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Chapter 479-10 WAC

Last Update: 12/14/23

PRESERVATION PROGRAMS, STREETLIGHT PROGRAM, AND COMPLETE STREETS GRANT PROGRAM

WAC Sections

HTMLPDF479-10-011Small city pavement preservation and sidewalk account additional uses.
HTMLPDF479-10-100Intent of the small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-110Who is eligible for small city preservation program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-120Projects that are eligible for small city preservation program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-121Types of street system treatments allowed under small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-122Qualification for the small city preservation program—Pavement condition ratings.
HTMLPDF479-10-130Identification of funding requests for the small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-140Project selection for the small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-150Project phases for the small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-160City matching funds or services for small city preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-170Small city federal match funding eligibility and application.
HTMLPDF479-10-171Restriction on use of small city match funding.
HTMLPDF479-10-172Small city match funding priority.
HTMLPDF479-10-173If small city match funding is fully allocated.
HTMLPDF479-10-174Small city match funding increases.
HTMLPDF479-10-200Intent of the city hardship assistance program.
HTMLPDF479-10-210Who is eligible for city hardship assistance program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-220What routes are eligible for city hardship assistance program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-230How to request city hardship assistance program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-240Phases for city hardship assistance program.
HTMLPDF479-10-250Funding limitations for city hardship assistance program projects.
HTMLPDF479-10-260No match is required for city hardship assistance program projects.
HTMLPDF479-10-270Spending any residual amount of city hardship assistance program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-300Intent of the arterial preservation program.
HTMLPDF479-10-310Who is eligible for arterial preservation program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-320Projects eligible for arterial preservation program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-323Arterial preservation program allowable street system treatments and funding uses.
HTMLPDF479-10-330Consideration of arterial preservation program funding requests.
HTMLPDF479-10-370Arterial preservation program city matching funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-400Intent of the streetlight program.
HTMLPDF479-10-410Who is eligible for streetlight program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-420Work eligible for streetlight program funds.
HTMLPDF479-10-422When streetlights are on state routes facilities.
HTMLPDF479-10-430Project types for the streetlight program.
HTMLPDF479-10-440Project award criteria for the streetlight program.
HTMLPDF479-10-450Project phases for the streetlight program.
HTMLPDF479-10-500Purpose and authority for the complete streets grant program.
HTMLPDF479-10-510Who is eligible for complete streets grant program funding.
HTMLPDF479-10-515Projects eligible for complete streets funding.
HTMLPDF479-10-525Project selection for the complete streets program.
HTMLPDF479-10-535Award criteria for the complete streets program.
HTMLPDF479-10-545Acquisition of rights of way.
HTMLPDF479-10-555Identification of funding requests for the complete streets program.
HTMLPDF479-10-565Project phases for the complete streets program.
HTMLPDF479-10-575Executive director administrative increase authority for the complete streets program.
HTMLPDF479-10-585Matching requirements for the complete streets program.
DISPOSITION OF SECTIONS FORMERLY CODIFIED IN THIS TITLE
479-10-005Purpose, authority, and funding. [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-005, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-005, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.] Repealed by WSR 15-22-052, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-520How are local governments selected for complete streets grant funding? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-520, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-530Who can nominate? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-530, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-540How many nominations may each nominator submit? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-540, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-550The board may nominate eligible local governments. [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-550, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-560How will nominated local governments be evaluated for the complete streets grant program? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-560, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-570What projects are eligible? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-570, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-580How is the work plan determined? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-580, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-590How to make changes to the work plan. [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-590, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-600When will the grant award payment be made? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-600, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-610How is the amount of the incentive payment determined? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-610, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-620What is required at grant award closeout? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-620, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.
479-10-630When can eligible local governments who have already received an award, receive a new award? [Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-630, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.] Repealed by WSR 24-01-071, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW.


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Small city pavement preservation and sidewalk account additional uses.

If available, funds from the small city pavement preservation and sidewalk account may be provided to small cities to match federal funding provided for local government federal aid of transportation.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-011, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-011, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13; WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-011, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-011, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Intent of the small city preservation program.

The intent of the small city preservation program is to provide funding for small cities to provide proper pavement management and extend infrastructure longevity.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-100, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Who is eligible for small city preservation program funds.

