The meeting agenda includes reports from the Technical Committee, Community Advisory Committee, and the Director, along with Chairman's remarks. Key action items involve the approval of performance measure targets for travel time reliability. Information items include a briefing on draft performance measure targets for highway assets, specifically pavement and bridge conditions. Additionally, a notice item regarding updated project concepts and commitments for the I-495 Southside Express Lanes will be presented, with plans to initiate activities for an air quality conformity analysis revision.
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The board meeting featured a significant public comment session regarding the I-495 Southside Express Lanes project, where members of the public expressed opposition and requested additional analyses on traffic, environmental health, and transit alternatives. Committee reports were provided, addressing federal performance measures for travel reliability and infrastructure, the upcoming Regional Travel Survey, a proposal for Potomac River fast ferry service, and recruitment for the Community Advisory Committee. The Community Advisory Committee reported on discussions surrounding cooperative forecasting and micromobility safety education. Additionally, the staff director announced that the region has achieved attainment status for federal ozone air quality standards.
Sep 16, 2026·Board meeting
Transportation Planning Board Virtual Meeting
The board discussed several items, including public comments regarding the I-95 bidirectional express lanes and safety education for alternative transportation users. The Technical Committee provided reports on DMV move service guidelines, travel time reliability performance measures, and updates to the regional bike and pedestrian plan. The Community Advisory Committee reported on technical assistance programs, while the Access for All Advisory Committee addressed accessibility issues and the relaunch of the Reacher ride program. Additionally, the steering committee reviewed TIP amendments, letters of support for various transit-related grants, and a federally required ozone maintenance plan.
Aug 3, 2026·Board meeting
Access For All Advisory Committee Meeting Report
The committee meeting covered updates from the WMATA Accessibility Advisory Committee liaison, including discussions on Red Line closures, wayfinding signage, and emergency preparedness. An update on the bicycle and pedestrian plan emphasized the development of a low-stress network and micro-mobility integration. A presentation from University Legal Services highlighted their advocacy for individuals with disabilities, housing and legal support, and voting assistance. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Reach-A-Ride program, discussing recommendations to re-tool the platform into a resource to support local mobility managers.
