Governor Gregoire Receives Final Report of the Regional Transportation Commission

Governor Gregoire Receives Final Report of the Regional Transportation Commission

Governor Chris Gregoire today received the final report from the Regional Transportation Commission and thanked members for their work and dedication.

"Transportation issues in the Central Puget Sound region are complicated and challenging and I appreciate the dedication of the members to provide a set of thoughtful recommendations and potential solutions," said Governor Gregoire.

Governor Gregoire in June 2006 created the Commission and tasked them with developing recommendations for the consolidation of regional transportation agencies. Co-chaired by Norm Rice and John Stanton, the Commission in November 2006 released a preliminary set of recommendations to address transportation issues in the most populous region of Washington.

"This commission needs to be forward thinking - I want them to consider our transportation needs in 2030, not only 2010," said Governor Gregoire when she announced the members of the commission. "I know that these recommendations will get mixed reviews, but I hope that everyone, including transit providers, local governments and the Department of Transportation will work with the commission to reach a solution that helps to fight traffic congestion in the Puget Sound region."

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