OC Legislature's Transportation Task Force Committee 6/15/26 @ 2:30p

The Orange County New York Legislature's Transportation Task Force Committee met on June 15, 2026, to discuss various transportation initiatives and updates. Key procurement-related topics included the upcoming bid release for new bus procurement and plans for bus shelter installations in coordination with the City of Newburgh. The committee also reviewed advanced transportation technologies such as adaptive signal control and micro transit services aimed at improving traffic flow and public transit flexibility. Additionally, the committee discussed the Route 17 highway expansion project, highlighting concerns about its $1.4 billion cost, potential environmental impacts, and the possibility of reallocating funds toward alternative transportation investments like transit, bike paths, and local infrastructure improvements. The meeting emphasized the need for public participation in upcoming transit studies and the exploration of grant and federal funding opportunities for local connector trails and transit enhancements.