Sustainability Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2018 03 21

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delay/idling/emissions on the US 36 BRT route than the previous US 36 RTD Queue Jump project was achieving. • In addition, Via offers transportation services between communities. Additionally, FastTracks, the passenger train system that is currently operating for a short distance in Denver, will eventually be built out to Louisville and beyond (Longmont). It is not scheduled for implementation in Louisville, however, until 2040. This is an endeavor the City should continue to pursue and attempt to move through the legislative process more quickly on a state and federal level. Further needs for transportation solutions between communities may be more thoroughly investigated through the development of the future Transportation Master Plan. External Target 1: Support telecommunication efforts 34 T-ET1S1: Support upgrading The Library reports that they have recently upgraded their wifi network (in of communication 2017) by increasing internal access points. This is an important community infrastructure that would outreach in that it allows people of all vulnerabilities to access the internet for improve internet speeds;, free, thus leveling the playing field for education, telecommuting opportunities, and even learning through play. The City Hall also currently provides free wifi to the public it serves. In addition, City broadband was on the November 2017 ballot. This would potentially allow the City to procure broadband services or partner in a way that would allow the City to upgrade/streamline its municipal communication capacity. This is intended primarily for City use, but may include some opportunities to improve broadband to the public in public buildings. Council will be a part of this process if procurement of a new provider is necessary. • Continue improving City facilities' broadband capacity available to the public where relevant. External Target 2: Reduce SOV and GHG emissions 35 T-ET2S1: Explore programs According to the Deputy City Manager, this has been utilized in the past for to fund and implement RTD City staff and was discontinued due to lack of participation. In addition, a past EcoPass for City residents study showed that many residents who needed EcoPasses for school or work and employees. already had them. In addition, Boulder County provided a grant in 2017 to preload 6,000 new MyRide pre -loaded bus passes to increase riders on the bus and to reduce • No new recommended action. See T - IT2S1.