TO: Internal Committee - 3P
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Public Works
Aaron Bert
425-556-2786
Planning and Community Development
Carol Helland
425-556-2107
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Public Works
Aaron Noble
Project Manager
Public Works
Vangie Garcia
Deputy Director - Infrastructure and Mobility
TITLE:
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Sound Transit Light Rail Briefing - Project Status and Progress
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
This staff report provides an update for the 2024 progress of the Downtown Redmond Link Extension project.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
Comprehensive Plan Policies TR-10 and TR-11; Transportation Master Plan
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
The last update was January 16, 2024
OUTCOMES:
Light rail will be the backbone of Redmond's transit network when it opens in 2024 to Overlake and 2025 to Southeast Redmond and Downtown Redmond. It will provide a frequent and reliable mobility choice that connects Redmond to the region.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
* Timeline (previous or planned):
Underway - Construction and traffic updates regarding routes and delays are conveyed via standardized communication methods
* Outreach Methods and Results:
Sound Transit uses in-person, print, and electronic media to notify the Redmond community about construction activities. The City relays these notifications through its communication channels
* Feedback Summary:
Feedback from public engagement and ballot measures consistently shows strong support for the extension of light rail to Redmond.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
Briefings to Council are a component of work supported by staff positions that are funded by the Light Rail Offer
Approved in current biennial budget: ? Yes ? No ? N/A
Budget Offer Number:
000035 Light Rail
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