The Transportation Coordinating Committee meeting held on February 20, 2025, focused on several key transportation projects in Wasatch County, Utah, with significant discussions surrounding funding reallocations and project updates.

One of the primary topics was the 5600 West Core bus route project, which has been in development since 2010. The project aims to create a no-transfer transit service from New Bingham to Salt Lake International Airport, enhancing connectivity to downtown and other regional job centers. The committee discussed redirecting $2 million originally allocated for the project to expand a compressed natural gas (CNG) facility, which will support the buses operating on this route. This strategic move is expected to optimize funding efficiency, with additional resources identified for right-of-way and construction costs.

In related news, the Salt Lake County Council recently approved a local option transportation sales tax, which will generate approximately $12 million for the 5600 West project, further supporting its development.

The meeting also addressed the Sound Well Trail project in Tooele County, which will now focus on constructing a bike and pedestrian facility from Village Boulevard to Mill Pond Park due to funding constraints. The total project cost is estimated at $668,000, with federal and local funds already secured for this phase.

Another significant project discussed was the Cays Creek Trail bike-ped overpass in Layton, which aims to bridge gaps in connectivity to the FrontRunner station. The project has encountered a funding shortfall of approximately $3.5 million, prompting requests for additional funding from the committee.

Additionally, the committee reviewed a request for $3.5 million in funding for the reconstruction of two structures on I-84 over the Weber River and Union Pacific Railroad, bringing the total project cost to over $55 million.

Lastly, the Riverfront Parkway project in South Jordan is seeking an additional $1.4 million to cover increased costs due to design changes and market conditions, raising the total project budget to $4.8 million.

The meeting concluded with a focus on the importance of these projects for enhancing transportation infrastructure and connectivity in the region, with several initiatives poised to move forward in the coming months.