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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) delivered two ceremonial checks totaling $1,500,000 to the City of Arlington and the Stillaguamish Tribe for roadway improvement projects on SR-531 and SR-530. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding law.

$1 million will go towards the new 12-foot-wide multi-use trail along SR-531 from 67th Ave to SR-9 to create a safe pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, addressing the current lack of sidewalks on this busy road. With 16,000 vehicles traveling this road daily, the trail will enhance safety and connectivity for residents, offering a more secure route to work, shopping, and other destinations in a high-density residential area.

$500,000 will be dedicated to building a new roundabout at SR-530 and Smokey Point Blvd to tackle congestion and safety issues and improve access to I-5. This upgrade will help reduce collisions, ease traffic on I-5, and support regional job and housing growth, enhancing overall mobility and safety in the area.

“I’m excited for these investments to provide much needed improvements to local transportation in Arlington,” said DelBene. “The new roundabout and multi-use trail will help ease traffic, create safer pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, and make travel across our region more efficient. These upgrades will bring our community closer together and make Arlington an even better place to live and work.”

“The City of Arlington is deeply grateful for the investments in these crucial projects. The SR-530 corridor is vital not just for Arlington but also as a key commuter and freight route for the entire Stillaguamish Valley, handling over 26,000 trips per day. Additionally, the SR-531 Trail will enhance multi-modal connectivity for residents who currently lack such options,” said Arlington Mayor Don Vanney. “A heartfelt thank you to Congresswoman DelBene for her steadfast support of these important initiatives.”

“The intersection at State Route 530 and Smokey Point Boulevard is a critical transportation juncture in our region that continues to see increased congestion,” said the Stillaguamish Tribal Council. “When constructed, the new roundabout will ease congestion and increase safety at this intersection.  We thank Congresswoman DelBene for securing the federal funding for this important infrastructure project."

DelBene secured over $18 million for 15 community projects across Washington’s 1^st Congressional District in the FY24 federal funding package. Projects came directly from non-profit, city, county, Tribal, and state entities, and all funding secured was done in collaboration with project sponsors.

More information about the project can be found here.