TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Planning and Community Development |
Seraphie Allen (Interim Co-Director) |
425.403.8526 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Planning and Community Development |
Michael Hintze |
Transportation Planning and Engineering Manager |
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Planning and Community Development |
Philly Marsh |
Interim Deputy Director |
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Planning and Community Development |
LaNaya Taylor |
Program Administrator |
TITLE:
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Approval of the 2026-27 Go Redmond King County Metro Contract Renewal
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The City of Redmond and King County Metro have successfully partnered since 1999 in a comprehensive Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program, implemented under the label “Go Redmond.” Go Redmond program services fall into four categories: Employer TDM; Residential TDM; Equitable TDM; and TDM Pilot Programs.
Some areas of focus for the 2026-2027 contract include: expanding our residential TDM focus with neighborhood-based outreach; multifamily ORCA pass programs, promoting & distributing free youth & reduced fare senior and low-income ORCA cards; and connecting and educating Redmond residents on how to get to light rail via micromobility options. Under the Employer TDM category, Go Redmond programming will continue to help businesses meet required goals for the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) law and Mobility Management Program (MMP) requirements while also focusing on those with fewer than 100 employees, a segment that has historically not been addressed. As part of the TDM Pilot programs Go Redmond will continue to explore new ways to collaborate on interventions concerning shared parking opportunities and first/last mile solutions.
To continue the work, King County Metro has agreed to contribute $176,500 of funding and the City will provide a match to total $353,000. This contract allows Go Redmond to continue offering coordinated TDM products and services through December 31, 2027.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☒ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Commute Trip Reduction program, Washington Clean Air Act, City Comprehensive Plan, Community Strategic Plan, Transportation Master Plan, Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP)
• Required:
Council approval is required for interlocal agreements.
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
This contract continues to advance the shared objectives of the City and Metro to reduce drive-alone trips and increase the number of users who use transit, vanpool, carpool, biking, and walking to commute. Go Redmond programming helps businesses and developments meet state and local mandates such as Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) law and Mobility Management Programs (MMP) with city code, and supports the city’s goals in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and traffic congestion.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$176,500 funded by King County Metro, totaling $353,000 with City contributions.
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000310- Mobility of People and Goods
Budget Priority:
Vibrant and Connected Community
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
118- Operating Grants. The operating grants fund accounts for grants that largely support reducing congestion on the roadway.
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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9/1/2026 |
Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works |
Provide Direction |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
N/A
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
If the proposed interlocal agreement is not approved, the city would not receive $176,500 in funding from King County Metro for Go Redmond programming. Staff would have to adjust community expectations at a lower level of program service. Go Redmond programming would have to limit residential and employer incentives and not expand partnerships.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Contract
Attachment B: Scope of Work