The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) said on Nov. 6 that more than $5.2 million has been allocated to 54 transportation infrastructure projects in small communities throughout the state via the Keep Oregon Moving program.
Varied initiatives include bridge repair in Canyon City and storm drainage enhancements in Yachats, officials said, indicating the funding allotment would aid communities in bolstering their transportation systems.
Officials noted Wood Village, Prescott and Yamhill represent cities receiving program funding for the first time. Wood Village is slated to add a solar-powered rapid flashing beacon pedestrian crossing, while Prescott will make multiple city street improvements and Yamhill will plan West First Street upgrades.
Oregon Department of Transportation Director Kris Strickler notified the League of Oregon Cities of the awards last week, officials said, revealing cost savings from the previous awards resulted in $243,378 in additional funds available during this round of allocations.
Authorities said the Keep Oregon Moving program is part of the HB 2017 funding package. The program makes significant investments in transportation to help support the state economy, a healthy environment and safe communities.
Each award recipient will now enter into agreements with ODOT for each project, which will be administered by ODOT’s Statewide Investments Management staff, ODOT said.