Quarterly Updates & LUT News

January 2025 (4th Quarter 2024)

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• New Year = New Roundabout
• Update: Transit Development Plan
• Annual Report FY 2023-24: Working Together
• Landslide repair to continue through May
• Road crews ready for winter
• New Roadside Memorial Policy
• Transportation News:
  - Century Boulevard Extension
  - Main Street, Banks Road and Cedar Canyon Intersection

September 2024 (3rd Quarter)

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• Parking reform could pave the way for pollution reduction
• Construction begins on Timber Road landslide repair
• Data Snack: Trends in Residential Building Permits
• The roads we travel: Who's responsible?
• Public weighs in on Transit Development Plan priorities
• Watermaster: Protecting our resources
• Transportation News:
  - Walker Road construction phases continuing
  - Replacement of South Road bridge in progress
  - Springville Road Phase 4 improvements underway
  - UPDATE: Thompson Road/Kenny Terrace realignment
• Upcoming Events

June 2024 (2nd Quarter)

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• Over-height detection system reducing bridge strikes
• Reader Poll: Share your input
• Urban Growth Boundaries in Washington County
• Get ready for summer paving
• MSTIP 3f - Board continues support for transportation system
• Landslides in Washington County
• All about the bidding and contracting process
• Transportation News
  - Thompson Road realignment
  - Springville Road Phase 4
  - Farmington Road and River Road intersection
• Upcoming Events

March 2024 (1st Quarter)

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• Comment on the Draft Road Maintenance Program
• Is your street on the 2024 summer paving list?
• Design work continues on Timber Road slide repair
• Attend SNR forums to learn about proposed code concepts
• HOW did the chicken cross the road?
• Transportation News
  - Farmington and River road project nears construction
  - Walker Road construction drives on
• Upcoming Events

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January 2024 (4th Quarter 2023)

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• County adds fourth snow zone
• County installing first 'HAWK' pedestrian crossing signal
• Wrapping up FY 2022-23: Serving Community
• A Focused Look: SNR Team continues responding to FAQ's
• Get familiar with County snowplow routes
• Transportation News
  • Martin Road
  • Thatcher Road
  • Butternut Creek Bridge
  • Timber Road
• Upcoming Events

September 2023 (3rd Quarter)

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• Join us for two ribbon-cutting celebrations for three projects
• New program helps with sidewalk repair replacement
• Division Street culvert features unique design
• Community Planning Month: Why do we plan?
• Keep your storm drains clear: Prevent urban flooding
• Safe Streets for All Grant awarded
• Transportation News
  • 209th Avenue road closure starts Oct. 2
  • Martin Road Bridge and Roundabout work continues
• Upcoming Events​ ​​ ​ ​

June 2023 (2nd Quarter)

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• Fish passage culverts support habitat access
• SNR: A Focused Look at Fish and Wildlife Habitat
• Stay prevents residential development in some SNR areas
• Reminders: Development Review and Building Services
• Landslide stabilization work in progress
  • Timber Road
  • Scoggins Valley
  • Bacona Road
• Public supports Council Creek Regional Trail
• Give feedback on Pedestrian & Biking Improvement Project proposals
• Transportation News
  • 209th Avenue
  • Reedville Trail
  • Tualatin-Sherwood Road/Roy Rogers Road Hwy 99W
• Speed limits
• Upcoming events

March 2023 (1st Quarter)

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• Alignment set for Council Creek Regional Trail
• Washington County Transit Study: Thanks for the great survey participation!
• Staff on the look out for emerald ash borer infestation
• Psilocybin in Washington County
• Building, Development fees to increase starting July 1
• Safe Streets for All Grant awarded
• Transportation News
  • Cornelius Pass Road
  • Tualatin-Sherwood Road and Roy Rogers Road
  • Cornell Road
  • 121st Avenue
• Upcoming Events​ ​​ ​ ​

