Transport update is the process of ensuring that commuters are aware of any changes to routes and schedules. This helps them plan their journeys and arrive at their destinations on time. Governments often provide this information via online portals and mobile applications. Keeping up with transport updates can help reduce traffic congestion in urban areas and promote sustainable transportation options.
The update process may be accelerated by having funding available to carry out the work. Many communities can self-fund their TSP update, which can allow them to accelerate the timeline and address local priorities. Some TSP updates are also funded by state grant programs, which may have specific requirements that need to be met in order for the update to proceed.
For example, the TSP update process for a city in Oregon requires the completion of a public outreach survey and interviews with community members and stakeholders on transportation issues. The community must identify draft goals and objectives as well. The entire TSP update process can take between 18 and 36 months. Various factors influence the duration, including scope, complexity, staff availability, community interest, and budget.
The update process may also be triggered by land use regulation changes that affect one or more transportation facilities. For example, a planned change to an industrial area that could significantly increase transportation demands or a proposed addition to the urban growth boundary (UGB) may require a TSP update. The change would need to be consistent with the comprehensive plan, and be a major or minor update depending on the magnitude of the change.
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