Recommendation SI.17
Recommendation Status: Existing
Prioritize technology driven improvements by installing electric vehicle charging stations, preparing for autonomous vehicle operations, and implementing intelligent transportation systems to enhance traffic flows, safety and mobility.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Responsible
Growth
Leading the Region
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Potential to shift into smart/technology sectors; ensures local presence/accessibility to emerging industry.
Sustainability Considerations
Boosts capacity to shift toward green energy infrastructure and efficient mobility resourcing.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
Supporting Partner(s)
Cost
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
Timeline
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
MoDOT
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (for infrastructure adjustments as needed)
Municipalities
Private Sector Partners (e.g., EV charging companies, tech firms specializing in autonomous vehicle technology)
Utility Companies
Medium
($1-10mil)
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Ongoing
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Federal Grants Programs: NEVI, CMAQ, ATCMTD, RAISE, SMART
State and Regional Funding: (DOTs), Local and County Funding (Transportation Impact Fees, Sales Tax Revenue)
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
Number of EV charging stations/ITS upgrades installed.
Adoption of operating regulatory regulations for autonomous vehicles.
Following initial adoption, track the number of AV related safety incidents.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Increase funding incentives for transportation technology upgrades. Engage more stakeholders in guideline development.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Work with municipalities to expand smart transportation network by leveraging county's success model.