We can get there from here. Transportation Funding Task Force - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

We can get there from here. Transportation Funding Task Force February 27, 2019

As greater Portland grows… By 2040: 500,000 more residents 350,000 more jobs 2

…it’s time to invest. • Affordable homes for our communities • Protecting parks and natural areas • Safe, reliable and affordable transportation 3

Transportation nightmare slide 4

People want solutions Percent of residents identifying “extremely” or “very serious” problems in the region 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Traffic Housing costs Displacement 2015 2019 Source: Survey of greater Portland views of transportation, January, 2019 5

Transportation Funding Task Force Local needs. Community voices. Regional vision. 6

Foundations for success 2018 Regional Transportation Plan Strategic Plan to Advance Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Climate Smart Strategy 2040 Vision 7

Decision-making Decision-maker Consider Task Force recommendations, engagement Metro Council Direction to Task Force, Metro staff Liaison: Council President Work sessions every 1-2 months through referral Applies Council charge & policy Broad and focused tracks Transportation Community & Advises Council Community partnerships Funding partner Regular meetings through referral Shape priorities, programs Continues through referral Task Force engagement JPACT 8

One last reminder https://vimeo.com/218962087 9

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