Projects that meet all of the following criteria are eligible:

1. (1) The project is a Transportation Project that is open for public use;
2. (2) The Project will assist in developing a multimodal transportation system that will improve safety and access for people walking or bicycling. Eligible projects, include, but are not limited to: development, construction, reconstruction, major resurfacing, or other capital improvements of multiuse paths, bicycle paths, and footpaths;
3. (3) The Project will improve a critical link; regional path; or path crossing to reduce barriers and hazards for people walking and biking;
4. (4) The Project is eligible for funding with lottery bond proceeds under the Oregon Constitution and laws of the state of Oregon;
5. (5) The Project will not require or rely upon subsidies from the Department for ongoing operations;
6. (6) If the project is located on public property or within a public road right of way, the project must be approved by the appropriate public agency or roadway authority (governing body);
7. (7) Provide a match of at least 30 percent of the total project’s costs; and
8. (8) The Applicant must commit to deliver the project within 5 years from the effective date of the Agreement.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 184.619

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 367.081

History

DOT 2-2020, adopt filed 01/24/2020, effective 01/24/2020