WHEREAS TransLink is responsible for regional transit, cycling and commuting options, and the Major Road Network for the Metro Vancouver area which is home to approximately 50 of British Columbias population; AND WHEREAS TransLink is unable to generate sufficient funding to meet the needs of this growing area through its current funding model; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM urge the provincial government to provide a permanent and appropriate long term funding model for TransLink.
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure The Province recognizes the need for on-going sufficient funding to expand transit service in Metro Vancouver to meet the travel needs of residents and businesses and to support Provincial Transit Plan and regional transportation goals. The Province believes that if the citizens of Metro Vancouver are asked to contribute more funding for regional transportation, they should understand what they are being asked to pay for and support the proposed funding sources. The Province has requested the Mayors Council on Regional Transportation to: a develop a concise vision for public transportation in Metro Vancouver; b identify preferred funding sources that are affordable for families, are regionally sourced, avoid adverse effects on the economy, and capture a share of the benefits that arise from transportation investments in Metro Vancouver; c together with TransLink, engage the public on the vision and funding sources; d formalize a request to the Province for specific funding mechanisms; and e establish a clear schedule and milestones to guide the implementation of the vision and the funding sources. Based on the above conditions, the Province will continue to work with the Mayors Council to develop sustainable long-term funding solutions that will allow TransLink to improve services to meet the long term needs of Metro Vancouver residents.