2025

March 28: Comment on proposed road maintenance activities(Link is external)
March 21: Studded tires must be swapped out by March 31(Link is external)
March 14: Don't count on luck: Drive sober for St. Patrick's Day(Link is external)
March 7: Spring forward and travel safely Sunday morning!(Link is external)

Feb. 28: Property owners: Dispose of storm debris properly(Link is external)
Feb. 21: Apply for a position on a Land Use & Transportation Commission or Committee(Link is external)
Feb. 14: What are snow plow and ice control routes?(Link is external)
Feb. 7: Tualatin-Sherwood Road projects win design award(Link is external)

Jan. 31: Road crews ready for possible winter weather(Link is external)
Jan. 24: County awarded Safe Routes to School grant(Link is external)
Jan. 17: Washington County launches online building permitting portal(Link is external)
Jan. 10: Keep sidewalks clear of snow, ice, debris and vegetation(Link is external)
Jan. 3: Winter weather refresher: Look out for localized flooding(Link is external)

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2024

Dec. 27: Don't be a buzzkill: Drive sober on New Year's Eve(Link is external)
Dec. 20: It's dark out! Travel safely and watch for pedestrians(Link is external)
Dec. 13: Reminder: Get traction devices ready in case of snow zone activation(Link is external)
Dec. 6: Don't put holiday decorations on or near the road(Link is external)

Nov. 29: Give feedback on potential Farmington Road improvements at Dec. 11 workshop(Link is external)
Nov. 22: What's in your vehicle's winter emergency kit?(Link is external)
Nov. 15: Be cautious when there's high water on the roads(Link is external)
Nov. 8: Board adopts significant natural resources ordinances(Link is external)
Nov. 1: "Fall back" safely with these travel tips(Link is external)

Oct. 25: Have a safe Halloween: Follow these safety tips(Link is external)
Oct. 18: Keep your storm drains clean this fall!(Link is external)
Oct. 11: Apply to join a Land Use & Transportation committee(Link is external)
Oct. 4: Walk, bike and roll to school day is Wednesday(Link is external)

Sept. 27: Comment on plan to improve ADA access on county roads(Link is external)
Sept. 20: Update your emergency kits(Link is external)
Sept: 13: Comment on proposed TV Highway Frequent Express bus(Link is external)
Sept: 6: URMDAC members appointed, reappointed(Link is external)

Aug. 30: Don't put temporary signs in the public right-of-way(Link is external)
Aug. 26: Make it a safe school year for young travelers!(Link is external)
Aug. 16: Drive safely around farm vehicles(Link is external)
Aug. 9: Slurry seal schedule now available(Link is external)
Aug. 2: Expect delays and new traffic pattern on Walker Road(Link is external)

July 26: Work on Timber Road Landslide repair approaches(Link is external)
July 19: Apply to join a community committee(Link is external)
July 12: Don't mess with traffic barriers!(Link is external)
July 5: "Bleeding" roads can cause slick travel conditions(Link is external)

June 28: Wardell named Assistant Director(Link is external)
June 21: Board approves FY 2024-25 Road Maintenance Program(Link is external)
June 14: Overnight U.S. 26 closures continue for ODOT paving(Link is external)
June 7: Sidewalk need repairs? Check out the Sidewalk Repair Grant Program(Link is external)

May 30: Tree replanting scheduled on Cornell Road(Link is external)
May 24: Hitting the road for the holiday? Travel safely!(Link is external)
May 17: Keep temporary signs out of the right-of-way(Link is external)
May 10: Public Works Week is May 19-25(Link is external)
May 3: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month(Link is external)

April 26: Board proclaims celebrate bicycle, building safety(Link is external)
April 19: All-way stop coming to Susbauer and Wren roads intersection(Link is external)
April 12: Go Orange for Work Zone Awareness(Link is external)
April 5: Share the road with farm equipment this spring(Link is external)

March 29: Road work scheduled next week due to dry forecast(Link is external)
March 22: Give feedback on draft FY 2024-25 road maintenance project list(Link is external)
March 15: OR 217 to close through Tigard this weekend(Link is external)
March 8: Learn about proposed SNR code concepts at community forums(Link is external)
March 1: Hall Boulevard over OR 217 closing for 9 months(Link is external)

