The committee meeting addressed the Open and Slow Streets Program, with staff identifying $1 million in previously deobligated funding to support cycle 8 events scheduled between September 2026 and March 2028. The board discussed the importance of these events in transforming public spaces and creating direct connections to upcoming major events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Additionally, a motion was introduced regarding the establishment of key evaluation criteria for allocating funding to support Open Streets events in fiscal year 2028 and beyond, including adjustments to grant amounts, street closure length requirements, and local match requirements.
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The committee meeting addressed several key agenda items, including the appointment of a new member to the Transportation Business Advisory Council. The committee also considered updates to the Open Streets and Slow Streets program, specifically regarding funding authorization for cycle 8 activities and the establishment of new standards for future open streets grant applications. Other agenda items included the designation of official station names for the D-line extension, the development of a plan to expand subsidized transit fare programs to increase participation, and the receipt of updates from the Community Advisory Committee and federal/state legislative reports.
