After
a highly successful first round of the Kansas Department of Transportation’s
Cost Share Program last fall, a second round of applications are now being
accepted for spring 2020. Applications will be accepted from Feb. 3
through April 15.
The
Cost Share Program is designed to provide financial assistance that leverages
state funding with local and private funding for projects related to economic
development as well as job growth and retention. It will provide funding to
local entities for construction projects that improve safety, increase the
total transportation investment and help both rural and urban areas of the
state improve their transportation system.
A
minimum of 15% non-state cash match is required. Additional consideration will
be given to project applications that commit more than the minimum required
match amount. A portion of this funding is part of the remaining one-time $50
million approved this fiscal year by the Legislature and Gov. Laura Kelly,
which requires a 25% minimum match.
All
transportation projects are eligible, including roadway (on and off the state
system), rail, airport, bicycle/pedestrian and public transit. They must be
construction projects that address an important transportation need such as
promoting safety, improving access or mobility, improving condition or
relieving congestion. Selection criteria will include consideration of projects
that meet program objectives, eligibility categories and requirements.
Geographic distribution will also be considered during project selection.
An
application form and a fact sheet on the Cost Share Program can be found at www.KSDot.org or with the links
below:
