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Alabama Department of Transportation
Program Name
Industrial Access Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide public access to new or expanding industries in the state.
Program Requirements
The program's basic requirement is (1) the industry must be new or (2) it must be an existing industry that is expanding and creating new jobs with new industry investment. There is no minimum new job requirement or industry investment requirement. However, the Authority looks at the number of jobs created, the industry investment, the willingness of a local sponsoring governmental agency to provide some matching funds (matching is not a requirement) versus the amount of Industrial Access funds being requested.
Funding
The program is funded with $12 million from the Transportation Department's budget. Any interest earned on funds not yet distributed is added to the account. It is a reimbursement program with the state paying monthly estimates after work is performed. The state approves plans and allows the local sponsoring agency to issue a contract for construction of the facility either directly or through the state. There is no minimum or maximum funding amount for projects, they just have to compete with other projects throughout the state.
Industrial Development Access Program Projects FY 2002
|
Project |
Project Scope |
State Amount |
Jobs Created |
Private Capital Investment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jetplex Industrial Park at Huntsville International Airport (tenants include International Diesel of Alabama) |
Relocating approximately 9,000 feet of Boeing Boulevard and constructing approximately 2,200 feet of new access road |
$4,390,000 |
1,000 |
$350,000,000 |
|
TS Tech in the City of Albertville |
Resurfacing Wagner Drive from AL 205 to US 431 |
$259,000 |
650 |
$10,000,000 |
|
Service Zone Inc. in Covington County |
Approximately 2,200 feet of new access road |
$261,500 |
600 |
$4,850,000 |
|
Coca-Cola Industries in Houston County |
Approximately 0.985 miles of resurfacing on Napier Field Road |
$174,400 |
40 |
$3,000,000 |
|
Lincoln Industrial Park in the City of Lincoln (Ready Mix USA, Cantech, Inc., & Lincoln Paving and Grading |
Approximately 1,500 feet of new access road into Lincoln Industrial Park from Speedway Boulevard North |
$390,000 |
51 |
$1,540,000 |
|
Butler County Industrial Park, (Montgomery Technology, Inc., Thurmon Mold, and Jackson Lumber Sales and Manufacturing) |
Approximately 4,100 feet of intersection improvements, turn lanes and internal industrial park roads |
$500,000 |
95 |
$3,750,000 |
|
Boise Cascade in Clarke County |
Supplemental funding for railroad overpass and approaches at Norfolk Southern Railroad. |
$890,000 |
||
|
Menasha Project in the City of Athens, Lime-stone County (Conagra, Swee Sue, Aviagen, Trisusa |
Approximately 3,100 feet widened from 2 lanes to 4 lanes, including bridge, on AL 99 and widened Elm Street from AL99 to US 31 |
$1,836,000 |
130 |
$26,270,000 |
|
Wal-Mart Stores- East in City of Brundidge, Pike County |
Turn lanes and intersection improvements on US 231 and reconstruction. Approximately 4,400 feet of CR 6 to improve access for Wal-Mart Distribution Center |
$1,410,000 |
600 |
$40,000,000 |
|
Total Funds |
$10,110,900 |
3,166 |
$439,410,000 |
Arizona Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Economic Strength Projects Program
Objective
The program's objective is to fund projects that create and retain jobs, lead to capital investment, and contribute to the economy in the State of Arizona or within the local authority.
Program Requirements
The Arizona Department of Transportation works with the Arizona Department of Commerce in selection and funding of ESP projects. Projects are selected based on the following criteria: (1) cost of the project; (2) jobs created or retained, projected capital investment and contribution to the economy of the state; (3) cost/benefit ratio; (4) local match funding; (5) expenditure on local infrastructure relating to the project; (6) magnitude of the project and its relative value; and (7) and specific time schedule for project completion.
Funding
The funding for the ESP projects came from the Highway User Revenue Fund (HURF). From year 1991 to 2002, approximately $1 million was made available, $500,000 each on a semi-annual basis. In the year 2003, only $500,000 is allocated for ESP projects.