Agencies eligible to receive small city pavement program funding are incorporated cities with a population less than five thousand. For the purposes of determining population, cities may exclude the population of any state correctional facility located within the city.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 12-08-060, § 479-10-110, filed 4/3/12, effective 5/4/12; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-110, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Projects that are eligible for small city preservation program funds.

Eligible roadway and sidewalk projects, including active transportation projects, are those that maintain, repair, and/or resurface the existing infrastructure that is municipally owned and appropriate under Article II Section 40, 18th Amendment of the Washington state Constitution.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 22-07-023, § 479-10-120, filed 3/9/22, effective 4/9/22; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-120, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Types of street system treatments allowed under small city preservation program.

The type of treatment will be based on the pavement condition rating, treatment types available in the area, and concurrence by the local agency. Treatments may include crack sealing, patching, ditching, chip sealing, overlay, cold in place recycling of roadway, or other treatment as deemed cost effective and/or necessary by TIB staff.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-121, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Qualification for the small city preservation programPavement condition ratings.

To qualify for funding in the current program year, a city's pavement condition rating must be less than four years old on or by the application date.
For the cities' convenience, TIB staff will conduct all pavement condition ratings on a rotational basis every four years.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-122, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-122, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Identification of funding requests for the small city preservation program.

To be considered for a project under the small city preservation program, an eligible agency may submit a funding application in response to either a standard TIB call for projects or identification and notification by TIB staff based on other opportunities available in the area to decrease material or labor costs associated with project delivery.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-130, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Project selection for the small city preservation program.

Projects may be selected by the board or the executive director based on need, economy of scale opportunities, and criteria listed in RCW 47.26.345.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-140, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Project phases for the small city preservation program.

Small city preservation program projects will have three phases. Each phase will require specific documentation as described below and each phase must be approved before the applicant agency is eligible to receive the related funding:
(1) Application phase - The city shall submit an application form as well as documentation showing route and treatment plan.
(2) Design and construction phase - TIB will provide documents for the city to sign and return. The city must submit the following agreements where utilized:
(a) Fuel tax agreement.
(b) Rights of entry agreement (if applicable).
(c) Consultant agreement (if applicable).
(3) Project closeout phase - All necessary project cost documentation must be received prior to final payment.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-150, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-150, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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City matching funds or services for small city preservation program.

The board will consider a city's ability to provide matching funds or in-kind services when allocating funds under this program. Cash or in-kind match may be provided by the local agency in the form of:
(1) Cash match based on ability to contribute:
(a) If the city assessed valuation is greater than 500,000,000, a match of 10 percent will be contributed.
(b) If the city assessed valuation is from 100,000,000 to 500,000,000, a five percent match will be contributed.
(2) If the city assessed valuation is under 100,000,000, no cash match is necessary.
(3) Match is not expected or accepted if the construction services will be provided to the city by WSDOT or a county.
(4) All in-kind contributions must relate directly to the project and are limited to time, material, or real property donated to the agency to fulfill project requirements. In-kind match may include:
(a) Community involvement including volunteer participation.
(b) City force labor, materials, and/or equipment (excluding costs incurred for qualification in WAC 479-10-122 or application for funds).
(c) Other street beautification.
(d) In-kind match must be documented with labor reports, equipment reports, receipts, and/or citizen volunteer time with hourly rate not to exceed the greater of 200 percent of either the state or local minimum wage.
(e) Contributions of overhead, per diem, travel expenses, time spent at advisory groups or meetings, or time from individuals receiving compensation through the grant will not be accepted as in-kind match.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 22-07-023, § 479-10-160, filed 3/9/22, effective 4/9/22; WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-160, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Small city federal match funding eligibility and application.

Cities may request federal matching funds for projects that meet TIB eligibility requirements for small city preservation program funding as described in WAC 479-10-120 and 479-10-121. A TIB funding application form must be submitted to apply for match funding.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-170, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 12-08-060, § 479-10-170, filed 4/3/12, effective 5/4/12; WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-170, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10.]



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Restriction on use of small city match funding.

