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Type Plan Plan Author Relevant FLM Policies and Strategies
TriMet Westside TriMet Proposes improvements to transit services on the Westside,
Service including increased frequencies, innovative transit services,
Enhancement Plan and improved facilities for pedestrians. Identifies a variety
(2013) of last mile solutions to improve transit access on the
Westside to jobs that are close to transit but beyond a
comfortable daily walking distance. These solutions include
access to transportation information, increased frequencies
on routes that connect with MAX stations, private employee
shuttles between employers and transit stations, new and
improved bikeways, trails and bicycle parking, and bike/car-
sharing.
Banks City of Banks Opportunities identified in the Banks Transportation System
Transportation include:
System Plan (2010)  Construct one or more pedestrian and bicycle
overcrossings to ensure connectivity
 Establish a north south bike route
 All new roadways should include bicycle and
pedestrian accommodations
 Regularly monitor TCTD bus service in Banks to identify
any transit capacity improvements needed
Beaverton City of Indicates effective TDM strategies “should go beyond the
Comprehensive Beaverton low-cost, uncontroversial measures commonly used.”
Plan Strategies include parking, improved services for non-auto
(Transportation modes, and market-based measures.
Element) (2010)
Cornelius City of Cornelius Goals identified in the Cornelius Transportation System Plan
City Transportation include:
System Plan (2005)  Develop a safe, complete and efficient transportation
system that provides multimodal access
 Continue to explore mechanism to enhance the multi-
modal access and circulation throughout the
community
 Coordinate with Tri-Met to continue enhancements at
bus stops to provide a more attractive environment for
transit users

Forest Grove Local City of Forest Evaluates the need for enhanced transit service within
Service Study Grove Forest Grove and improved access to regional destinations.
(2013) Helped Forest Grove decide to invest in a local circulator for
the community (GroveLink). This decision was based on
several factors, including the size and density of the
community, and that the route could be “personalized” for
the community’s needs. GroveLink serves employment
areas in Forest Grove.

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