RTC Interlocal Agreements. What are they? (Reno City Council 2.25.26)

The City of Reno held a discussion on March 2, 2026, focusing on the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) interlocal cooperative agreements that authorize a comprehensive program of transportation projects within the city. Key procurement-related topics included the allocation of approximately $7.5 million for preventative road maintenance, $2 million for corrective maintenance, and $6.5 million for a major road rehabilitation project on Keystone Avenue starting in spring 2027. Additionally, $4 million was designated for intelligent transportation system upgrades to improve traffic flow through technology such as fiber optic communication between signals. Larger projects in design phases include a $15 million Keystone safety project and a $20 million Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project on Virginia Street, both scheduled for construction in 2029. Importantly, these projects are funded through the RTC without requiring financial contributions from the City of Reno, thus not increasing the tax burden on residents. The meeting also previewed a potential council vote on upgrading 50 signalized intersections with ADA-compliant audible pedestrian signals, funded through community technical engineering standards.