Program Description
Metro will fund Planning Studies located within a ½ mile radius of a WSAB station. Please note that local jurisdictions can be awarded up to $200,000 total for (B) Implementation Program Funding and (C) Grant Matching Funds.
Program Timeline
- Every 6 months a new funding round is opened and advertised, and applications are processed
- Program funding available for a 3-year period
- Projects must be completed within a 3-year period
Application Process
- Complete the Section B intake form: For Planning Projects: Questions1-9
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Submit to
WSABTODSIP@metro.net
- Intake form evaluated by Metro Staff. Forms using a “pass” or “fail” method based on completeness, readiness and consistency with WSAB TOD SIP categories
- “Passing” applicants then complete an application detailing how the planning study will impact the applicant’s jurisdiction
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Jurisdictions that complete one or more applications will be evaluated based on the following top three weighted criteria:
- Project Readiness (Scope, budget, schedule and projected start/end date)
- Project Staff Commitment (City dedicated staff or another contract staff/agency)
- Project Location within Metro’s Equity Focus Communities boundaries
- If selected, a Metro full funding agreement is enacted.
Round 1
April 14:
Round 1 Program initiated, intake form and supporting materials available on website.
August 31: Intake forms due.
August 31: Intake forms due.