Feb. 23: March MAX Blue Line disruption marks final phase of construction(Link is external)
Feb. 16: Have a road-related concern? Request a Road Service(Link is external)
Feb. 9: Roundabout opens on Highway 47, Martin Road(Link is external)
Feb. 2: Board appoints Planning Commission, RROMAC members(Link is external)

Jan. 26: Pedestrian and Biking Improvement projects approved for funding(Link is external)
Jan. 19: W(Link is external)inter Response effort update(Link is external)
Jan. 12: Travel Safely in Winter Weather(Link is external)
Jan. 5: Get a permit for your event in the right-of-way(Link is external)

2023

Dec. 29 - Start the new year right by driving sober(Link is external)
Dec. 22 - Gifting a bicycle? Give a helmet too!(Link is external)
Dec. 15 - Stay prepared for travel in wintery conditions(Link is external)
Dec. 8 - Holiday decorations don’t belong in or near the roadway(Link is external)
Dec. 1 - Washington County names new building official(Link is external)

Nov. 24 - Girders installed for new Cornelius Pass Road bridge(Link is external)
Nov. 17 - Members appointed and reappointed to URMDAC(Link is external)
Nov. 10 - Watch for elk and deer during migration(Link is external)
Nov. 3 - Travel safely when adjusting to time change, Reminder: clean storm drains to prevent flooding(Link is external)

Oct. 27 - Watch out for ghosts and ghouls! Travel safely during trick-or-treat hours(Link is external)
Oct. 20 - Comment on proposed natural resource map updates(Link is external)
Oct. 13 - Apply to join a community board, commission(Link is external)
Oct. 6 - Road crew members place in skills competition(Link is external)

Sept. 29 - Is your vehicle emergency kit ready for winter?(Link is external)
Sept. 22 - Be ready for wet travel conditions(Link is external)
Sept. 15 - Child Passenger Safety Week is Sept. 17-23(Link is external)
Sept. 8 - Slow down, share the road with farm equipment(Link is external)
Sept. 1 - Knoebel named Capital Projects Services Manager(Link is external)

Aug. 25 - Back to School 101: Travel safely during the school year!(Link is external)
Aug. 18 - Sept. 16 job fair promotes opportunities in public works.(Link is external)
Aug. 11 - Summer paving schedule to begin(Link is external)
Aug. 4 - Highway 47 bypass at Martin Road opens Monday(Link is external)

July 28 - Geotechnical evaluation continues on Timber Road(Link is external)
July 21 - Share feedback on six proposed pedestrian and biking improvement projects(Link is external)
July 14 - Remember these road work reminders(Link is external)
July 7 - Slow down: speeding catches up with you(Link is external)

June 30: Summer community events come to Washington County streets(Link is external)
June 23: Prepare for summer road trips, Development Review/Current Planning lobby closed week of July 3(Link is external)
June 16: School's out! Watch for children biking, walking. Development Review/Current Planning lobby closed week of July 3(Link is external)
June 9: Building Services, Development Review/Current Planning lobby closed to the public week of July 3(Link is external)
June 2: Remember to trim roadside vegetation(Link is external)

May 26: Drive safe this Memorial Day weekend(Link is external)
May 19: May 21-27 proclaimed National Public Works Week(Link is external)
May 12: Share the road during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month(Link is external)
May 5: Draft Planning Work Program 2023-25 open for comment, May proclaimed National Building Safety Month, WC heavy equipment comes to "Diesel Day" at PCC(Link is external)

April 28: Bike and roll to school Wednesday(Link is external)
April 21: Board approves 10 more years of transportation maintenance and improvements in the URMD(Link is external)
April 14: Get ready to Go Orange for Work Zone Awareness(Link is external)
April 7: Share the road with farm equipment(Link is external)

