NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
UTAH TRANSIT AUTHORITY

RE: Proposed April 2013 Service Changes

UTA is proposing several service improvements with the opening of the new TRAX line to the Salt Lake International Airport, and adjustments to bus routes in that area to better service the new line. In addition, the FrontRunner schedule is being improved to more accurately portray travel times and to ensure better connections are made. There are also proposed changes to some bus service in Utah, Salt Lake, Tooele and Weber counties due to extremely low ridership.

Five public hearings will be held to discuss these proposed changes.

Salt Lake County Hearing Locations

When: Wed., Jan. 16, 2013, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: UTA Main Office, 669 West 200 South, Salt Lake City

When: Thurs., Jan. 17, 2013, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: South Jordan City Council Chambers, 1600 W. Towne Center Drive (approx. 10610 S. and Redwood Road), South Jordan

Davis County Hearing Locations

When: Wed., January 16, 2013, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Clearfield Community Arts Center, 140 East Center Street, Clearfield

Tooele County Hearing Locations

When: Thurs., Jan. 17, 2013, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Grantsville City Council Chambers, 429 East Main Street, Grantsville

At the hearings, the Utah Transit Authority will provide an opportunity for citizens, private transportation providers, public officials and interested agencies to comment on the proposed changes. To be included as part of the Public Hearing record, all comments must be postmarked or received by UTA no later than January 25, 2013.

THE FORMAT FOR THE PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:
The meeting will be held with an Open House format to review and discuss the proposal with UTA representatives. Individuals can discuss and ask questions with UTA staff members before turning in their public comment.

To assure full participation at the hearing, accommodations for effective communication such as sign language interpreters or printed materials in alternative formats, or a language interpreter for non-English speaking participants, must be requested at least five (5) working days prior to the  date of the scheduled event. Requests for ADA accommodations should be directed to UTA ADA Compliance Officer at 801-287-3536 or dial 711 to make a relay call for deaf or hearing impaired persons. To request a language interpreter, please contact 801-227-8958.

In addition to the hearings, written comments may be mailed or emailed to the following addresses: Hearing Officer , Utah Transit Authority, 669 West 200 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 or email directly to hearingofficer@rideuta.com Phone calls and questions about the proposal should be directed to 801-287-2390. All comments will become part of the public record if received by 5 p.m. on Jan. 25, 2013.

PROPOSALS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Service additions and alignment changes in Salt Lake County:
Rail Service: Effective April 14, 2013, the Airport TRAX light rail line will begin regular service, extending operation of the Green Line between West Valley , Salt Lake City and the Salt Lake International Airport. The FrontRunner schedule will also be improved to better reflect running times and to ensure more reliable connections to other services.

Bus Service: Effective April 14, 2013, new bus service connecting the 1950 West North Temple TRAX station to 2200 West will begin (new Route 522). Northwest Salt Lake County bus routes, including Route 517 and Route 218, will be re-routed due to the new TRAX line to the Airport. Bus Service to the International Center from the Airport TRAX line will also be implemented (new Route 551).

Service reductions in Salt Lake County:
Bus Service: Effective April 14, 2013, Route 550 will be eliminated and replaced by the new, higher frequency TRAX service to the Airport. The following routes will be eliminated due to low ridership: Weekday – Routes 523 and 527. Saturday – Route 227. Sunday – Routes 6 and 240. In addition, Flex Route F547 will convert to 60 minute frequency.

Additional time changes and service hour changes will be made to improve reliability and connectivity at major transfer locations in Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County.

Service reductions in Tooele County:

Eliminate off peak service to Grantsville due to low ridership: Flex Route F401

Service reductions in Davis County:

Route elimination due to low ridership: Flex Route F628

Informational items:
Relevant information about the proposed changes will be available at the Public Hearings or may
be reviewed at the UTA’s downtown Salt Lake City office at 669 West 200 South, until 5 p.m.
on Jan. 25, 2013. Comments must be postmarked or received by UTA no later than Jan. 25, 2013
to be part of the Public Hearing record.

Michael Allegra
General Manager