Economic Strength Projects FY 2002 Round I
| Project | Business Assisted | Jobs Created | Private Sector Capital Investment | State Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reconstruction of 1,080 feet of Buckeye Road | Western Container, a manufacturer of plastic beverage bottles | 75 | $32,960,000 | $76,125 |
| Construction of 450 feet of new Bingham Avenue to access project | Hand Properties, a developer, for the construction of a Family Dollar retail store | 7 | $350,000 | $40,000 |
| Extension of Dodge Avenue from Railhead to Old Route 66 | Flagstaff Mall, a retail shopping center | 450 | $60,000,000 | $250,000 |
| Reconstruction of 1.25 miles of Houston Avenue | 24 small businesses that are located on Houston Avenue | 103 | $8,585,000 | $133,875 |
Economic Strength Projects FY 2002 Round II
| Project Scope | Business assisted | Jobs Created | Private Sector Capital Investment | State Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reconstruction and paving of 3.2 miles of Aviation Drive | AAI Corp., a testing company for UAVs(un-manned aerial vehicles) | 10 | $ 544,000 | $36,000 |
| Reconstruction of Thorton & Peters Roads to include acceleration and deceleration lanes | A currently unidentified company that will operate a distribution warehouse facility | 400 | $ 42,300,000 | $78,498 |
| Reconstruction of Hunt Highway and SR 79 to include acceleration and deceleration lanes | DCSJ, a commercial developer building a 120-bed hospital | 450 | $15,350,000 | $112,500 |
| Reconstruction of 1.8 miles of roadway from SR 77 to the facility | Columbia University's Biosphere 2 Center, a 501c3 facility for teaching and research about Earth systems | 60 | $23,000,000 | $139,947 |
| Reconstruction of 1,750 feet of Florentine Road from Windsong to Lake Valley | Yavapai Regional Medical Center, a medical hospital | 263 | $36,380,000 | $162,500 |
| Reconstruction of 1,000 feet of SR 60 at N. 37th Street to include acceleration and deceleration lanes | Liberty Fence and Supply, a manufacturer and retail seller of fencing and supplies | 26 | $801,978 | $56,093 |
| Total Funds | $1,085,538 |
Florida Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Transportation Outreach Program (TOP)
Objective
The program's objective is to fund transportation projects that would preserve transportation infrastructure, enhance Florida's economic growth and competitiveness, and improve travel choices to ensure mobility.
Program Requirements
Most of the eligible economic growth and competitiveness projects include: (1) major highway improvements that provide linkage to major highways, bridges, trade and economic development corridors; access projects for freight and passengers; (2) major public transportation projects, such as seaport projects that improve cargo and passenger movements; aviation projects that increase passenger emplanements and cargo activity; rail projects that facilitate the movement of passengers and cargo.
Funding
The program is 100% state program funded at a minimum of $60 million each year beginning in FY 2001-2002. In the FY 2002-2003, $91.8 million in funds were approved for TOP projects. According to the Florida DOT's 2001/02 Program and Resource Plan summary for the next ten years, the Transportation Outreach Program will be funded at $995 million by year 2010.
