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File #: CM 26-228   
Type: Committee Memo Status: Presented
File created: 4/2/2026 In control: Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works
On agenda: 4/7/2026 Final action: 4/7/2026
Title: 172nd Ave NE Corridor Improvements
Attachments: 1. Agenda Memo, 2. Attachment A: 172nd - Letter - January 2026, 3. Attachment B: 172nd - Postcard - March 2026
TO: Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Public Works
Aaron Bert
425-556-2786

DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Public Works
Brandon Buehler
Acting Deputy Director
Public Works
Paul Cho
Engineering Manager
Public Works
Patty Criddle
Engineering Supervisor


TITLE:
title
172nd Ave NE Corridor Improvements


OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The City of Redmond is making changes to 172nd Ave NE, including adding speed cushions, traffic circles, and other traffic calming features. The gate across 172nd Ave at NE 124th Street has been removed however barriers remain in place until improvements are installed.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached


REQUESTED ACTION:

? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve


REQUEST RATIONALE:

* Relevant Plans/Policies:
N/A
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
N/A


OUTCOMES:
Opening the roadway between City of Redmond and King County will improve mobility and connectivity for Redmond residents and workers and improve overall traffic circulation in Redmond.



COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:

* Timeline (previous or planned):
November 2023 through completion
* Outreach Methods and Results:
Two public meetings, Council study session, mailed letter in January 2026 and subsequent postcard in March 2026 to residents.
* Feedback Summary:
Residents requested improvements installed before removing the gate.


BUDGET IMPACT:

Total Cost:
$880,516

Approved in current biennial budget: ? Yes ? No ? N/A

Budget Offer Number:
N/A

Budget Priority:
Vibrant and Connected

Other budget impacts or additional costs: ? Yes ? No ? N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A

Funding source(s):
CIP

Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A

? Additional budget details attached


COUNCIL REVIEW:

Previous Contact(s)
Date
Meeting
Requested Action
6/27/2023
Study Session
Receive Information

Proposed Upcoming Co...

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