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Sherwood council raises concern over TriMet cuts and urges public input on transportation plan
Summary
Council members discussed TriMet service cuts that could eliminate a Sherwood bus line and encouraged public participation in upcoming transportation outreach; the city plans regional conversations about options and collaborative purchasing was proposed to reduce costs for common equipment.
Sherwood, Ore. — Members of the Sherwood City Council used their January 2026 regular meeting to discuss recent TriMet service reduction proposals that could eliminate a local bus line connecting downtown Sherwood to Tualatin and to remind residents about upcoming transportation outreach.
Councilors and the mayor said TriMet has announced cuts that could affect service to Sherwood, including the line identified in the meeting as Route 97. Several council members said they are talking with TriMet and neighboring cities about the impacts and about options for the city if regional service is reduced. They also emphasized the city’s limited local authority over a regional transit provider and that options are constrained but worth exploring.
Councilors encouraged residents to attend a winter transportation open house on Jan. 28 at City Hall (4:30–7 p.m.) to review proposed transportation projects, safety and connectivity plans, and to provide input. The mayor also briefed the council on a regional effort through the Metro Mayors Consortium to investigate collaborative purchasing (for items such as body cameras) to lower costs for multiple jurisdictions.
No formal council action was taken on transit service during the meeting; however, the discussion signals continued regional coordination and upcoming public engagement opportunities.