Match funds are only for transportation projects funded through federal transportation grants. All other local sources must be sought before applying for match funds from TIB.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-171, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10.]



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Small city match funding priority.

If funds remain after small city preservation program projects are funded, match funds may be committed to eligible projects. The priority for funding is in the order in which the applications are received until the available funds are fully allocated.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-172, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10.]



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If small city match funding is fully allocated.

If an eligible application is received after all of the funding is allocated, the local agency may seek board approval for funding at the next scheduled board meeting from the notice of denial from TIB staff. The notice of denial may be in the form of an email or letter.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-173, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10.]



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Small city match funding increases.

Increases in match funding for chosen projects may be made within the executive director's authority in accordance with WAC 479-01-060.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 10-14-027, § 479-10-174, filed 6/28/10, effective 7/29/10.]



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Intent of the city hardship assistance program.

The city hardship assistance program provides rehabilitation and maintenance funds for eligible routes pursuant to RCW 47.26.164.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-200, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Who is eligible for city hardship assistance program funds.

Eligible cities are those with a population of twenty thousand or less with a net gain in cost responsibility due to a road jurisdictional transfer.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-210, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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What routes are eligible for city hardship assistance program funds.

The following routes are eligible to receive city hardship assistance funds for maintenance:
(1) Clarkston, Old SR 128, 0.13 Miles, SR 12 to Poplar Street;
(2) Kelso, Old SR 431, 0.90 Miles, SR 5 to Cowlitz Way; Old I-5, 1.20 Miles, north end of Coweeman River Bridge to 2,480 feet south of Haussler Road and those sections of Kelso Drive, Minor Road, Grade Street and Kelso Avenue referred to in the memorandum of understanding for this turn back, approximately 2.7 miles;
(3) Leavenworth, Old SR 209, 0.11 Miles, SR 2 to 260 feet north of Fir Street;
(4) Milton, Old SR 514, 2.46 Miles, Junction SR 99 to 50 feet west of SR 161;
(5) Napavine, Old SR 603, 0.79 Miles, 810 feet southwest of Lincoln Street to 8th Avenue West;
(6) Pomeroy, Old SR 128, 0.72 Miles, SR 12 to 2,690 feet south of Arlington Avenue;
(7) Sequim, Washington Avenue - Simdars Road to Sunnyside Avenue and 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue;
(8) Skykomish, Old SR 2 Spur, 0.16 Miles, SR 2 to Railroad Avenue;
(9) Stanwood, Old SR 530, 1.59 Miles, 790 feet north of 86th Drive NW to 740 feet northwest of 72nd Avenue NW;
(10) Toledo, Old SR 505, 0.12 Miles, Fifth Street to 210 feet northwest of Sixth Street;
(11) Toppenish, Old SR 220, 0.27 Miles, Junction SR 22 to 630 feet east of Linden Road;
(12) Vader, Old SR 411, 0.25 Miles, 520 feet south of SR 506 to 1,840 feet south of SR 506;
(13) Washougal, Old SR 140, 0.70 Miles, SR 14 to west end of Washougal River Bridge;
(14) Winlock, Old SR 603, 0.61 Miles, Walnut Street to 160 feet south of Olequa Creek Bridge.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-220, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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How to request city hardship assistance program funds.

To request funding for eligible routes, the city should submit a letter of application including a treatment plan and cost estimate for the project. The request will be due by August 31st of the year prior to treatment, unless otherwise authorized by the executive director.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-230, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Phases for city hardship assistance program.

City hardship assistance program projects will have the following phases:
(1) Application phase - Letter of application including the treatment plan and cost estimate submitted under WAC 479-10-230.
(2) Design and construction phase - Documents that must be received prior to phase approval:
(a) Fuel tax agreement or WSDOT task order agreement.
(b) Consultant agreement (if applicable).
(3) Project closeout phase - Project cost documentation must be received prior to final payment.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-240, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Funding limitations for city hardship assistance program projects.

Funding is to be used for maintenance and rehabilitation of existing facilities and not for adding additional capacity or facilities.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-250, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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No match is required for city hardship assistance program projects.

There is no local agency matching funds requirement for city hardship assistance program projects.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-260, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Spending any residual amount of city hardship assistance program funds.

