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Coordination model

The Wisconsin Model of Coordination is the product of intensive research into available transportation resources in the state, best practices in peer states across the nation, and the unique characteristics and needs of communities throughout Wisconsin. Rather than being a complex, prescriptive model of how services must be delivered, it is a set of four strategies designed to move coordination forward, at both the state and local levels.

The four parts of the Wisconsin Model of Coordination are:

1. Strengthen ICTC as the Lead Entity for Statewide Coordination Efforts – As the existing state body charged with transportation coordination, ICTC is best positioned to lead future efforts. Making ICTC a more permanent body with stable support will maintain its existing momentum and guide efforts on a statewide level.
2. Encourage County and/or Regional Coordination Councils – Data from other states show the greatest coordination success arises from active, engaged, representative local coordination councils. ICTC can encourage them through clear expectations, technical assistance, and building on past efforts.
3. Require County and/or Regional Coordination Councils – In other states, participation on a local coordination council is required for entities applying for state and federal transportation funding. Making this a requirement in Wisconsin will ensure better, more consistent service coordination across the state.
4. Encourage Regionalization Through Incentives and Rewards – Often, the greatest transportation need exists for travel between communities or counties. Providing incentives for regional efforts will foster the growth of regional services based on resident needs rather than political boundaries.

Documents

• Final Report – Outlines the model, includes recommendations for further action
• Tech Memo 1 – Overview of funding sources and programs
• Tech Memo 2 – Survey of Wisconsin services and coordination efforts
• Tech Memo 3 – Review of peer states and best practices

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Questions about the content of this page:
Judy Foss, judy.foss@dot.wi.gov
Last modified: May 3, 2012