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An Overview of the Skyline Transportation System. David Kack, Skyline Coordinator. TRB Rural Conference October 20, 2008. Agenda. Big Sky, Montana History of Transportation in Area Skyline Overview Q & A. Big Sky, Montana. Big Sky, Montana. History.
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An Overview of the Skyline Transportation System David Kack, Skyline Coordinator TRB Rural Conference October 20, 2008
Agenda • Big Sky, Montana • History of Transportation in Area • Skyline Overview • Q & A
History • 1991 Big Sky Transportation District created • “Snow Express” system operates mid-December through mid-April • 2002 WTI begins work with BSTD • 2006 application for FTA Section 5311 funds • December 2006, Skyline begins operations
Skyline Services • Local Service – within Big Sky • Intercity Service – Big Sky to Bozeman via Gallatin Gateway and Four Corners
Local Funding Sources • Big Sky Resort Area District (local sales tax) • DreamCatcher Endowment • Moonlight Basin • Madison County • Big Sky Resort • Gallatin County
Future • Implement Property Tax ~$225,000/yr • Increase advertising revenues (interior & exterior) • Continue to increase knowledge of system • Maintenance of equipment