Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada

This plan outlines the strategic direction for developing a safe, interconnected, and comprehensive non-motorized transportation system across the Las Vegas Valley for the period of 2009-2030. Key priorities include providing viable alternatives to motorized travel, enhancing mobility and air quality, and promoting public health through the development of paths, enhanced sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and routes. The plan focuses on improving infrastructure, ensuring continuous access to transit, reducing pedestrian and bicycle crashes, securing dedicated funding, and implementing regional design standards for alternative mode travel.

The board meeting included public comment sessions regarding agenda items, bus stops, and contract extensions. The Board recognized individuals with the Crystal Bus Award for their contributions to maintenance operations and community health, safety, and outreach. Updates were provided on transit ridership, safety and security statistics, and the recent sale of property by the Nevada Department of Transportation to the City of Las Vegas.

This document details the travel demand model methodology and air quality conformity analysis for the Regional Transportation Plan 2021-2050. It outlines the procedures for forecasting travel demand and mobile source emissions, incorporating population and employment projections. Key areas include the air quality conformity process for Carbon Monoxide (CO), Particulate Matter 10 (PM10), and Ozone, and the assessment of transportation improvement impacts such as Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) and travel time savings.

This Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan for Southern Nevada outlines existing and proposed facilities for active transportation. It incorporates extensive data analysis on topics such as mode share, safety, and socio-economic indicators. The plan details public outreach efforts, technical guidance for facility selection, and various funding options, all aimed at achieving the region's bicycling and pedestrian goals.

The Regional Plan for Pedestrians and Cyclists for Southern Nevada aims to develop a safe, well-connected, and practical system for pedestrians and cyclists, serving as a viable transportation and recreation resource to achieve regional economic, educational, environmental, and health goals. Key objectives include enhancing comfort and safety through comprehensive infrastructure development for all ages and abilities, improving accessibility to community destinations and public transport, fostering education and awareness of walking and cycling, and addressing equity and health impacts by supporting disadvantaged neighborhoods. The plan outlines recommendations for approximately 2,023 miles of infrastructure, prioritizing high-comfort facilities, and identifies funding and implementation strategies for efficient execution.