Any residual funds remaining at the end of the biennium will be spent on small city preservation program projects.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 08-21-005, § 479-10-270, filed 10/2/08, effective 11/2/08.]



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Intent of the arterial preservation program.

The intent of the arterial preservation program is to aid urban cities with low assessed property valuation to preserve arterial pavement.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-300, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-300, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Who is eligible for arterial preservation program funds.

Incorporated cities with a population of five thousand or more and an assessed property valuation below a maximum valuation established annually by the board are eligible to receive arterial preservation program funding.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-310, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15; WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-310, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Projects eligible for arterial preservation program funds.

Eligible roadway projects are:
(1) Preservation on city-owned federally classified routes; or
(2) City-owned federal arterial functional classification projects within cities qualifying for urban designation upon the next federal census.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 23-08-032, § 479-10-320, filed 3/28/23, effective 4/28/23; WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-320, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Arterial preservation program allowable street system treatments and funding uses.

The type of treatment allowed will be based on the pavement condition rating, treatment types available in the area, and concurrence by the local agency. Funding can be used for resurfacing of existing streets, required ADA ramp upgrades, and minor associated sidewalk repairs.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-323, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Consideration of arterial preservation program funding requests.

To be considered for funding a project under the arterial preservation program, an eligible agency must submit a funding application in response to a TIB call for projects.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-330, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Arterial preservation program city matching funds.

The arterial preservation program provides funding when program funds are matched by any other non-TIB funds as follows:
(1) If the city assessed valuation is less than one billion dollars, the matching rate is ten percent of the total project costs;
(2) If the city valuation is one billion dollars to two and one-half billion dollars, the matching rate is fifteen percent of the total project costs;
(3) If the city valuation is over two and one-half billion dollars, the matching rate is twenty percent of the total project costs.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 13-20-087, § 479-10-370, filed 9/30/13, effective 10/31/13.]



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Intent of the streetlight program.

The intent of the streetlight program is to provide funding for cities to modernize their street lights to current technology.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-400, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Who is eligible for streetlight program funds.

Agencies eligible to receive streetlight program funding are:
(1) Incorporated cities with a population less than five thousand; and
(2) Incorporated cities with a population of five thousand or more with an assessed property valuation below a maximum valuation established by the board based on available funding.
For the purposes of determining population, cities may exclude the population of any state correctional facility located within the city.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-410, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Work eligible for streetlight program funds.

Eligible projects include:
(1) Replacement of existing luminaires;
(2) Replacement of existing streetlight infrastructure may be included when:
(a) The infrastructure is required for installation of new luminaires; and
(b) The cost is determined by TIB to be appropriately borne by the city.
(3) Placement of new lights when necessary as determined by the executive director or board.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-420, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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When streetlights are on state routes facilities.

WSDOT approval is required in advance of award of TIB funding.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-422, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Project types for the streetlight program.

To be considered for a project under the streetlight program, a streetlight program project may be identified through the following ways:
(1) An eligible agency may submit a funding application in response to a TIB call for projects;
(2) TIB may select eligible agencies based on opportunities provided by an electrical service provider; or
(3) TIB may select eligible agencies based on other board established criteria.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-430, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Project award criteria for the streetlight program.

When funds are available projects may be awarded by the board based on cost savings for the city, installation efficiency, or energy savings. Availability of other funding sources or rebates may also be considered.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-440, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Project phases for the streetlight program.

Streetlight program projects will have three phases. Each phase will require specific documentation as described below and each phase must be approved before the applicant agency is eligible to receive the related funding:
(1) Application phase - The city shall submit an application form as well as documentation showing scope, schedule, and budget.
(2) Design and construction phase - TIB will provide documents for the city to sign and return. The city must submit the following agreements where utilized:
(a) Grant agreement;
(b) Rights of entry agreement (if applicable);
(c) Consultant agreement (if applicable).
(3) Project closeout phase - All necessary project cost documentation must be received prior to final payment.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 15-22-052, § 479-10-450, filed 10/29/15, effective 11/29/15.]



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Purpose and authority for the complete streets grant program.

