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Track Federal Stimulus Money in Washington County

Washington County received roughly $6.2 million in federal stimulus funds. Approximately half of the funds will be used to complete various urban and rural overlays. The remainder will be used to complete various safety projects and energy upgrades to the county traffic systems

Capital Project Management is working with various divisions to ensure that the intent of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds (an economic stimulus package intended to boost the economy). Washington County received roughly $334 through ARRA for various transportation needs.

Learn where and how the Stimulus and ARRA money will be spent by visiting the Washington County website.

Check out Metro's website to track ARRA projects throughout Oregon (by county).

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  A qualified bicycle commuting reimbursement, means any employer, if they chose to do so, may provide a reimbursement of up to $20 per month for reasonable expenses incurred by the employee in conjunction with their commute to work by bike.

  Please note however, that unlike the other qualified transportation fringe benefits, a qualified bicycle commuting reimbursement benefit cannot be funded through employee pre-tax income, nor can an employee receive both the transit and bicycle QTF in the same month. Click here to read in-depth analysis of the bike commuter provision limitations.
  
  (Legal disclaimer: The analysis provided was written by League legal intern Gregory T. Simmons. It was not performed by a lawyer and is provided only for our readers’ interest and information, not as legal advice. Employers, before making any decisions affecting your tax liability, you should consult your accountant or tax legal adviser).

• For more information, please check out the League of American Bicyclists