A new regional transportation service is set to drive Greater Victoria into the future.
The Capital Regional District (CRD) approved establishing the new service through an alternative approval process, finalized during its June 11 board meeting.
The goal is to develop a unified regional transportation vision, develop new programs, expand data and analysis, coordinate regional policies, and manage trails and infrastructure.
“A regional approach will improve connectivity across municipalities, strengthen coordination, and ensure our transportation system can meet future needs. A more coordinated system also means better and more accessible travel experiences, whether by walking, bike, bus, or car,” board chair Cliff McNeil-Smith said in a news release.
The first step following the service establishment is to integrate existing transportation functions under one umbrella, including transportation planning functions and regional trails management. The new service will develop a new long-term Regional Transportation Plan to identify regional transportation priorities.
“One cohesive voice on transportation will better attract provincial and federal investments, ensuring our communities receive the infrastructure they need,” said Dean Murdock, chair of the CRD Transportation Committee.
For more information visit www.crd.ca/transportation.
