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.
The 2028-30 RFFA public comment period is open now until Wednesday, April 30. 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
The Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation (JPACT) will hear tesitmony at their virtual meeting on Thursday, April 17. Share your thoughts on the proposed bond and local projects in the presence of decision makers.
Public testimony is anticipated to begin at 7:50 a.m. You are encouraged to sign up to speak in advance.
April 17 JPACT meeting details
How to give testimony
There are a variety of opportunities for comment until Wednesday, April 30:
- 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
Your input will be considered by decision makers alongside technical evaluations and regional and federal policies.
Learn more about regional flexible funds