2024 Transportation Forum - 3-15-2024

The 2024 Transportation Forum is an opportunity for regional leaders, transportation experts, and advocates to discuss multi-modal transportation and opportunities to improve infrastructure. 
 

We will launch the region's 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), which guides investments for all modes of travel, including road, bicycle, transit, trail, and pedestrian infrastructure. Help us shape an inclusive and widespread engagement process within your communities. 

Networking/Breakfast – 7:45 a.m. 

Welcome – 8:15 a.m. 

Jim Holland, Board Chair: Richmond Regional Transportation Planning Organization, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors 

Why Transportation Matters – 8:20 a.m. 

Moderator: Myles Busching, Director of Transportation: PlanRVA 

Personal stories of how transportation impacts everyone. 

• Freight story: Rick Holden 

• Transit story: Courtney Farrar 

• Bike story: Meg Lessard 

LRTP Overview– 8:50 a.m. 

Myles Busching, Director of Transportation: PlanRVA 

What is it and why should you care? Support is needed to develop a transportation system that works for everyone. Learn how your help is crucial to bringing opportunities for input back to your communities. 

Activity: Share Your Transportation Experiences – 9:10 a.m. 

Holly Gordon, Community Engagement Manager: PlanRVA 

Interactive activity at tables to collect your input on issues in areas important to you. 

Giveaway Drawing – 9:50 a.m. 

Martha Shickle, Executive Director: PlanRVA 

Adjourn – 10:00 a.m.