City Of Tualatin Neighborhood Transportation Safety Program Delivers Results - Community Invited To Suggest Next Projects (Photo) - 09/09/25
City of Tualatin Neighborhood Transportation Safety Program Delivers Results - Community Invited to Suggest Next Projects
Tualatin, Ore. – The Neighborhood Transportation Safety Program (NTSP) is an exciting, community-powered effort to make the City of Tualatin’s streets and pathways safer, more accessible, and better for all modes of transport. Each year, community members are invited to submit project suggestions. All suggestions are reviewed and a select few are identified for planning and construction. Community members can submit their project ideas now through September 30, 2025, for the next program cycle.
Whether you’re walking, driving, or cycling, each project begins with a community suggestion. From crosswalks to ADA-accessible ramps, better bike lanes to clearer signs - each suggestion helps solve real transportation challenges people encounter in their daily lives.
“The Neighborhood Transportation Safety Program is a great example of how small changes can create a big difference in the community,” said Abby McFetridge, Engineering Associate.
With $150,000 in annual funding from the City’s share of the statewide gas tax, many meaningful safety projects have already been completed. Three projects were completed in the 2025 cycle.
Thanks to a resident suggestion, a brand-new crosswalk with high visibility and flashing lights was installed at the intersection of Ibach Street and Columbia Drive. This project increased pedestrian safety and walkability in the neighborhood.
Another great suggestion completed this year was the upgraded traffic signal at Boones Ferry Road and Ibach Street. This project focused on changing the signal timing so left-turning cars wait while pedestrians safely cross the street. The green left-turn arrow will not appear when the pedestrian walk sign is on. This change has boosted the safety for both drivers and walkers at this intersection.
Lastly, resident suggestions led to important improvements at Nyberg Road and 65th Avenue. With enhancements to the signal, southbound right-turning drivers will now see a red or flashing yellow arrow when someone presses the walk button. This improvement makes it clearer when drivers should stop or yield to people crossing the street. Previously, on a green light, drivers would have to notice pedestrians when the walk sign was on.
The submission deadline for Neighborhood Transportation Safety Program projects for 2026 is swiftly coming to a close. The unique perspectives of community members allow us to identify and tackle issues that may otherwise go unseen. So, if you’ve noticed a need for a safer crosswalk, better bike lane, or just need to fix a pesky problem spot on your commute, we want to hear from you! Help us shape a safer, more user-friendly Tualatin by filling out the online survey by September 30, 2025.
For more information and to submit your idea, visit https://www.tualatinoregon.gov/NTSP.