Through discussions with the STA Board of Directors and the community, several projects identified in Connect 2035 warrant adjustments to their timelines or description, plus one potential addition to Connect 2035. They include:
- Recognizing the desire and the ability for earlier implementation of the Mobility on Demand pilot projects, with timelines being adjusted to a 2026 launch year
- Revising the project description for future High Performance Transit (HPT) planning in Spokane Valley to bring it in alignment with Connect Spokane
- Expanding the description of Facilities Master Plan implementation to align with the outcomes of the Phase 1 planning effort and the findings of Phase 2 to focus essential support facilities instead of a future clean energy campus
- Adjusting the description for the implementation of the Zero Emission Vehicle Transition Plan to align with the findings of Phase 2 of the Facilities Master Plan
Introducing the Community Van program whereby a van or other passenger vehicle is made available to an identified partner organization to provide mobility assistance for targeted groups or individuals that align with the partner organization’s mission and programs.
Anticipated Timeline for Proposed Amendments
The anticipated timeline for the preparation, review, and board adoption of the amendments is as follows:
Month | Activity |
March 2026 | Planning & Development Committee: Introduce full redline of amendments to Connect 2035 for review and discussion Board of Directors: Public hearing on proposed amendments on March 19, 2026 |
April 2026 | Planning & Development Committee: Present final amendments and draft resolution for recommendation to full board Board of Directors: Adopt by resolution plan amendments |