local stakeholders, support more stringent criteria to justify roadway capacity expansion and ensure that any capacity expansions accommodate viable multi-modal transportation options.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsFAST
Using crowd-sourcing apps (WAZE) to collect real-time travel data.
Ensure that all traffic studies provide a justification for roadway capacity and speed limit.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsMetropolitan Planning Organization-Planning
-MPO-Planning is working towards 4 tiers of congestion management which include:
-The goal is to transition to something more quantitative to develop a new way of project prioritization.
Consider a regional review of RTC's TIP and local road CIPs to justify project needs.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Promote "complete streets" cross section revisions whenever corridor reconstruction or reconfiguration occurs. Activities could include removing block walls, limiting cul-de-sacs, increasing sidewalk and bike lane widths, reducing curb cuts, and limiting driveways.
Lead Organization: Local Governments Mid 2017 Update
Complete Streets cross sections are being implemented at various location where tradeoffs are minimal; City of North Las Vegas adopted a Complete Streets policy; City of Henderson’s Master Transportation Plan promotes Complete Streets cross sections
Develop a road diet/retrofit plan for road networks in Southern Nevada to improve connectivity and access for multiple modes, starting with areas identified through the pedestrian safety study.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsFAST
FAST will support this objective and bring assets along to help achieve it.
Develop neighborhood and regional connectivity ratios/standards.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsEncourage the development of design standards and land use policies that require investments in low-income or at-risk communities to include the basic attributes such as sidewalks, adequate lighting, street trees, and other strategies to create walkable communities, with special attention to designing for shade and heat absorbent materials to provide respite to transit riders.
Lead Organization: Local GovernmentsReduce transportation-related emissions of ozone and carbon monoxide.
Sub-ObjectivesConsider collaborating with state regulatory agencies and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to strengthen the standard for vehicle emission.
Lead Organization: State AgenciesReduce vehicle miles traveled to reduce mobile emissions and therefore improve regional air quality.
Lead Organization: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)Club Ride
-Club Ride takes a lead role on this objective.
-To meet this objective Club Ride plans to sign up new employment centers and companies into the program.
Mid 2017 Update
Annual vehicle miles traveled dropped 2.1% from 2014 to 2015 (most current data), according to NDOT report, which would correlate to a reduction in vehicle emissions; Annual percentage of “Good” air quality days (according to AQI) have increased since 2012, according to Clark County’s Department of Air Quality
Promote responsible auto use, including refueling motor vehicles after sunset to prevent gasoline fumes from interacting with sunlight, and keeping vehicle engines finely tuned.
Lead Organization: State Agencies