The Idaho Office of Emergency Management (IOEM) is now accepting applications for the Emergency Relief Fund (ERF). The application along with application guidance, eligibility requirements, and prioritization of projects can be found at www.IOEM.idaho.gov under the Hot Topics link. (more…)
Grants of up to $60,000 available through April 6 for Idaho ADA curb ramp improvements
BOISE – Grants of up to $60,000 are available to organizations statewide through April 6 via the Idaho Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Curb Ramp Program. Local jurisdictions — cities, counties and highway districts — and tribal governments are eligible to submit an application. Funds will be used for construction starting by May 2018, and must be completed within a year. (more…)
Attention Locals: Don’t miss out on this safety funding!
The Office of Highway Safety administers the Federal Highway Safety Programs, which currently are funded by formula through the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST-ACT) and the Highway Safety Act of 1966. The goal of the program is to eliminate deaths and serious injuries resulting from motor vehicle crashes by implementing programs designed to address driver behaviors. The purpose of the program is to provide funding at the state and community level for a highway safety program that addresses Idaho’s own unique circumstances and particular highway safety needs. (more…)
The Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) provides an important linkage between Local Highway Jurisdictions (LHJs) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) in the utilization of Federal-aid highway funds available to the LHJs in Idaho. These quarterly progress reports include the status listing of current and upcoming LHTAC projects for each district.
Don’t miss out on this information sharing session!
In conjunction with the request for proposals, WFLHD conducted an informational webinar on Jan 5, 2017. This webinar provided information to potential applicants on the FLAP, eligibility, evaluation criteria, how to submit proposals, and helpful hints for filling out proposal forms. (more…)