As previously promised, the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) is presenting the Idaho Legislature a 45 day update on the 2017 Local Highway Jurisdictions Report on House Bill 312.

Most jurisdictions file their report online, so the information is available immediately. A paper submittal is still allowed.  With a paper submittal, the report is sent to the State Controller’s Office, then forwarded to the Idaho Transportation Department and then LHTAC receives the information last.  This has created a timing problem to report all information to the legislature by the first day of the session.  LHTAC is working with ITD to find solutions to this problem. 

The report shows continuing significant shortfall with the estimated $362.9 million dollars of statewide local needs that have not been addressed.  This year shows a significant increase in other maintenance due to the record storm events of last year.

This updated report encompasses 99.8% of the total local HB312 funds dispersed.

HB312 – 45 Day Update (PDF)

The Safety Staff Construction Engineer assists the Safety Manager/Resident Engineer in managing Federal-aid construction projects and contracts. The position assists Local Highway Jurisdictions (LHJs) in selecting and managing project consultants for both development and construction of Safety projects administered by LHTAC.

Please submit a cover letter, resume,  and three references. 

This position will be open until filled. There is an immediate need, applicants are encouraged to apply immediately since interviews will occur as resumes are received.

Full Job Description (PDF)

Great news!

On February 15, 2018 the Governor signed House Bill 442, the bill appropriating and transferring the funds for the Strategic Initiatives Program. Award outcome letters will be mailed out next week. Those agencies who were successful will also receive a program agreement which needs to be signed/returned as soon as possible.

We are grateful for the quick work from the Legislature and the Governor to correct the drafting error from 2017 and look forward to reporting on the successful projects next spring. Please reach out to your legislator thanking them for supporting local transportation funding through HB 442.

LHTAC would like to inform you of recent staff changes at LHTAC. Odo Grandi, LHTAC’s Construction Manager and Resident Engineer, has decided to leave LHTAC and pursue other opportunities.

Effective February 2nd, Megan Kautz will be acting Resident Engineer for projects residing in ITD Districts 1, 2, and 3 while Matt Koster will be acting Resident Engineer for projects residing in ITD Districts 4, 5, and 6. Kevin Kuther will be acting Resident Engineer for LHTAC Safety Projects throughout the state.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jeff Miles, LHTAC’s Administrator. He can be reached at 208-344-0565.