The transportation improvement board (TIB) adopts reasonable rules necessary to implement the complete streets grant program authorized in RCW 47.04.320. The purpose of the program is to encourage local agencies to adopt ordinances for street and road designs that incorporate access to all users including bicyclists, pedestrians, motorists, and public transportation riders.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-500, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24; WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-500, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.]



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Who is eligible for complete streets grant program funding.

A city or county is eligible to receive complete streets grant program funding when it has a jurisdiction-wide complete streets ordinance adopted by its council or commission.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-510, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24; WSR 17-09-018, § 479-10-510, filed 4/10/17, effective 5/11/17.]



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Projects eligible for complete streets funding.

The following types of improvements are permitted uses:
(1) Pedestrian infrastructure;
(2) Bicycle infrastructure;
(3) Street or road modifications that provide or improve access to public transit;
(4) Aesthetic improvements to the streetscape associated with the street or road system; and
(5) Other activities consistent with RCW 47.04.320 may be authorized by the board on a case-by-case basis.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-515, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Project selection for the complete streets program.

Projects may be selected by the board or executive director based on need, economy of scale, opportunities, and criteria listed in RCW 47.04.320.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-525, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Award criteria for the complete streets program.

The board establishes the following criteria for use in evaluating complete streets grant applications:
(1) Purpose and need of proposed complete streets elements; and
(2) Constructibility - Demonstrates a strong likelihood to achieve full funding, obtain permits, acquire right of way, and reach construction within the timelines established in WAC 479-05-211.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-535, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Acquisition of rights of way.

Complete streets program projects are eligible for the acquisition of right of way in accordance with WAC 479-05-140.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-545, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Identification of funding requests for the complete streets program.

To be considered for a project under the complete streets program, an eligible agency may submit a funding application in response to either a standard TIB call for projects or identification and notification by TIB staff based on other opportunities available to the area to decrease material or labor costs associated with project delivery.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-555, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Project phases for the complete streets program.

(1) Complete streets program projects will have five phases. Each phase will require specific documentation as described below and each phase must be approved before the applicant agency is eligible to receive the related funding:
(a) Application phase;
(b) Design phase;
(c) Bid authorization phase;
(d) Bid award phase; and
(e) Project closeout phase.
(2) A manually signed copy of a contract or any amendments, statement of work, or other transaction documents delivered by email shall be deemed to have the same legal effect as delivery of an original signed copy.
(3) An electronic signature shall have the same force and effect as a manual signature on all agreements, forms, and other documents submitted in support of a project under this chapter. For purposes of this section, an "electronic signature" has the same meaning as in RCW 1.80.010(10).
TIB will provide documents for the city or county to sign and return.
All necessary project cost documentation must be received prior to final payment.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-565, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Executive director administrative increase authority for the complete streets program.

The executive director has administrative increase authority of 15 percent of project costs or $150,000, whichever is greater.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-575, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]



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Matching requirements for the complete streets program.

The complete streets program provides funding for the agencies which will be matched by other funds as follows:
(1) For an incorporated city or town that has a population of less than 5,000:
(a) If the city assessed valuation is under $100,000,000, no cash match is necessary.
(b) If the city assessed valuation is from $100,000,000 to $500,000,000, the matching rate is five percent of total project costs.
(c) If the city assessed valuation is greater than $500,000,000, the matching rate is 10 percent of total project costs.
(2) For incorporated cities or towns with a population of 5,000 or more:
(a) If the city assessed valuation is under $1,000,000,000, the matching rate is 10 percent of total project costs.
(b) If the city assessed valuation is between $1,000,000,000 and $2,500,000,000, the matching rate is 15 percent of total project costs.
(c) If the city assessed valuation is over $2,500,000,000, the matching rate is 20 percent of total project costs.
(3) For counties:
(a) If the road levy valuation is under $3,000,000,000, the matching rate is 10 percent of total project costs.
(b) If the road levy valuation is between $3,000,000,000 to $10,000,000,000, the matching rate is 15 percent of total project costs.
(c) If the road levy valuation is over $10,000,000,000, the matching rate is 20 percent of total project costs.
The board uses the current published valuation from the department of revenue.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 47.26 RCW. WSR 24-01-071, § 479-10-585, filed 12/14/23, effective 1/14/24.]