Transportation Outreach Program Projects FY 2002
| Highway Project | Project Scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manatee County BOCC | Widen SR 70 | $3,000,000 |
| Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority | New interchange US 301 & University Parkway | $1,650,000 |
| City of Bonita Springs | Widen US 41 | $4,000,000 |
| Desoto County | Improve infrastructure in S. Desoto County | $1,947,867 |
| Collier County | Golden Gate Parkway Corridor Improvement | $7,450,000 |
| CSX Transportation | Construction & realignment of track at Bradenton Yard | $600,000 |
| Sarasota County | Central Sarasota Parkway Int. at I-75 | $1,000,000 |
| City of Fort Myers | Palmetto Avenue Extension | $5,000,000 |
| City of Bradenton | 3rd Avenue West connection | $300,000 |
| City of Jacksonville | Cecil Commerce Center- New World Avenue | $3,500,000 |
| Port of Jacksonville | Tallyrand Docks 21st Street Connector | $3,000,000 |
| Clay County BOCC | Construct the Wells Connector | $300,000 |
| Clay County | Cleveland Connector; Blanding Boulevard & Branan Field Road | $825,000 |
| Port of Pensacola | Planning study of port to improve truck access | $192,500 |
| Opportunity Florida | Gulf to Bay Highway | $2,240,000 |
| Wakulla County | Widen US 319 | $1,500,000 |
| Port of Everglades | Eller Drive Overpass | $3,000,000 |
| Broward MPO | US 1/ Eller Drive - NW Quadrant | $3,000,000 |
| MPO of Palm Beach | Broadway (US 1 in Riviera Beach) | $1,000,000 |
| City of Riviera Beach | Port of Palm Beach - Widen SR 710 from 2 to 4 lanes | $3,000,000 |
| Palm Beach County | Widen Atlantic Avenue | $2,000,000 |
| Flagler County | Widen & reconstruct Old Dixie Highway | $200,000 |
| Flagler County | Widen & reconstruct County Road 205 | $354,000 |
| City of Ormond Beach | IJR for new interstate interchange | $150,000 |
| City of Edgewater | Realignment of Air Park Road | $150,290 |
| Volusia County | I-4 Frontage Road | $1,360,000 |
| Daytona Beach Shores | Access management along SR A1A | $800,000 |
| City of Deltona | Widen Courtland Boulevard | $90,000 |
| City of Deltona | Widen Normandy Boulevard | $70,000 |
| City of Deltona | Widen Fort Smith Boulevard | $65,000 |
| City of Ormond Beach | Enhancement of US 1 Corridor | $200,000 |
| Winter Park/ Altamonte Spring | North Orange/ South Seminole Circulator | $1,750,000 |
| City of Orlando | SR 528/SR 15 Interchange Imp. | $1,150,000 |
| Metroplan Orlando/ Orlando | Inter. Imp. at Boggy Creek Road & Landstreet Road | $582,100 |
| Orange County | Widen West SR 50 | $2,100,000 |
| Brevard County BOCC | Spaceport Transportation Corridor Modification | $600,000 |
| Florida East Coast Railway | Construct Track Portion in South Florida | $1,024,550 |
| Miami-Dade Transit | DuPont Plaza | $1,300,000 |
| City of Miami Beach | Improve 16th Street Corridor | $100,000 |
| City of Treasure Island | Bridges - 120 - 108th Avenue | $5,200,000 |
| Tampa-Hills County Exp. Authority | ITS component of reversible lane project | $4,000,000 |
| Sub Total1 | $69,751,307 | |
| Other Project | Project Scope | State Amount |
| Panama City-Bay County Airport | Relocate Panama City Airport | $8,000,000 |
| Greater Orlando Aviation Authority | Airfield & terminal facility improvements | $4,000,000 |
| Volusia County | Daytona Area Transportation Solution | $4,000,000 |
| Orlando Sanford International Airport | Airline maintenance hangar | $1,500,000 |
| Titusville-Cocoa Airport Authority | Corporate aviation terminal at Space Coast Reg. | $1,700,000 |
| City of Deland | Intermodal transportation facility | $400,000 |
| City of North Miami | Transit circulator system | $809,000 |
| City of Brooksville | Enhance transit service | $980,000 |
| Sub Total | $21,389,000 | |
| Grand Total | $91,140,307 |
1 Represents Highway portion of total approved multi-modal program funds.
Georgia Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP)
Objective
The objective of GRIP is to fund a system of highways to bring access to the state's smaller communities and promote economic development. Once completed, the GRIP system will bring 75% of Georgia's population within two miles of a four-lane road and 98% of the State's population within 20 miles of a four-lane road. The program will also provide access for oversized trucks (requiring an oversize permit from the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicles) to all cities having a population above 2,000.
Program Requirements
GRIP targets nineteen corridors. These corridors are economic development highways consisting of existing primary routes and truck connecting routes. Under GRIP, the corridors will be widened to four lane roads. The total system length is 3,184 miles. Eleven of these corridors are currently active, meaning they have pre-construction activities underway. The estimated total cost to complete all of the GRIP corridors is approximately $3.6 billion. The cost to complete the active corridors is $2.4 billion.
