Spokane Transit Authority

The board meeting agenda included a public hearing regarding the 2027-2032 Transit Development Plan, a recognition of a retiring employee, and various action items on the consent agenda, including final acceptance of several security and infrastructure improvement projects, as well as the award of contracts for transit software and pilot service operations. Additional topics covered included committee reports from the Board Operations, Planning and Development, and Performance Monitoring and External Relations committees, along with a CEO report and an executive session regarding collective bargaining.

This memo details Spokane Transit's financial position and the strategic use of cash reserves to implement the 'Connect 2035' strategic plan. The plan promotes an accessible, reliable, and connected transportation network through over 40 distinct initiatives organized around three strategic goals. It emphasizes disciplined financial stewardship, reliance on voter-approved sales tax, a zero-debt approach, and securing competitive state and federal funding to sustain and expand transit services, ultimately aiming to achieve the plan's goals and initiatives.

The committee meeting agenda includes the consideration of an applicant for membership. Reports to be presented cover the 2027-2032 Transit Development Plan, the 2026 first quarter year-to-date performance measures, ADA Title II and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and STA Proposition 1 education. The CEO will also provide a report followed by committee member expressions and a review of the agenda for the subsequent meeting.

The meeting featured reports on 2026 first-quarter year-to-date performance measures, including ridership and on-time performance data for fixed route and paratransit services. Updates were provided on the Opportunity Fare pilot program, including enrollment statistics and fare revenue data. The committee reviewed the results of a 2026 community perception survey, April 2026 operating indicators, and financial results for the same period. Additionally, the committee reviewed sales tax revenue for May 2026 and discussed the draft agenda for the upcoming committee meeting.

The committee meeting covered multiple strategic topics, including the 2027-2032 Transit Development Plan, providing an overview of service improvements, capital investments, and financial projections. Reports were presented on the Facilities Master Plan Phase 2 and an update on the Five Mile Mobility Hub Study. Additionally, the committee reviewed the draft agenda for the upcoming meeting, received a CEO report on agency performance, and discussed current projects such as Transit Oriented Development and Bloomsday shuttle operations.