The SVMPO has updated information about the region’s population in their Adopted FY25 Title VI/EJ Plan. This information helps assess the impacts of projects on specific population groups and is an important tool in prioritizing future projects. The SVMPO Board adopted the FY25 Title VI/EJ Plan at their regular meeting on June 26, 2024. You can download the adopted plan here: FY25 Title VI Plan FINAL JUNE 2024
Author: Ian Johnson
FY25-FY29 Transportation Improvement Program Update
Every two years the SVMPO considers available funding for future Design and Construction projects for regional priorities. The next TIP cycle has no available funding for projects at this time. Transit funding through FTA provides for replacement buses and ongoing operations for Vista Transit services. The SVMPO Board adopted the FY25-FY29 TIP at their regular meeting on June 26, 2024. You can download the adopted TIP here: FY25-FY29 SVMPOTIP FINALDRAFT JUNE2024 and ADOPTED TIP TABLES FY25-FY29 JUNE 2024
Regional Open Houses in June!
Three opportunities to meet with your MPO staff and talk about regional plans and programs will be available in June. On June 14th MPO staff will be at the Huachuca City Library from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. On June 18th the MPO staff will be at the Siera Vista Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. And on June 21st the MPO staff will be out on Ramsey Canyon and Stafford Lane from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. to talk with recreational users of the bicycle paths. Come on by and say hello!
Demographic Profile Updated in FY24 Title VI Plan
Each year, the SVMPO reviews the new Census data releases about population changes in the region. Since last year, the SVMPO region has lost population, become slightly older, seen increases of those with mobility disabilities, and identified 5.4 percent of households with no vehicles available as a transportation option. This APPROVED FY24 Title VI Report was adopted by the SVMPO Board on April 26, 2023.
DRAFT Two-Year Work Program for Review
Every two years the SVMPO works with their funding partners at FHWA, FTA and ADOT to develop a work program for planning activities for the next two fiscal years. The SVMPO Work Program and Budget is a roadmap of the SVMPO Director to contract for professional services, to stage up the next study or project, to phase activities towards multi-year goals and to ensure that mandated timelines for regional plan updates are met. This update will be finalized for SVMPO Board consideration at their April 26, 2023 meeting. Adoption is required by the end of June 2023 and takes effect July 1, 2023.
SVMPO seeks input on the region’s five-year Transportation Improvement Program.
The Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization (SVMPO) is seeking review comments on an update to its five-year Transportation Improvement Program.
The 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program describes how regional transportation funds might be spent to meet future transportation needs. This plan ensures that federal funding is eligible for transit activities within the region and identifies potential projects for Vista Transit.
A Regional Transportation Open House will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the City of Sierra Vista library conference room, located at 2600 E. Tacoma St. SVMPO staff will be available to discuss with attendees’ regional plans and studies, including the drafted five-year transportation program.
This annual update does not include any new construction projects. Three design phases are planned for the Moson Road Corridor, Buffalo Soldier Trail Pavement Resurfacing and the Skyline Drive Resurfacing Projects. The City of Sierra Vista’s sidewalk and multiuse trail network will be improved to enhance access along transit routes. This pathway connection project is funded by grant funding awarded by the Federal Transit Administration.
The SVMPO Board of Directors will consider adopting the annual regional Transportation Improvement Program at its meeting on Wednesday, June 22, 2022.
The draft 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program is available for review on the SVMPO website at www.svmpo.org. Review comments, suggestions or questions may be submitted on- line at www.svmpo.org, by e-mail to SVMPO@SierraVistaAZ.gov, or by leaving a phone message at 520-515-8525. Public comments will be shared with the SVMPO Board of Directors before they consider the annual Transportation Improvement Program for adoption.
To learn more about the Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization and other regional transportation planning projects, including the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan and the five-year Short-Range Transit Plan, please visit www.svmpo.org.
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The Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization is a regional policy and planning agency serving the City of Sierra Vista, the Town of Huachuca City and Cochise County in partnership with the Arizona State Department of Transportation. The Sierra Vista MPO shares information and builds consensus among member jurisdictions on regional transportation plans and projects. Please visit www.svmpo.org or contact Karen Lamberton, SVMPO Director at 520.515.8525 for more information.
Regional Transportation Project Open House
The SVMPO will host a Regional Transportation Open House on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Sierra Vista Public Library conference room. This is an opportunity to talk with SVMPO staff about regional plans, studies and projects. The draft five-year 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program will be available for review and comment at this Open House. The Library is located at 2600 E. Tacoma St., east of Coronado Dr. in the City of Sierra Vista.
DRAFT Transportation Planning Program for Review
Every year the SVMPO prepares a five-year programming of future projects for the region. The 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, known as the TIP, is now available for review and comment. It does not include any new construction projects but does include Design phases for three regionally significant roadways in need of pavement rehabilitation or improvements. It also includes transit projects and funding for transit operations. The SVMPO Board will consider this five-year project programming at their regular meeting on June 22nd at 2:30 p.m. For a copy of the drafted TIP see the Regional Transportation Planning link on this website. Comments may be submitted using our Contact Us link.
SVMPO to study mobility options in Fry Townsite area.
The Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization (SVMPO) is undertaking a joint study with the City of Sierra Vista and Cochise County to identify potential transportation improvements in the Theater Drive Corridor within Fry Townsite.
Fry Townsite is an area of high pedestrian activity linking Len Roberts Park, Carmichael Elementary School, businesses, places of worship, apartment complexes and single-family homes. The SVMPO has provided funding for a joint study project, with City of Sierra Vista and Cochise County technical staff support, to better understand what traffic impacts are at this time. Options will be considered on how to improve the different ways that people travel in and through this area.
Wilson and Company were selected to provide professional consultant services for this effort. The study team has begun initial data collection efforts and are conducting traffic counts in the area in April and May. The Inventory and Roadway Feasibility Study is expected to be completed by the beginning of 2023. This study will develop phased transportation improvement project recommendations for City and County elected official to consider on different possibilities to improve travel circulation throughout this historic part of Sierra Vista.
Information about this study effort is available on the SVMPO website at www.svmpo.org. Comments, suggestions, or questions may be submitted on the SVMPO website, using the “Contract Us” form or by e-mailing SVMPO@SierraVistaAZ.gov. Phone messages may be left at 520-515-8525.
Comments received will be shared with the study team and considered when developing the final study recommendations.
To learn more about the Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization and regional transportation planning projects, please visit www.svmpo.org.
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The Sierra Vista Metropolitan Planning Organization is an association of the City of Sierra Vista, the Town of Huachuca City and Cochise County in partnership with the Arizona State Department of Transportation. Its mission to build consensus among its members and the public on regional planning for transportation. The Sierra Vista MPO staff collect and analyze data, provide accurate information and coordinate an open and cooperative planning process to promote effective decision-making for the region. Please visit www.svmpo.org or contact Karen Lamberton, SVMPO Director at 520.515.8525 for more information.
Theater Drive Corridor Study Announced
The SVMPO is pleased to partner with the City of Sierra Vista and Cochise County to conduct a Joint Study of the Theater Drive Corridor and the surrounding neighborhoods. This area has a large number of people living, working, attending schools and visiting the Len Roberts Park. Many people walk and ride their bicycles in this area, and improvements to travel options will be considered. This Study will also assess drainage issues, inventory existing utilities and consider phased recommendations for multi-modal transportation projects. For more information see the Active Project links on this website: Theater Drive Inventory & Roadway Feasibility Assessment Project.