Funding
The GRIP program has been funded by the state legislature with general fund money and bonds, and by the Georgia Department of Transportation utilizing state motor fuel and federal funds. In June 2001, Governor Roy Barnes announced the Governors Transportation Choices Initiative (GTCI) that proposes to accelerate completion of the active GRIP corridors in the next 7 years. The GTCI Program is proposed to be funded through many sources, but primarily by the use of Grant Anticipation Revenue Bonds, which would be reimbursed in future years with federal transportation funds. The funding sources and timeline for this accelerated program are subject to change.
GRIP Projects FY 2002
Governor's Road Improvement Program Projects
| Corridor | Length (in miles) |
Miles Open or Constructing | State Estimated Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete |
||||
| Appalachian Developmental Highway | 60 | 60 | ||
| South Georgia Parkway/US 82 | 262 | 262 | ||
| US 319 | 72 | 72 | ||
| Active Projects |
||||
| Golden Isles Parkway | 168 | 155 | $33,900,000 | |
| Fall Line Freeway | 215 | 168 | $250,900,000 | |
| SR 72 | 45 | 25 | $92,700,000 | |
| Savannah River Parkway | 157 | 114 | $102,400,000 | |
| US 19 | 194 | 144 | $141,000,000 | |
| US 1/SR 17 | 331 | 140 | $590,100,000 | |
| US 27 | 352 | 232 | $368,000,000 | |
| US 441 | 362 | 171 | $605,200,000 | |
| US 84 | 252 | 210 | $86,200,000 | |
| SR 133 | 60 | 0 | $192,600,000 | |
| Power Alley/US 280 (partially active) | 32 | 0 | $54,700,000 | |
|
Inactive Projects
|
||||
| Northern Arc | 55 | 0 | Project on hold | |
| East-West Highway | 169 | 0 | $454.700,000 | |
| SR 40 | 28 | 0 | $26,300,000 | |
| SR 32 | 176 | 0 | $239,200,000 | |
| SR 125 | 22 | 0 | $20,700,000 | |
| Power Alley/US 280 (inactive) | 172 | 0 | $371,200,000 | |
|
Total Estimated Cost
|
$3,629,000,000 | |||
|
Total Cost Expended FY 20021
|
$106,000,000 | |||
1 Portion of total estimated cost expended in FY 2002
Illinois Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Economic Development Program (EDP)
Objective
The EDP program assists highway improvement projects that are needed to provide access to new or existing industrial, distribution, warehousing or tourism developments.
Program Requirements
Similar to other states, the program requirements include a 50% local match funding and job creation and retention condition. However, commercial and retail establishments are not eligible.
Funding
In the FY 1990-1994, the Highway Program included $27.5 million in funds for the Economic Development Access Road Program, of which $10.5 million was available to local units of government for highway improvements to support economic development. 50% match funding from the local government or developer is required and a commitment to locate in the area from the business/industry involved. In FY 1995-1999, the funding was extended with an additional $5 million annually, and in FY 2000, 2001 and 2002, the program funds doubled to $10 million. In FY 2002, EDP funds of $14.5 million were committed. Historically, the expended amounts on projects have exceeded the budgeted annual funds and sourced through other program funds.
Economic Development Program Projects FY 2002
| County | Project Scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Champaign |
|
$2,151,593 |
| Dekalb |
|
$728,360 |
| Edgar |
|
$306,000 |
| Effingham |
|
$321,000 |
| Franklin |
|
$1,290,250 |
| Grundy |
|
$501,000 |
| Lake |
|
$1,593,200 |
| Morgan |
|
$81,303 |
| Ogle |
|
$4,153,500 |
| St. Clair |
|
$381,000 |
| Shelby |
|
$166,225 |
| Stephenson |
|
$603,000 |
| Wabash |
|
$123,000 |
| Will |
|
$996,381 |
| Williamson |
|
$494,000 |
| Woodword |
|
$193,000 |
| Total Funds | $14,560,412 |
Iowa Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy Fund (RISE) Program
Objective
The program's objective is to promote economic development in Iowa through construction or improvement of roads, streets, and railroads.
