The city of chelan intends to complete a safety action plan to document the safety elements related to our transportation system and improve safety for pedestrians and vehicles

The City of Chelan received a $142,160 Project Grant from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program (CFDA 20.939), awarded on September 25, 2025, with a completion deadline of March 25, 2028. This grant funds the development of a comprehensive Safety Action Plan that documents and addresses safety elements within Chelan's transportation system, with a focus on improving safety outcomes for both pedestrians and vehicles.

The Safety Action Plan will serve as the foundational planning document to guide the city's transportation safety initiatives. Through this planning effort, the City of Chelan will conduct stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and assessment activities necessary to identify safety priorities and develop targeted strategies for the local transportation network. This award represents the SS4A program's investment in local planning-phase activities, enabling communities to establish evidence-based frameworks for implementing future infrastructure and behavioral safety improvements.