UTA service is made possible through a coordinated planning and development process. Projects fall into different categories and move through different phases before final implementation.

Categories:

Planning      In Development       Disruptions 

Service Planning

UTA’s shorter range service planning process considers priorities over the next 5 years based on priorities identified through long-range planning and capital development.

Long-Range Planning

In long-range planning, UTA looks out longer term, about 30 years in the future, to consider transit needs based on growth, land use, and other factors, including regional and local transportation plans.

Capital Development

The capital development process is followed when projects require constructing new transit infrastructure or making larger, long-term enhancements to existing transit facilities. These projects may receive federal funding and engage in an environmental review process.

Construction

Construction activities occur once a project has been fully vetted, designed, and funded through the long-range and capital development processes.

Construction may also include State of Good Repair projects, which include the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of UTA’s existing transit facilities to ensure safe and reliable transit option.

Implementation of Service

Implementation of service is putting the above stages of transit service and projects into action. Once a year, UTA implements service changes that support transit network updates to best serve the whole region with the resources available.

Public Engagement

Public engagement occurs throughout the planning and development process and represent a key decision-making factor. Public engagement goals will vary based on the stage of a project.

More Information

For more information about open opportunities to work with UTA on any plans or projects, please visit our procurement page.