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Council authorizes mayoral delegation to seek $7.5M in federal grants for trestle and culvert projects
Summary
Council authorized a Washington, D.C., lobbying trip to pursue $7.5 million (a $5M BUILD grant for a trestle project and a $2.5M earmark for culvert work). Mayor and deputy mayor were selected to represent the city.
City staff told the council the city is pursuing $7.5 million in federal funding: a $5 million BUILD (successor to RAISE) grant for the trestle project and a $2.5 million federal earmark to complete culvert design and construction for two culverts. Staff said outreach has included more than 75 community organizations and tribal nations and that letters of support are being collected.
Council discussion and action: Councilmember Evans nominated the mayor and deputy mayor as the delegation to Washington, D.C., for the planned April 22–24 visit; the motion was seconded and approved unanimously. Staff emphasized that even if the city is unsuccessful this year, continued advocacy keeps Woodinville in front of the federal delegation and increases future chances.
Why it matters: The requested funds would be material capital contributions toward regional transportation and drainage/corridor projects; council said taking the case to the federal delegation increases the likelihood of securing awards and builds long‑term relationships.
Next steps: Staff will continue to collect letters of support and coordinate meetings with the federal delegation; the mayor and deputy mayor will travel in late April pending logistics and scheduling.
