November 2009
- We have completed the design for the park and ride and finished buying the necessary property.
- We are working closely with Skagit Transit to find funding for construction of the project.
Overview
In close coordination with Skagit Transit, we will build a new park and ride southeast of the I-5/SR 11 interchange in Burlington for commuters. The new park and ride will provide better options and services for commuters.
When the park and ride is finished, we will own it and Skagit Transit will operate and maintain it.
Why is WSDOT
building a park and ride?
We are building a new park and ride to relieve congestion on I-5, promote carpooling, and tie three transit systems together - Skagit Transit, Island Transit and the Whatcom Transportation Authority.
Currently, numerous carpoolers use Old Highway 99 off of Cook Road as a park and ride location, even though it's not a designated park and ride. The new park and ride at SR 11 will provide a safer, cleaner and more convenient location for people to park their cars.
We are coordinating this project closely with the I-5/SR 11 Interchange and Josh Wilson Road Realignment project, and the future Burlington Boulevard widening project.
The End Result
The new park and ride will provide an opportunity for Skagit County, Whatcom County and Island County transit agencies to provide better and more convenient options for commuters to move about the three counties. It provides a sustainable alternative to driving solo. Drivers can save money on commuting costs while reducing demand on our roads and highways.
Project Benefits
- Safety - When we reduce congestion, we reduce the risk of accidents.
- Improve traffic flow - Fewer vehicles means less congestion. This means shorter drive times and less time sitting in traffic for motorists.
- Environment - Fewer vehicles, shorter drive times and less congestion and reduces emissions and use of non-renewable resources.
What is the project timeline?
- This project is on hold while we seek the funding necessary to begin construction.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- 2005 Gas Tax (Partnership Funding) - $6.2 million
- Other Agency Funds - $6.5 million
Skagit Transit
- Total Funding Available From All Sources - $12.7 million
The State Legislature committed up to $1 million for the design phase and $3.15 million for the acquisition of property for the Chuckanut Park and Ride; this funding was from the Transportation Partnership Account budget. Property acquisition has been completed and the design phase is well underway. In order to complete the design of the park and ride for 2009 construction, an additional $200,000 is needed.
Skagit Transit committed $850,000 of local funds for property acquisition and has agreed to secure 100% of the construction funds for the project. To date Skagit Transit has secured a $2 million Regional Mobility Grant and $297,000 of Federal Transit Authority (FTA) funding for the construction of the park and ride. Skagit Transit has committed an additional $260,000 in local matching funds. The Burlington Edison School District is obligated to contribute $180,000 towards the access road. However, an additional $2.1 million is needed for construction of the project.
The information shown reflects the current proposed project budget and schedule. The 2009 Legislature may consider changes to the transportation budget that may include adjustments to some project budgets and schedules.
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Communications Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98233-3415
Phone: 360-757-5997
E-mail: Terpenid@wsdot.wa.gov
Project Engineer Mark Hammer
1415 Pacific Drive
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 360-757-5832
E-mail: hammerm@wsdot.wa.gov
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