When you’re on the road in Indiana feeling frustrated, have you ever thought of something along the lines of “If I ran the state”? Well, they probably won’t let you run the state, but you can have your say.
Proposed amendments to the Indiana State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) mean drivers have the opportunity to weigh in.
The STIP lists all projects and project phases expected to be funded with federal money within five years, as well as state-funded projects deemed regionally significant.
It is prepared in cooperation with local government entities throughout Indiana, including transportation planning regions, metropolitan planning organizations and regional planning organizations.
This statewide program is developed on a two-year cycle and amended monthly.
Changes made to the project scope, cost and construction schedule require an amendment or administrative modification.
Since the STIP must be fiscally constrained, only projects that have construction and operating funds available are included, according to the Indiana Department of Transportation.
If a project is not included, it is not eligible to receive federal funding.
A public comment period remains open through Tuesday, June 23, for two separate bridge-related projects along Interstate 69 and U.S. Highway 35 in Greenfield, Ind.
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Both projects are expected to cost around $1 million, according to the latest information from the Indiana DOT.
Comments can be shared through an online form, email [email protected] or by writing to:
INDOT
Attn: Cat Seely, Planning Public Outreach Manager
100 N. Senate Ave., IGCN 758-TE
Indianapolis, IN 46204
“Your input will enable INDOT to more effectively identify projects and improvements that will enhance safety and allow for continued improvement of Indiana’s transportation network,” Indiana transportation officials said.
The STIP must be approved by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration.
A map of all current and future Indiana Department of Transportation projects is available online. LL
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