New SLC transportation director, Hutcheson, appointed by Mayor Becker

New transportation director, Robin
Hutcheson (Photo: Salt Lake City)

Following former Salt Lake City Transportation Division director Tim Harpst's retirement earlier this month, Salt Lake City mayor's office has appointed Robin Hutcheson as the city's new Transportation Director. She brings with her many years of national and international experience in transportation planning and sustainable planning initiatives. More locally, Hutcheson has been a key player in the development and design of the Complete Streets ordinance, the Sugar House Streetcar corridor, and other sustainable transportation projects.

From a press release dated January 26th, 2012, Hutcheson is described as an effective bicycle transportation planner and dedicated cyclists and outdoor enthusiast. In addition to other traits, Hutcheson will provide excellent leadership and expertise in furthering the City's initiative to be increasingly bicycle-friendly,

"In her new position Hutcheson will manage programs for sustainable transportation modes such as bicycle and pedestrian travel and streetcar network development as well as lead evaluations of transportation  issues, traffic operations and parking. As director, she will contribute to  policy development to support Salt Lake City’s livability goals, focusing on key transportation initiatives to improve mobility, access and quality of life.

“Nationwide, Salt Lake City is becoming a progressive transportation leader,” Hutcheson said. “I am thrilled to be a part of this team and look forward to continuing the work of connecting to our community and the challenge of improving and enhancing City transportation options.”

Prior to joining Salt Lake City, Hutcheson was a senior associate with Fehr & Peers’ Salt Lake City office.  She is the co-founder of the Women’s Transportation Seminar Northern Utah Chapter promoting women in the field of transportation. Hutcheson is an accredited planner with the American Institute of Certified Planners. 

In her free time, Hutcheson is a dedicated skier, cyclist and outdoor enthusiast."

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