HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 26-06 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 26-0(o
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL BUILD GRANT FUNDING FOR DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF PHASE ONE OF THE SW 72ND AVE CORRIDOR IN THE TIGARD TRIANGLE
WHEREAS, the City of Tigard's Tigard Triangle TIF District Plan goals include the creation of a safe and
effective multimodal transportation network to support multimodal access, mixed-use development, and
pedestrian-oriented development; and
WHEREAS,the City of Tigard's 2040 Transportation System Plan (TSP) envisions a transportation system that
advances Tigard's Strategic Vision to be an equitable community that is accessible,walkable,and healthy for
everyone; and
WHEREAS, the 72nd Ave Transportation Study (2020) recognizes the need for capital improvements on SW
72nd to achieve the Tigard Triangle vision of becoming a highly walkable, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use
district;and
WHEREAS,the 72nd Ave Transportation Study(2020) recommends a new roadway concept that will transform
the busy arterial into an attractive, multimodal street for all users;and
WHEREAS, the 30 percent design plans are now complete as of January 2026 which has improved project
readiness and lowers project risk; and
WHEREAS, the BUILD program is a federal funding program within the Federal Highway Administration
designed to support transportation infrastructure projects that will improve: safety; environmental
sustainability; quality of life; mobility and community connectivity; economic competitiveness and
opportunity including tourism; state of good repair; partnership and collaboration; and innovation; and
WHEREAS, the SW 72nd Corridor Plan completed in 2020 envisions two phases of construction with the
first phase rebuilding the section between SW Dartmouth and Pacific Highway and the second phase
rebuilding the section between SW Dartmouth and SW Hunziker; and
WHEREAS, Community Development and Public Works staff recommend submitting a grant application
for Phase 1 improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Tigard Council that:
SECTION 1: Council approves submittal of a 2026 Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) BUILD
grant application to fund the design and construction of Phase One of the SW 72nd Ave
Corridor Plan in the Tigard Triangle. Further, if the application is successful, Council
authorizes the City Manager to take all steps necessary to effectuate receipt of the grant.
SECTION 2: This resolution is effective immediately upon passage.
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PASSED: This /U• ay of rie4.4or , 2026.
May City igard
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ATTEST:
City Recorder—City of Tigard
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