Program Requirements
Two types of projects are funded under the RISE Program: (1) immediate opportunity projects that are related to an immediate non-speculative opportunity for permanent job creation or retention; and (2) local development projects that support local economic development, but do not require an immediate commitment of funds. The fund is designed to target value-added activities, give maximum economic benefits, emphasize community involvement and initiative, and address situations requiring an immediate response and commitment of funds. Rail projects are also eligible, but not included in the project list. Since it's beginning, RISE has assisted in creating and retaining more than 26,365 jobs.
Funding
Funded from 1.55-cent-per-gallon motor fuel tax, RISE receives approximately $30 million annually. Based on the Code of Iowa, 32.2% of the funding is spent on city streets, 3.2% on secondary roads, and 64.5% on primary roads. The local development and immediate opportunity projects are funded by the 32.2% of the funding spent on city streets.
Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy Program Projects FY 2002
| Projects | Business/Company Involved | State Amount | Private Sector Capital Investment | Jobs Assisted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate Opportunity Projects | ||||
| Earling | Manufacturing | $81,400 | $575,700 | 23 |
| Keokuk | Manufacturing | $335,000 | $2,640,000 | 61 |
| Coon Rapids | Warehouse-Distribution | $74,088 | $770,650 | 18 |
| Cedar Falls | Warehouse-Distribution | $974,522 | $88,085,000 | 445 |
| Hardin County | Ethanol | $120,000 | $17,855,000 | 20 |
| Delaware County | Ethanol | $125,406 | $18,055,000 | 23 |
| Cherokee County | Ethanol | $240,000 | $54,000,000 | 40 |
| Elkader | Manufacturing | $123,278 | $2,371,193 | 30 |
| Floyd County | Manufacturing | $997,120 | $12,500,000 | 300 |
| Mt. Pleasant | Manufacturing Food | $117,640 | $6,869,698 | 250 |
| Sub Total | $3,188,454 | $203,722,241 | 1,210 | |
| Local Development Projects | ||||
| Waterloo | Industrial Park | $2,121,700 | $3,940,300 | |
| Tipton | Industrial Park | $175,238 | $175,237 | |
| Council Bluffs | Industrial Park | $1,310,517 | $1,310,517 | |
| Dubuque | Industrial Park | $197,501 | $197,501 | |
| Ankeny/Polk County | Industrial Park | $5,530,500 | $5,567,000 | |
| Peosta | Industrial Park | $191,820 | $191,820 | |
| Grinnell | Industrial Park | $151,140 | $151,140 | |
| Waukee | Industrial Park | $326,239 | $326,239 | |
| Washington | Industrial Park | $121,606 | $121,606 | |
| Cedar Rapids | Industrial Park | $841,776 | $841,776 | |
| Wayland | Industrial Park | $125,869 | $125,869 | |
| Elk Horn | Industrial Park | $69,319 | $69,319 | |
| Cerro Grodo Co. | Industrial Park | $339,314 | $339,314 | |
| Mason City | Industrial Park | $212,670 | $212,670 | |
| Grimes | Business Park | $809,877 | $809,877 | |
| Sanborn | Industrial Park | $114,358 | $114,358 | |
| Spencer | Industrial Park | $64,483 | $64,483 | |
| Fort Dodge | Industrial Park | $99,021 | $53,319 | |
| Sub Total | $12,802,948 | $14,612,341 | ||
| Total RISE Funds under 32.2% of the total funding of $30 million1 | $15,991,402 | $218,334,582 | ||
1 The local development and immediate opportunity projects are funded by the 32.2% of the funding spent on city streets.
Kansas Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Local Partnership Program
Objective
The Local Partnership Program's economic development category focuses on highway and bridge construction projects that enhance economic development in Kansas.
Program Requirements
The Local Partnership Program funds economic development projects on a maximum of 75% state (maximum of $2.0 million) and 25% local match basis. The highway or bridge construction projects under economic development funds must have the potential to increase the area's income, jobs, and land values in the surrounding areas.
Funding
The Local Partnership Program's state funding for the economic development category during the FY 1998-2002 was set at $3.0 million annually. For the FY 2003-2009, the economic development fund is set at $7.0 million annually. However, since FY 1998, the funds for the Economic Development and Geometric Link (ED/GL) categories have been pooled together, and the Highway Advisory Commission of the Kansas DOT selects projects from the total ED/GL applications. Thus making the total funds for ED/GL for FY 2003-2009 $13.0 million per annum.
