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Oct. 5, 2015

For more information: Shelley M. Snow, Communications, (503) 986-3438

Due date is Nov. 20

SALEM — Applications for the ConnectOregon VI multimodal transportation funding program are now available on ODOT’s website. Completed applications are due Nov. 20, 2015. The 2015 Oregon Legislature approved $45 million in lottery-backed bonds for the sixth round of ConnectOregon funding, aimed at improving transportation connectivity and supporting Oregon’s economy through investments in non-highway projects around the state.

ConnectOregon VI assists with project funding for private sector applicants, municipalities, cities, counties, governing organizations, and other transportation-related entities. Projects can cover investments in air, bicycle/pedestrian, marine/port, public transit or railroad transportation. Selection considerations for qualified projects include readiness for construction, economic benefit and value in linking transportation modes.

Changes in this sixth round of funding include:

• * At least 10 percent of the total fund ($4.5 million each/$22.5 million total) is dedicated to each of the five legislatively-designated regions. Visit the website for a map of regions.
• * Applicants must match at least 30 percent of total project costs, up from 20 percent.
• * Reference has been made to define bicycle.
• * The definition of an eligible project specifically notes that operating expenses and purchase of bicycles are not eligible.
• * Loans are no longer a funding option.
• * A selection consideration pertaining to project life expectancy has been added.
• * Persons representing entities with projects for consideration will no longer be permitted to serve on the Final Review Committee.
• * Columbia County has been moved from ConnectOregon Region 1 to Region 2.

For ConnectOregon VI, as in the past, modal and regional committees will review completed applications, and there will be opportunities for public input. In June 2016, a Final Review Committee will prioritize and forward its recommendations for funding to the Oregon Transportation Commission. An OTC public hearing on the recommendations will be held soon after that, with approvals expected in August 2016.

ConnectOregon is an important strategy for ensuring Oregon’s transportation system is strong, diverse and efficient by making smart investments in multimodal projects. Anyone interested in keeping up to date on the program can join the electronic mailing list by visiting https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORDOT/subscriber/new?topic_id=ORDOT_135.

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