Commission reviews WFRC grant, SB 195 compliance and trouble spots for transportation master plan

The West Haven Planning Commission reviewed a proposed scope for a WFRC‑backed transportation master plan that staff said is intended to help the city meet state requirements and to identify priority transportation connections and funding options.

Stephen told the commission that West Haven applied for and received an $83,000 grant with a $7,000 local match (a $90,000 total project) from the Wasatch Front Regional Council and that the RFP scope includes modeling and forecasting, an updated future roadway map and cross‑sections, active transportation/trail planning, and an analysis to meet SB 195 requirements for prioritized connections, cost estimates and funding sources by July 1, 2027. He noted the plan will require regional coordination with UDOT, Weber County and neighboring cities for some trouble spots.

Staff flagged several specific areas for further study: the corridor north of 2100 South between 1900 West and I‑15 (interchange area with limited access), the Midland/3300 South intersection (a long‑standing concern), and the Midland/Hinkley/2400 West area where access and signalization options could affect traffic patterns. Staff proposed public engagement (open houses, online surveys), a steering committee, and a joint midterm workshop with council and planning commission.

Why it matters: The master plan will guide future roadway priorities, trail and active‑transportation investments, and identify candidate projects and funding routes needed to comply with SB 195.

Provenance: RFP and scope discussion SEG 1505–SEG 1944; trouble‑spot examples and coordination notes SEG 1668–SEG 1796.

Ending: Staff will submit the scope to WFRC and expects to have a consultant on board by midsummer to begin the planning process and public engagement.