Science-Based Opposition to More Pavement in Teton County
Wider roads don’t fix traffic. Why are we paving our unique and fragile ecosystem?
Our goal is to preserve a healthy enjoyable Jackson Hole, Wyoming, while protecting our wildlife and open spaces through intelligent transportation decisions and proven traffic congestion solutions.
More accessible Mass Transit - Smart Signaling - Roundabouts - Traffic Demand Management - Incentivizing Bikes and Carpools
No Blanket Solutions ~ No New Pavement
Recent News & Updates
- Developer uses several tactics to discourage cars
- ‘Jackson Hole is open’ to visitors as plan to address highway landslide takes shape, officials say
- Commissioners Compromise our Ecosystem
- Development Roars on, and We Foot the Bill
- Pothole Boondoggle
- Paid Parking for Teton Pass?
- Gag order and blank check on Tribal Trails must be rescinded
Responsible Growth Means
Responsible Growth Coalition seeks to preserve and protect Jackson Hole’s ecosystem and unique open spaces in line with the Comprehensive Plan’s mission, by publicly vetting and justifying each road capital project.
Great transportation policy embodies four principles:
Hold Government Agencies Accountable
Insist on Science-Based Research on minimizing single occupancy vehicles
evaluate the impact
Consider the long-term impact, Safety and Environmental Hazards using Scientific Analysis
Explore Alternatives to each Capital Road Project
Publicly Vet and Justify New Ideas considering Demand Management
Inform and Engage the Public
Collaborate with Conservation-Minded institutions and Seek Stakeholder Input
At Issue
Vet Initiatives proposed by Teton County and WYDOT
the community speaks
Act Now
Influence Policy
Jackson Hole leaders have pledged to protect our environment, wildlife and small-town quality of life. Let’s make sure their policy decisions reflect that pledge. Contact Town and County elected officials so they know how you, a valued community member, feels and why.
Support
Your donation allows Responsible Growth Coalition to continue our work to help guide elected officials to make responsible planning decisions based on accurate and up to date safety, environment and wildlife data and analysis.
Stay Informed
When there are transportation policy decisions up for vote, study the issue and lend your voice. Check our resources and talk about the issues with your friends and neighbors. Join our email list to hear what’s happening and to receive periodic updates and action alerts.
Help
We need to speak out and stand up for responsible transportation policy. Take action to spread the word and inspire other innovative thinkers to help maintain the livability of Jackson Hole.
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RESOURCES
RGC maintains a comprehensive library of important documents related to growth in Jackson Hole. Go here for reports, official planning documents, traffic studies, maps, community comments and news articles.
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