Oregon metro, or; getting to vision zero 2035 - advancing equity outcomes and pedestrian safety in the greater portland metropolitan region under the safe streets and roads for all (SS4A) program

The Department of Transportation awarded a $2,400,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program grant to the Oregon Metro regional government agency on September 28, 2023. The purpose of this Project Grant is to advance equity outcomes and improve pedestrian safety in the greater Portland metropolitan region through the development of comprehensive transportation safety action plans.

Under this grant, Metro will coordinate with three sub-grantees - Washington County, Multnomah County, and the City of Tigard - to develop prioritized project lists and implementation strategies for their respective jurisdictions. The sub-awards total approximately $200,000 each and will enable these entities to complete robust public engagement, analyze systemic risk factors, and identify safety-focused infrastructure improvements and behavioral campaigns. The overall grant aims to significantly reduce or eliminate roadway fatalities and serious injuries involving pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vulnerable road users in the Portland region by 2035.