From safer sidewalks and bikeways to trails and road crossings, you can help decision-makers choose the projects that will receive money through the Regional Flexible Funding Allocation (RFFA).
Regional flexible funds are federal dollars that can be used for a wide range of transportation projects across the Metro region. These funds represent just a small piece – less than five percent – of the region's total funding but help address crucial gaps and long-awaited fixes.
There are two separate opportunities to provide feedback on the different parts of the 2028-30 Regional Flexible Fund Allocation.
New bond proposal
As part of RFFA Step 1A.1, Metro is seeking input on a bond that would help fund regionally significant transit projects proposed by cities, counties and transit providers throughout the Metro region. Decision-makers are considering awarding up to $88.5 million dollars to five proposed projects across Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties.
Learn more about the new project bond
Step 2
With each regional flexible funds cycle, cities, counties and other transportation providers across the region submit applications for community transportation projects to compete for limited funds available in Step 2. There are 24 projects requesting funding to improve trails, sidewalks and roadways in communities across the region. There is an estimate of up to $42 million available. Your input is valuable in selecting projects for these highly competitive funds.
Learn more about the proposed projects
Let decision makers know what you think about the proposed bond and local projects. The public comment period is open now through April 30, 2025.
There are a variety of opportunities for comment:
- Take surveys for both the transit-focused Step 1A.1 bond and the local transportation projects competing for Step 2 flexible funds
- Email [email protected]
- Mail to Transportation Planning, 600 NE Grand Ave., Portland, OR, 97232
- Call 503-797-1757 or TDD 503-797-1850
- Provide public testimony in the presence of decision-makers at the Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation meeting on Thursday, April 17.
Your input will be considered by decision makers alongside technical evaluations and regional and federal policies.
Learn more about regional flexible funds