The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) will open the grant application period in fall 2022 for the Community Transportation Program (CTP) and Transportation Alternative Program (TAP), both of which help fund local transportation improvements.
“These community based projects can make significant safety improvements or support the local economy,” Gov. Mike Dunleavy said. “Alaska DOT&PF is ready to assist our cities, boroughs and villages with capturing federal funding for their important transportation needs.”
Estimated funding for the three-year award cycle for CTP projects is $80 million to $120 million. The program funds projects that expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure, enhance travel and tourism, reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, connect different transportation modes such as transit and trails or roads, improve existing surface transportation facilities, or create or improve access to resources or communities.
Estimated funding for the three-year award cycle for TAP projects is $20 million to 30 million. The program funds projects that convert abandoned railroad corridors for nonmotorized transportation use, provide environmental mitigation, provide safe routes for nondrivers, conduct vulnerable road user safety assessments, improve pedestrian and bicyclist facilities, preserve and rehabilitate historic sites, and create turnouts, scenic overlooks and viewing areas.
All projects require a 9.03 percent local match.