Local Partnership Program Projects FY 2002
| Project Route | Project scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US 54 | Hunter Road; Old K 254 north to K 254 | $365,000 |
| US 81 | Intersection of US 81 and proposed College Drive | $280,000 |
| K 156 | RS 679; south of Fall River, then south 5.85 miles | $350,000 |
| US 73 | Old KC Road; Moonlight Road E 1 mile to K 7141-01 | $600,000 |
| US 73 | 18th Street to 21st Street on South Sante Fe | $462,000 |
| Plummer Avenue from K- 9 North to Ash Grove Road | $1,241,000 | |
| Total Funds | $3,298,000 |
Louisiana Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Transportation Infrastructure Model for Economic Development (TIMED) Program
Objective
The Transportation Infrastructure Model for Economic Development Program is developed to connect major cities of Louisiana with a four-lane highway; enhance economic development; promote connectivity of bridge crossing; and fund inter-modal enhancements.
Program Requirements
The program requires that 80% of the workforce consist of Louisiana residents.
Funding
The TIMED Program is funded by $.04/gallon taxes, yielding approximately $110 million in FY 2002 and a $260 million bond issued in 1990. Louisiana recently had a $275 million bond issued in 2002. The estimated cost to finish the TIMED Program is $2.5 billion. The highway construction needs are based on the actual progress of the program, and not on an amount determined by the legislature.
Transportation Infrastructure Model for Economic Development Program Projects
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| Transportation Mode | Scope of Projects | State Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Highway | US 171 -Lake Charles to Shreveport | $535,000,000 |
| Highway | US 165 -I-10-Alexandria-Monroe_Bastrop_Arkansas State Line | $720,000,000 |
| Highway | US 167 -Alexandria-Ruston-Arkansas State Line | $560,000,000 |
| Highway | LA 3241-I-12 to Bush | $92,000,000 |
| Highway | Earhart Boulevard-Orleans Parish | $20,000,000 |
| Highway | West Napoleon -Jefferson Parish | $69,000,000 |
| Highway | LA 15-Natchez-Monroe* | $73,000,000 |
| Highway | US 61 -Bains to Mississippi State Line* | $35,000,000 |
| Highway | Tchoupitoulas Corridor | $55,000,000 |
| Highway | US 90-Morgan City to Houma* | $256,000,000 |
| Highway | West Bank Expressway* | $33,000,000 |
| Bridges | Mississippi River at St. Francisville | $192,000,000 |
| Bridges | Huey P. Long widened to 6 Lanes-Jefferson Parish | $312,000,000 |
| Bridges | New Florida Avenue Bridge over the Industrial | $166,000,000 |
| Sub Total1 | $3,118,000,000 | |
| Other Projects | ||
| Transportation Mode | Scope of Projects | State Estimated Cost |
| Intermodal | Port of New Orleans | $100,000,000 |
| Intermodal | New Orleans International Airport | $75,000,000 |
| Sub Total | $175,000,000 | |
| Grand Total | $3,293,000,000 | |
| Expended TIMED Funds FY 20022 | $99,717,258 |
*Completed projects. Since its operation, TIMED has completed four projects.
1 Represents Highway portion of multi-modal projects.
2 The TIMED Program administration determines financial needs for the upcoming year and ensures that they have the proceeds available. The annual needs are based on actual progress of the program, not an amount determined by the legislature.
Massachusetts
Executive Office of Transportation and Construction
Program Name and Organization
Public Works Economic Development (PWED) Grant Program was created in the 1981 Transportation Bond Act (St. 1981.c.732).
Objective
The program's objective is to fund infrastructure improvement projects associated with local or city government's economic development efforts that would enhance the economic competitiveness of the State.
Program Requirements
The Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of Economic Affairs and the Secretary of Communities and Development, reviews and evaluates project selection. The projects are judged on the following criteria: (a) jobs to be created or retained as a direct result of the proposed projects; (b) unemployment statistics for the community or region; (c) equalized property value per capita in the community as compared to the state average; (d) average annual wage of jobs created or retained as compared to the average annual state wage; (e) ratio of public investment to total private investment; (f) an estimate of future economic benefits that may result from the proposed project and the private sector investment related to the project. The requested grant amount should not exceed $1 million on a given project unless it demonstrates significant regional benefits.