March 31: How did the chicken cross the road?(Link is external)
March 24: Give feedback on draft 2023-24 road maintenance project list(Link is external)
March 17: Plan to swap out studded tires by March 31(Link is external)
March 10: Travel safely after springing forward(Link is external)
March 3: Is there an emergency kit in your vehicle?(Link is external)

Feb. 24: Wintery weather travel conditions forecasted to continue(Link is external)
Feb. 17: Increased traffic delays on SE Cornelius Pass Road(Link is external)
Feb. 10: Transit Study comment opportunity starts today(Link is external)
Feb. 3: Participate in the Natural hazard Mitigation Plan online open house(Link is external)

Jan. 27: Over-height detection system improved on Grahams Ferry Road(Link is external)
Jan. 20: Include a permit in plans for events in the right-of-way(Link is external)
Jan. 13: Washington County awarded Safe Routes to School Grant(Link is external)
Jan. 6: Debris from weather events may clog storm drains(Link is external)

2022

Dec. 30: Challenges & Opportunities: FY 2021-22 Annual Report available online(Link is external)
Dec. 16: Applicants needed for NWACT(Link is external)
Dec. 9: Prepare traction devices in case of snow zone activation(Link is external)
Dec. 2: Snow removal response times may increase due to operator shortage(Link is external)

Nov. 18: Wardell Named Planning and Development Services Manager(Link is external)
Nov. 4: Heavy rain forecasted, be aware of localized flooding(Link is external)

Oct. 28: Use caution when traveling during trick-or-treat hours(Link is external)
Oct. 21: Get ready to travel in the rain(Link is external)
Oct. 14: Pedestrian, school bus and teen driver safety awareness(Link is external)
Oct. 7: October is National Community Planning Month(Link is external)

Sept. 30: County road crew members put skills to the test(Link is external)
Sept. 23: Temporary signs don't belong in the right-of-way(Link is external)
Sept. 16: Child Passenger Safety Week is Sept. 18-24(Link is external)
Sept. 9: Red Flag Warning in effect; drivers take extra precautions(Link is external)
Sept. 2: Share the road this back-to-school season(Link is external)

Aug. 26: Cornelius Pass Road Bridge project receives grant(Link is external)
Aug. 19: Reminder: Drive safely alongside farm equipment(Link is external)
Aug. 12: Don Pierce named Plans Examiner of the Year(Link is external)
Aug. 5: Updated summer paving schedules available online(Link is external)

July 29: Transit Development Plan Survey(Link is external)
July 22: Summer paving activities scheduled to begin(Link is external)
July 15: Join LUT at these events for summer fun and transportation outreach!(Link is external)
July 8: MSTIP Online Open House: Help select projects for funding(Link is external)
July 1: Travel safely over July 4th weekend(Link is external)

June 24: Board approves FY 2022-23 Road Maintenance Program(Link is external)
June 17: Vegetation management crews hard at work(Link is external)
June 10: Work on 'A Better Red' at Fair Complex/Hillsboro Airport station continues(Link is external)
June 3: Trailer Safety Week begins Sunday(Link is external)

May 27: Watch for work zones as construction season starts!(Link is external)
May 20: Share the road with farm equipment(Link is external)
May 13: May 15-21 proclaimed National Public Works Week(Link is external)
May 6: Board proclaims May Building Safety Month(Link is external)

April 29: Feeling the burn? 10 tips to save on gas(Link is external)
April 22: Grahams Ferry Road over-height warning system(Link is external)
April 15: Share thoughts on two Saltzman Road alignment options(Link is external)
April 8: Avoid distracted driving: Park your phone(Link is external)
April 1: Keep the right-of-way clear of temporary signs(Link is external)

March 25: Studded Tire season ends March 31(Link is external)
March 18: Comment on the Draft 2022-23 Road Maintenance Program(Link is external)
March 11: Welcome Back We are Open(Link is external)
March 4: Elwert/Kruger Intersection project receives award(Link is external)

