MPOJC: Urbanized Area Policy Board Meeting (May 27, 2026)

The City of Coralville, Iowa's Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County Urbanized Area Policy Board held a meeting on May 27, 2026, focusing primarily on transportation planning and funding. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the FY27 transportation planning work program and the draft FY27 to FY30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which allocates approximately $40 million over four years for various federally funded road, transit, and local projects. Specific projects funded include street improvements, trail connections, and transit bus replacements across multiple jurisdictions such as North Liberty, University Heights, Iowa City, and Coralville. The board also discussed transit fleet upgrades, noting a shift from fully electric to hybrid buses due to federal policy changes, and addressed challenges related to bus order lead times and costs. Additionally, updates were provided on the public participation plan revision and the long-range transportation plan revision process, emphasizing regional growth data and community coordination. The Safe Streets and Roads for All safety action plan was also reviewed, with a draft expected in July. Motions to approve the work program and TIP were unanimously passed, advancing the procurement and funding plans for upcoming transportation projects.