News Releases Archive
Aug 12, 2010
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Transportation Projects Recommended for Funding
The Puget Sound Regional Council is seeking public comment on transportation projects recommended to receive federal funding. An additional $24.8 million has been made available for the region.
Jul 22, 2010
PSRC Sends $15 Million to South Park Bridge Replacement
The Puget Sound Regional Council unanimously approved $15 million in additional funding for the South Park Bridge replacement project. The $15 million is targeted for demolition of the existing structure and can be used almost immediately.
Jul 09, 2010
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Transportation Projects Recommended for Funding
The Puget Sound Regional Council is seeking public comment on two sets of transportation projects recommended for funding.
Jul 08, 2010
PSRC Board Recommends Funding for the South Park Bridge Project
The Puget Sound Regional Council’s Transportation Policy Board unanimously recommended $15 million in funding be reallocated to the South Park Bridge. The $15 million is targeted for demolition of the existing structure and can be used this summer to help create jobs. PSRC’s Executive Board is expected to take final action on the proposed funding on July 22.
May 24, 2010
Regional Transportation Plan Approved by PSRC
PSRC adopted Transportation 2040 as the region’s new 30-year transportation plan at its annual General Assembly meeting on May 20.
May 17, 2010
Puget Sound Regional Council’s General Assembly and VISION 2040 Awards Dinner May 20 at Historic Arctic Dome Room
The annual General Assembly of the Puget Sound Regional Council will meet May 20 at the historic Arctic Dome Room in Seattle.
Mar 19, 2010
Transportation 2040 FEIS Notice of Availability
The Transportation 2040 Final Environmental Impact Statement is now available. Transportation 2040 is scheduled for adoption in May 2010.
Feb 26, 2010
Final Draft of Transportation 2040 Now Available
The Transportation 2040 Final Environmental Impact Statement is now available. Transportation 2040 is scheduled for adoption in May 2010.
Jan 22, 2010
PSRC is Seeking Comment on Draft Long-Range Regional Transportation Plan
PSRC has released Transportation 2040 for public comment and review. The comment period will run from January 22 to March 9, 2010.
Oct 30, 2009
VISION 2040 Awards to Recognize Innovation in the Region – Nominate Your Projects
The Puget Sound Regional Council will begin accepting nominations for its annual VISION 2040 Awards program on November 1, 2009.
Sep 10, 2009
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Transportation Projects Recommended for Funding
The Puget Sound Regional Council is seeking public comment on a diverse group of priority transportation projects recommended to receive $388 million in funding during 2011 to 2012.
May 29, 2009
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Long-Range Regional Transportation Plan Alternatives
The Puget Sound Regional Council is seeking public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Transportation 2040. The comment period spans from May 29 – July 31, 2009.
May 14, 2009
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Contingency List for Potential Economic Recovery Funds
The Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) is seeking public comment on projects recommended for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) contingency list. A complete list of projects is available at psrc.org.
May 01, 2009
Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson to Lead the Puget Sound Regional Council; Kitsap County Commissioner Josh Brown Elected Vice-President
The Puget Sound Regional Council has elected Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson as its President and Kitsap County Commissioner Josh Brown as Vice-President.
Mar 12, 2009
Projects Approved for $214 Million in Regional Economic Recovery Funds
PSRC has selected projects to receive an estimated $78 million in Federal Highway Administration funding and $136 million in Federal Transit Administration funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
Feb 27, 2009
PSRC Seeking Public Comment on Projects Recommended for Economic Recovery Funds Before Final Approval March 12
PSRC is seeking public comment on projects recommended for funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
Nov 15, 2007
Destination 2030 Update Launched – Give Input on the Region’s Long-Range Transportation Priorities
The Puget Sound Regional Council is preparing to update Destination 2030, the region’s long-range transportation plan, and is asking for input on how to best keep the region moving as it grows by 1.5 million people by 2040.