Feb. 25: Comment on the Basalt Creek Parkway Extension Project(Link is external)
Feb. 18: Survey respondents support transportation projects that improve safety, equity and the environment (Link is external)
Feb. 11: Construction begins on Cornell and Cornelius Pass roads(Link is external)
Feb. 4: Moving Ahead: FY 2020-21 annual report available online(Link is external)

Jan. 28: Please transact business remotely(Link is external)
Jan. 21: Middle housing ordinances filed(Link is external)
Jan. 14: MSTIP Online Open House: What's important to you?(Link is external)
Jan. 7: Do not travel through floodwaters(Link is external)

2021

Dec. 17:Be prepared to travel in snow zones(Link is external)
Dec. 10: Get your vehicle ready for winter(Link is external)
Dec. 3: This holiday - give the gift of slowing down(Link is external)

Nov. 26: Washington County ready for winter weather(Link is external)
Nov. 19: Council Creek Regional Trail awarded $12.2 million grant(Link is external)
Nov. 12: Supply chain disruption impacts road projects(Link is external)
Nov. 5: Slow down for time change(Link is external)

Oct. 29: Halloween: Watch out for pedestrians(Link is external)
Oct. 22: Board approves URMD Pedestrian and Biking Improvement Projects(Link is external)
Oct. 15: Subscribe to a new county-wide emergency alert system(Link is external)
Oct. 8: National Community Planning Month(Link is external)
Oct. 1: A Better Red breaks ground(Link is external)

Sept. 24: Augusta Lane Pedestrian Bridge connects community(Link is external)
Sept. 17: Be ready for the upcoming rain(Link is external)
Sept. 10: Annual report wins two national awards(Link is external)
Sept. 3: Use caution when traveling in school zones(Link is external)

Aug. 27: Mask mandates, enforcement begin today(Link is external)
Aug. 20: Virtual community meeting: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31(Link is external)
Aug. 13: Comment on the Farmington and River Roads Intersection through Aug. 29(Link is external)
Aug. 6: Please transact Business Remotely(Link is external)

July 30: Take precautions in hot weather(Link is external)
July 23: Washington County seeks input for website redesign(Link is external)
July 16: Visit Washington County Middle Housing Online Open House(Link is external)
July 9: Comment on the Meadow Drive and Downing Street/Butner Road projects through July 25(Link is external)
July 2: Washington County asked to voluntarily restrict use of fireworks(Link is external)

June 25: Drivers beware of “bleeding” roads(Link is external)
June 18: Inventory of County road features begins(Link is external)
June 11: Neighborhood Streets Program provides traffic calming(Link is external)
June 4: Provide input on proposed pedestrian and biking improvement projects(Link is external)

May 28: Open houses: Online, in-person or combination?(Link is external)
May 21: Help finalize the TV Trail Concept Plan(Link is external)
May 17: May 16-22 is National Public Works Week(Link is external)
May 10: May is National Bike Month(Link is external)
May 3: May is Building Safety Month(Link is external)

April 26: Keep signs out of the right-of-way(Link is external)
April 19: Apply for Washington County commissions(Link is external)
April 12: Comment on the Long Range Planning Work Program(Link is external)
April 5: Use caution when traveling in school zones(Link is external)

March 29: Comment on the Martin Road Project through April 11(Link is external)
March 22: Comment on Century Boulevard Extension Project(Link is external)
March 15: Submit comments on the Draft 2021-22 Road Maintenance Program(Link is external)
March 8: Survey results: Short-term Rentals online open house(Link is external)
March 1: Portion of Cornelius Pass Road to be transferred to ODOT(Link is external)

Feb. 22: Road conditions online, on your time: WC-ROADS.COM(Link is external)
Feb. 15: Ride Connection expands services(Link is external)
Feb. 8: Comment on Complete Streets Design Update proposals(Link is external)
Feb. 1: Retroreflectivity - shining a light on signs(Link is external)

Jan. 25: Snow zones – the latest in Washington County ITS infrastructure(Link is external)
Jan. 18: RROMAC welcomes new member(Link is external)
Jan. 11: Avoid travel on flood-prone road during heavy rains(Link is external)