Since 1993, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has met with tribes annually to address mutually identified transportation issues. At the 2003 Tribal/State Transportation meeting the TTPO was formally established.
The purpose of the organization is for tribes to take an active role in statewide transportation planning by providing a forum to discuss and participate in tribal transportation system needs and opportunities.
Washington State Tribal Transportation Planning Organization (pdf 587 kb)
Tribal Transportation Data Project
WSDOT initiated the Tribal Transportation Database Project in February 2005. The purpose is to document the transportation needs and road systems of the 29 federally recognized Indian Tribes in Washington State.
Executive Summary (pdf 1.4 mb)
Tribal Transportation Planning Organization Bylaws (pdf 25 kb)
On July 29, 2004, adoption of the Tribal Transportation Planning Organization Bylaws occurred. The Bylaws stipulate the TTPO promote tribal transportation planning in Washington State and foster intergovernmental cooperation and coordination. The Bylaws also specify the TTPO will provide a forum for the advancement of professional skills and knowledge among transportation professionals employed with Indian governments and encourages effective use of planning principles, cooperation, and education among transportation agencies at the local, regional, state, and federal level.
Transportation Guide for Indian Tribal Governments—January 2004 (pdf 607 kb)
This guide serves as a tool to assist tribal governments and agencies in understanding transportation related funding, planning, rules and regulations, and processes. This guide is especially oriented towards transportation issues and concerns of tribal governments.
NCHRP Synthesis 366, Tribal Transportation Programs (pdf 1.11 mb)
This synthesis provides information in determining the state of tribal transportation programs, and the steps needed to assist tribes in developing the capacity to effectively perform and manage transportation-related functions. The study identifies innovations and model practices among tribal transportation programs. Overall, 30 tribes of all sizes from across the nation were chosen for surveying and study; at least one from every state with a large number of tribes.
April 2, 2008, TTPO meeting pictures (pdf 387 kb)
January 23, 2008, TTPO meeting pictures (pdf 564 kb)
Transportation Planning Symposium pictures (pdf 186 kb)
Upcoming Meetings/Events:
Tribal/State Transportation Conference 2008 - The Sleeping Lady Mountain Retreat in Leavenworth, WA.
Online registration is now available at the WSDOT Tribal Liaison web page!
TTPO Agendas:
July 16, 2008 - WSDOT Urban Corridors Office (pdf 150 kb)
Directions to WSDOT Urban Corridors Office, Seattle
April 2, 2008 - Fidalgo Bay Resort, Anacortes (pdf 99 kb)
January 23, 2008 - Heathman Lodge, Vancouver (pdf 124 kb)
TTPO Meeting Documents:
July 16, 2008 - WSDOT Urban Corridors Office
04-01-1999 U.S. DOT Secretary of Transportation (pdf 84 kb)
08-25-1998 WSDOT Strategic Plan (pdf 90 kb)
09-09-1999 MPO/RTPO/WSDOT Coordinating Committee Support of TTPO (pdf 62 kb)
10-11-1999 Transportation Commission Support of TTPO (pdf 35 kb)
Tribal Planning Grant Proposal (pdf 29 kb)
Washington Land Area by Tribe (pdf 17 kb)
Map of Washington Tribal Lands (pdf 114 kb)
WSDOT Decision Package (pdf 237 kb)
TTPO Meeting Participants:
April 2, 2008 (pdf 138 kb)
January 23, 2008 (pdf 317 kb)
February 22, 2007 (pdf 14 kb)
TTPO Meeting Minutes:
April 2, 2008—Fidalgo Bay Resort (pdf 127 kb)
January 23, 2008—Heathman Lodge (pdf 855 kb)
November 14, 2007—SWAT Team Meeting (pdf 41 kb)
Information from Past TTPO Meetings
Related Tribal Links:
TTPO Directory (pdf 34 kb)
Tribal Planners Contact List (pdf 42 kb)
WSDOT Tribal Liaison
Northwest Tribal Technical Assistance Program