Public Engagement

Public Outreach Built WTP Vision 2050

The update process serves as a strategic evaluation of existing policies, addressing emerging transportation trends and incorporating innovative practices.

The Commission conducted an extensive public engagement and outreach process to inform the update of Vision 2050. Feedback from statewide transportation partners and experts was gathered at in-person and virtual meetings.

Below are milestone events and efforts.

• Statewide Survey Report – Our statewide engagement survey provided statistically valid data for decision making, and representative sample of public priorities for transportation in the state.
• Six Regional Listening Sessions & Four Focus Groups Across the State – provided a direct pipeline of perspectives and input from partners, stakeholders, and the general public across the state on transportation needs and priorities.

Recordings from the Listening Sessions and Focus Groups

Regional listening sessions:

• Greater Seattle Area: Hosted by the Puget Sound Regional Council (April 23, 2024)  Meeting recording
• Greater Spokane Area: Hosted by the Spokane Regional Transportation Council (April 24, 2024)  Meeting recording
• Southwest Washington: Hosted by the Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Council (April 25, 2024)  Meeting recording
• Olympic Peninsula & Olympia: Hosted by the Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization (April 29, 2024) Meeting recording
• North Central Washington: Hosted by the Chelan Douglas Transportation Council (May 1, 2024)  Meeting recording
• South Central Washington: Hosted by the Benton Franklin Council of Governments (May 13, 2024) Meeting recording

Focus Groups:

• Climate and Resiliency: Aug. 15, 2024:  Meeting recording
• Long-term Funding: Aug. 22, 2024:  Meeting recording
• Connecting Communities: Aug. 29, 2024:  Meeting recording
• Equity in Transportation: Sept. 5, 2024:  Meeting recording