Funding
From 1988 to 2003, approximately $198 million has been authorized for the PWED Program in Massachusetts, of which $149 million has been awarded to cities and towns in support of projects that enhance their efforts to attract businesses and promote job growth. The most recent apportionment, Chapter 246 of the Acts of 2002, included $66 million in funding for the PWED Grant Program (which covers a multi-year award period).
Public Works Economic Development Grants Awarded in FY 2002
| Community/Project Name | Project Scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable | Infrastructure improvements | $2,000,000 |
| Boston-BRA | Infrastructure improvement at Crosstown development at Melina Cass Boulevard in Roxbury | $2,000,000 |
| Cohasset | Street and sidewalk improvements associated with the revitalization of a portion of the town's downtown business district along route 3A | $1,500,000 |
| Dalton | Housatonic Street reconstruction project | $250,000 |
| Dartmouth | Development costs associated with the road construction, curbing, drainage, lighting, and landscaping for a new Dartmouth portion of the New Bedford Business Park | $1,000,000 |
| Grafton | Infrastructure improvements to support the Tufts Biomedical Science Park | $990,440 |
| Great Barrington | The enhancement and revitalization of Crissey Road to create the Berkshire South Business Park | $446,000 |
| Groveland | Bates Bridge/Elm Park preservation and reconstruction project | $1,000,000 |
| Haverhill | Completion of the construction of the intersection of Hilldale Avenue and Rosemount Street which will provide direct access to the Rydan Park section of the Ward Hill Industrial Park | $1,000,000 |
| Hudson | Assist the Town's efforts in providing for safer, more reliable roadway servicing in the commercial/industrial areas of town | $1,425,000 |
| Leominster | Completion of the connector roadway that extends from Pioneer Park through Orchard Hill to the Route 2/Harvard Street interchange | $750,000 |
| Ludlow | Reconstruction and extension of Sportsmen's Road, relocation of a solid waste transfer station, access/utilities for the Baird Middle School and a proposed community center | $1,500,000 |
| Marblehead | Placement of underground wires, new sidewalks, resting curbs, and period lighting on Washington, Front, and Pleasant Streets | $850,000 |
| North Adams | The city's Phase III Central City Revitalization Project | $1,460,000 |
| Rockland | The town's roadway enhancement project | $1,000,000 |
| Total Funds | $17,171,440 |
Michigan Department of Transportation
Program Name
Target Industry Development category of the Transportation Economic Development Fund (TEDF)
Objective
The Target Industry Development category is used to fund highway, road, and street improvements necessary to support the State's economic growth and competitiveness, accessibility to industries, and economic development.
Program Requirements
The fund, administered through the Office of Economic Development and Enhancement, selects projects based on the local economic significance of the private-sector investment need, job creation plan, and the urgency to complete the work. The TEDF authorizes funding to those transportation projects in the Target Development category that: (1) relate to one or more of the target industries like agriculture or food processing, tourism, forestry, high technology research, manufacturing, mining, office centers of 50,000 square feet or more in size; (2) will create or retain permanent jobs; (3) is immediate and non speculative; and (4) increase the tax base of the local area and impacts the local economy. In addition, eligible TEDF projects must satisfy a minimum of 20% or more of local match funding.
Funding
The TEDF Program is funded through three formulas and two grant programs. In FY 2002, $19.9 million were granted for the Target Industry Development category.
Target Industry Development Category Projects FY 2002
| County | Project Name | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chippewa | Mackinac Trail | $615,000 |
| Gladwin | Weber Road/M-61 | $355,000 |
| Mackinac | Borgstorm Road | $1,030,000 |
| Macomb | Marcy Street | $168,850 |
| Oakland | Franklin Road | $700,800 |
| Saginaw | Washington Avenue/M-81 | $492,635 |
| St. Joseph | Clark Street | $114,600 |
| Tuscola | S Colling Road/M-81 | $192,000 |
| Wayne | I-94 | $3,822,000 |
| Wayne | Multiple roads | $4,233,331 |
| Total Funds1 | $11,724,216 |
1 In FY 2002, $19.9 million were granted for the Target Industry Development category of which $11.7 million were spent on projects.
