The New York State Department of Transportation recently awarded more than 30 communities statewide $97.7 million in federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grants.
The Transportation Alternatives Program provides funding to projects that enhance access to public transportation, provide safe routes to schools, create trailway networks, and improve sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle safety. The projects help facilitate the use of non-motorized travel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
“These investments in alternative transportation projects are another example of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s commitment to creating a more resilient and sustainable transportation infrastructure that brings communities together and safeguards our environment for future generations,” Marie Therese Dominguez, New York State Department of Transportation commissioner, said. “These projects will create more walkable and bikeable communities across New York state and allow more people to utilize other modes of transportation, which will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve quality of life for all New Yorkers.”
Funding was awarded in four categories: $1.3 million for bus shelters and transit enhancements, $17.3 million to provide safe routes to schools, $21.2 million to create and expand trailway networks, and $57.8 million to improve sidewalks, pedestrian, and bicycle safety.
Funding was awarded to two counties, five cities, 10 villages, and 13 separate towns, among others.