The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities reports that the state’s tribes, cities, and boroughs will have new opportunities to build local transportation improvements with new funding. The DOT’s two programs; the Community Transportation Program (CTP) and Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) will open for grant applications this fall.
A pre-notice was issued for both programs by the DOT in order to begin coordinating with local governments and share upcoming steps in the application process. The ‘pre-notice’ step was added in response to the public’s request for more time to identify community projects.
The estimated funding for this three-year award cycle will be between $80-$120 million for CTP projects, and between $20-$30 million for TAP projects. A 9.03% local match for the projects is required and the DOT will be working with communities to determine which projects are eligible and assist communities in strengthening the applications in subsequent steps.
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said:
“These community-based projects can make significant safety improvements or support the local economy. Alaska DOT&PF is ready to assist our cities, boroughs and villages with capturing federal funding for their important transportation needs.”
CTP normally funds projects that improve existing surface transportation facilities; create or improve access to important resources or connect communities; connect different transportation modes such as transit and trails or roads; enhance travel and tourism; electric vehicle charging infrastructure; and reduction of wildlife-vehicle collisions, such as wildlife crossings.
TAP normally funds projects for pedestrian and bicyclist facilities; safe routes for non-drivers; converted abandoned railroad corridors for trails for non-motorized transportation users; turnouts, scenic overlooks and viewing areas; historic preservation and rehabilitation; environmental mitigation related to stormwater and habitat connectivity; and vulnerable road user safety assessments.
The call for projects will open this fall. TAP projects will be limited to two project submissions per community with a limit of $5 million in federal funding, although the total cost of the project may exceed that if the community has identified additional, alternative funding.
- Review the prenotice here.
- Read more information about the CTP here.
- Read more information about the TAP here.
- Sign up to receive announcements via text or email on the TAP and CTP programs via DOT&PF’s main website.
- Contact a DOT&PF area planner here.