Solano Transportation Authority

The Technical Advisory Committee meeting agenda includes updates on State Route 37 and State Route 12/113 corridor projects, and discussions on TDA funding matrices for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Key action items involve authorizing TDA fund claims for SolTrans, recommending topics for a future Solano Express study session, and receiving informational updates on dredging, mobility programs, and state legislative matters.

The council discussed the Solano County One Bay Area Grant Cycle 4 Call for Projects and considered a request to authorize a Letter of Support for the Solano Mobility Programs $1.2 Million Grant Application. Furthermore, the meeting addressed the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Transportation Development Act Matrix for claims involving Solano Transportation Authority, Solano County, and the city of Suisun City. Transit operator updates from various local agencies were also included on the agenda.

The committee discussed updates on the Solano Coordinated Call for Projects, including the One Bay Area Grant Cycle 4, Solano Community Action Resource and Empowerment Funding Program, Transportation Development Act Article 3, and the Transportation Fund for Clean Air 40% Fund Program. Discussions also covered the final drafts of the Comprehensive Transportation Plan Element Project Lists and the potential submission of e-bike safety to the STA 2027 Legislative Platform.

The joint meeting of the SR 12 and SR 113 Corridor Subcommittees focused on corridor planning activities. The agenda included presentations on project objectives and the scope of work for consultants. Informational and discussion items covered the structure and appointment of a project leadership team, defining the corridor area and physical limits, determining the planning time horizon, identifying corridor-specific issues and opportunities, and establishing overall corridor goals.

The board meeting addressed several key financial and operational items, including the approval of the Overall Work Plan for FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28, a revised amendment for the Solano Express Intercity Transit Funding and Cost-Sharing agreement, and the programming of TDA and STAF funds. Discussions also covered the release of a Request for Proposals for on-demand wheelchair-accessible vehicle services, the appointment of members to the Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Paratransit Coordinating Council, and updates on the Regional Transportation Impact Fee. Legislative updates and reports on the Comprehensive Transportation Plan were also provided.