Get Moving with Special Active Transportation Funding from ODOT!
We thought the word “funding” might get your attention! The Ohio Department of Transportation is kicking off a special funding opportunity. Beginning in October, ODOT is offering a special solicitation for a variety of pedestrian or bicycle related projects, with an emphasis on projects that can be completed in the short term. See below for details and a link to apply!
Who is Eligible?
Any political subdivision is eligible to apply, regardless of location inside or outside of an MPO.
What Types of Projects are Eligible?
- Non-infrastructures projects, such as:
- Education and promotion projects such as temporary demonstration projects
- Data collection
- Plans or studies like School Travel Plans or feasibility studies
- Infrastructure projects that can be built quickly (i.e., are fully in the right of way), like:
- Sidewalk replacement or trail resurfacing
- Pavement markings
- Median islands or raised crosswalks
- Traditional infrastructure projects of statewide significance, like:
How will Projects be Selected?
- Scoring is based on demonstrating:
- The project will improve statewide goals
- There is a need for funding
- The ability to successfully implement the project
- Priority will be given to:
- Non-infrastructure projects
- Infrastructure projects that can begin construction by June 30, 2026.
- Projects identified in a local plan
- Projects in areas where there is high demand and high need for active transportation.
- For traditional infrastructure projects, priority will be given to projects that improve the Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) of Ohio’s State and US Bike Route System.
Funding Details
- Funding is available to applicants in Fiscal Year 2025 and beyond.
- Applications can be submitted at any time and will be reviewed Quarterly on/around: January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1.
- Most of this funding is available at 100%, with no local match required. However, municipalities with over 100,000 people are required to provide a 20% match only for infrastructure projects.
- This special solicitation is primarily offering reimbursement funding. Opportunities for consultant assistance for planning or design are extremely limited through this application.
For more details and to apply, please visit: Pedestrian & Bicycle Special Solicitation | Ohio Department of Transportation
Need Inspiration?
Here are just a few of the many active transportation initiatives happening around the State. Similar activities would be eligible through this special solicitation!
 Announcements
- The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) application is open until November 30. TAP funds support communities outside of MPOs and is available for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure projects. New this year:
- TAP funds can be used for design. Limited to a maximum cost of $200,000 as an 80% TAP 20% local split.
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Letter of Interest not required
- Active Transportation and Safe Routes to School planning assistance requests can be submitted by December 2nd, 2024.
- The Safe Routes to School Project Application will open in early January, with project applications due March 7th, 2025.
- The Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity, or RAISE Discretionary Grant program’s next application deadline is January 13, 2025. The RAISE program provides a unique opportunity to invest in road, rail, transit and port projects that achieve national objectives.
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Join Tri-State Trails for their 8th Biennial Trails Summit on November 14th, featuring keynote speakers Bridget Marquis, Director of Reimagining the Civic Commons and Kenneth Neighbors, Partner at McGuireWoods. The Summit will feature panel discussions, mobile workshops, and the chance to explore Cincinnati's urban trails.
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