June 17, 2026 MPO Coordinating Committee Meeting

The Erie County MPO Coordinating Committee held a meeting on June 17, 2026, focusing primarily on transportation improvement programs and related infrastructure projects. Key procurement-related discussions included administrative modifications to the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), such as funding allocations for bridge and road projects like the US20 Chestnut Street to Cumberland Road and the Conrail Bridge project. The committee approved amendments to project scopes and funding reallocations, including the removal of the Port Access local federal aid route from the TIP and redirecting excess funds to the Wesleyville Uklid Boulevard project. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved the 2027-2030 TIP, air quality conformity resolutions, and a Title VI non-discrimination public participation plan. Procurement actions included awarding a bridge construction contract to Shivers Construction Company for approximately $370,715, which was under budget. Updates were provided on upcoming signal upgrades, bridge projects, and studies for interchange improvements. The meeting also featured presentations on regional trail development and transit system planning, highlighting potential federal grant opportunities and emphasizing the economic impact of trail and transit infrastructure. The committee discussed ongoing efforts to improve transit service efficiency and infrastructure, including plans for a new multimodal transfer center. Overall, the meeting involved multiple motions and votes related to project funding, contract awards, and program approvals essential to Erie County's transportation infrastructure development.