Transportation Advisory Board Meeting April 13, 2026

The City of Longmont Colorado Transportation Advisory Board met on April 13, 2026, to discuss various transportation and infrastructure topics with a strong focus on procurement and funding updates. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on several grant awards: a $535,000 award from the Colorado Energy Office with a 5% local match, a $400,000 recommended award from the Denver Regional Council of Governments for a bus rapid transit extension project, and a $1.2 million federal grant for transit improvements expected to be finalized in spring 2026. The board also reviewed the Ride Longmont transit service, noting its operational capacity, funding sources, and plans to apply for additional grants to expand service. Additionally, the board discussed amendments to the Longmont Land Development Code regarding bicycle parking standards, with plans to present these amendments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and later to City Council. Vision Zero safety initiatives were also covered, including contracted data analysis and educational workshops, with emphasis on securing federal funding to complete the Vision Zero Action Plan. The meeting included motions to approve interview subcommittees for board candidate interviews and a motion to table further discussion on bicycle parking standards pending Planning and Zoning feedback. Overall, the meeting highlighted ongoing capital improvement projects, grant-funded transportation initiatives, and policy considerations affecting future procurement and infrastructure investments in Longmont.