Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) secured House passage for more than $22.2 million in federal funding legislation for 15 community projects across Washington’s 1st Congressional District. These projects include expansions of health, safety, and educational facilities, road and trail improvements, environmental sustainability initiatives, and utility upgrades.
The 15 community projects spanning the 1st Congressional District include:
- $6.8 million for projects in King County
- $15.3 for projects in Snohomish County
“This funding will help non-profits and local partners move forward with projects to make our communities more affordable, safe, and accessible,” said DelBene. “These federal investments will address important needs and create real, lasting benefits for residents across the region.”
These projects include:
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City of Arlington
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SR-531 Trail
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$850,000
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This project will build a multi-use trail to provide a safe pathway for pedestrians and bicyclists.
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City of Bellevue
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Lake Washington Sanitary Sewer Lake Lines Program
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$500,000
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This project will help Bellevue and nearby areas replace old sewer pipes along Lake Washington.
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City of Bothell
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Woodcrest Utility Replacement Project
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$1,092,000
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This project will replace the Woodcrest neighborhood’s failing water utilities and provide improved water infrastructure.
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City of Kenmore
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Environmentally Sustainable Public Works Operations Center
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$2,000,000
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This project will modernize infrastructure throughout Kenmore by promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing energy efficiency.
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City of Marysville
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156th St. NE Railroad Overcrossing Project
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$4,100,000
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This project will reinstate an overcrossing on the railroad track at 156thStreet NE.
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City of Monroe
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Railroad Grade Separation
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$850,000
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This project will assess and design five critical railroad crossings to improve safety and emergency response.
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City of Mountlake Terrace
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Community Center Resiliency Project
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$850,000
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This project will fund repairs for the Mountlake Terrace emergency services shelter building.
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City of Redmond
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AC Water Main Replacement
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$2,500,000
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This project will replace an asbestos-cement water pipe that has reached the end of its useful life.
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City of Snohomish
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Infrastructure Investments for Public Safety & City Services Campus
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$3,150,000
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This project will create a new safety campus for the City of Snohomish Fire and Police Departments while revitalizing critical infrastructure along Pine Ave and throughout the Pilchuck District.
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Community Transit
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Swift Green Line Extension Southern Terminal Facility
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$2,000,000
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This project will extend Sound Transit’s Green Line, connecting Canyon Park to downtown Bothell.
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EvergreenHealth Monroe
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EvergreenHealth Monroe Specialty Care Expansion
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$1,500,000
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This project will expand EvergreenHealth Monroe’s specialty care facilities to improve medical services for residents.
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Lake Washington Institute of Technology
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The Early Learning Center Childcare Project
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$250,000
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This project will allow Lake Washington Institute of Technology to expand its early childhood learning program.
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Snohomish Conservation District
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Natural Resources Center
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$1,200,000
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This project will create the Snohomish County Natural Resources Center, an all-ages educational facility.
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Snohomish County
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Alderwood Mall Parkway: SR525 to 168th St SW
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$1,000,000
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This project will widen the SR 525 Northbound on and off ramps.
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Sno-Isle Intercounty Rural Library District
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Lake Stevens Early Learning Library
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$250,000
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This project will fund the construction of a new, high-tech early learning library.
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The funding legislation now moves to the Senate and must be signed by President Trump.
DelBene submitted 15 projects for consideration in May 2025. Project submissions came directly from non-profit, city, and county entities. A summary of the projects submitted by DelBene in the FY26 funding package can be found here.
