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Transportation Investment Act

Transportation Investment Act. Proposed Criteria for Discretionary Funding April 9, 2013.

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Transportation Investment Act

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  1. Transportation Investment Act Proposed Criteria for Discretionary Funding April 9, 2013

  2. How can my local government use the TIA discretionary proceeds?Code Section 48-8-249 (e) provides “ proceeds shall be used by the local governments only for transportation projects as defined in paragraph (10) of Code Section 48-8-242 and may also serve as the local match as required for state transportation projects and grants.” Code Section 48-8-242 (10) provides “Project means, without limitation, any new or existing airports, bike lanes, bridges, bus and rail mass transit systems, freight and passenger rail, pedestrian facilities, ports, roads, terminals, and all activities and structures useful and incident to providing, operating, and maintaining the same. The term shall also include direct appropriations to a local government for the purpose of serving as a local match for state andfederal funding.”

  3. OverviewThe proposed criterion represents current transportation needs in the community. These needs and the funding priority may change from year to year as additional improvements are identified or repairs become necessary. Projected funding from the TSPLOST Discretionary allocation will typically supplement other funding sources in each category.

  4. Criterion Categories • Road Improvements • Bridge/Culvert Repairs and Maintenance • Maintenance and Safety Improvements • Future Operations and Grant Matching Funds • Alternative Transportation Projects

  5. Road Improvements • Supplemental funding for resurfacing, milling & resurfacing, rehabilitation of streets based on the current Pavement Condition Index • Implement a program to begin paving approximately 6 miles of unpaved streets maintained by the City • Implementing minor intersection improvements to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents as identified in the Congestion Management Study and Annual Accident Review process

  6. Bridge/Culvert Repairs and Maintenance • Perform necessary improvements and repairs to bridges under current weight restrictions which adversely impact public safety and the delivery of public services • To perform specialized maintenance of bridge and culverts beyond the scope of Public Services

  7. Maintenance and Safety Improvements • Supplemental funding for maintenance and enhancements of existing and future trails and gateway project areas • Installation of guardrails and other right of way safety improvements not currently in compliance with recommended roadway safety standards • Supplemental funding for installation of traffic calming measures in accordance with established City policies

  8. Future Operations and Grant Matching Funds • Leveraging local matching funds for state and federal transportation grants • Establishing funding for operational expenses for transportation projects

  9. Alternative Transportation Projects • Funding to expand the current network for walking/biking/jogging trails as identified in the Alternative Transportation Plan • Installation of sidewalks in areas of high pedestrian traffic and incomplete sidewalk networks. Installation of ADA ramps and other improvements to meet ADA requirements

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