Colorado Department of Transportation Best Practices Report
This report, developed by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), outlines best practices for Regional Transportation Authorities (RTAs) to support future expansion and strengthen transit funding and services across the state. It synthesizes findings from legislative reviews, local and national research, case studies, and interviews with RTA staff. Key findings address RTA formation, funding, governance, and impact, while recommendations are provided for state legislature, CDOT, prospective RTAs, and supporting organizations to enhance RTA development and long-term success.