Mississippi Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Four Lane Highway Program or Advocating Highways for Economic Advancement and Development Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide a four-lane highway within 30 miles or 30 minutes of every Mississippi resident.
Program Requirements
In 1987, the program originally planned to construct 1,088 miles of four-lane highway in three phases by the year 2001 with an estimated cost of $1.6 billion. As of June 30, 2001, about 680.4 miles of new four-lane highway constructions were completed and in use (Phase I). In 1994, Phase-IV was added to provide improvements to an additional 619 miles. The cost of the entire program, including Phase IV, is expected to cost approximately $5.5 billion.
In 2002, Vision 21, a needs-based highway program passed by the Mississippi Legislature now includes Phase IV of the AHEAD program and provides for construction of roads within the Gaming Roads program, as well as other needs.
Funding
Major sources of funding dedicated to fund the program includes a motor fuel tax, a $5 car tag fee, a highway contractor's tax, federal aid, and proceeds from the transportation bond retirement fund. Additionally, the Mississippi Department of Transportation was authorized to temporarily borrow $200 million, if funding resources dictated.
Highway Projects FY 2002
|
Project Description |
County |
State Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
|
Phase II |
||
|
SR 302 from US 78 to 2.2 km east of Hacks Cross Road. |
DeSoto |
$61,070,390 |
|
US 45 from Aberdeen to US 278 |
Monroe |
$45,062,261 |
|
US 45 from 2 Miles North of US 84 to Hiwanee |
Wayne |
$28,601,441 |
|
US 45A from Artesia Road to US 82 |
Lowndes |
$24,103,335 |
|
US 61 from US 49 (near Lula) to SR 4 (south of Tunica) |
Coahoma; Tunica |
$35,580,672 |
|
US 82 from Montgomery/Webster line to Starkville [NS1] |
multiple county region |
$79,906,680 |
|
US 84 from Jones/Wayne Co Line to Waynesboro bypass |
Wayne |
$45,994,036 |
|
US 98 from Tylertown Bypass to Foxworth |
Walthall; Marion |
$40,921,794 |
|
Phase III |
||
|
US 61 from Shelby to Bolivar/Coahoma a CL |
Bolivar |
$12,410,593 |
|
US 84 from Eddiceton to Lucien |
Franklin |
$21,706,064 |
|
US 84 from Lucien to Auburn Road |
Franklin; Lincoln |
$21,436,983 |
|
Total Estimated Cost |
$416,794,248 |
|
|
Total Expended Cost FY 2002 |
$174,146,393 |
|
Missouri Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Economic Development Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide a method of funding for transportation projects that will significantly impact the economic development in a given area.
Program Requirements
The projects considered must meet the following guidelines: (1) be a part of the state highway system; (2) be compatible with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Long-Range Transportation Plan; (3) possess funds from various other local government or private sources; and (4) have a written commitment from a corporation or Missouri Department of Economic Development (MoDED) that construction by MoDOT will significantly impact the firm's decision to expand, continue, or locate their operations in Missouri.
Funding
Projects are funded through various sources, including the $15 million annual Cost Sharing/Economic Development Fund, a limited amount of MoDOT District Office Regional Funds, or a limited amount of District's Safety Funds.
Economic Development and Cost Sharing Program Projects FY 2002
| Project | Route | MoDOT Funds | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proctor & Gamble Paper Products Co. | V | $557,000 | $595,000 |
| Highway PP Improvements | PP | $143,000 | $286,000 |
| Ext. Rt. HH & Interchange | HH | $3,600,000 | $4,623,000 |
| Carter Burgess (WalMart) | 24 | $824,000 | $2,200,000 |
| Missouri Route MM | MM | $49,250 | $197,000 |
| Highway 364 Soundwall | 364 | $360,000 | $721,000 |
| Acquisition of Rt.60/Bus Rt. 65 Right of Way | 60 & 65 | $3,500,000 | $7,000,000 |
| Kearney and LeCompte Intersection | 744 | $407,500 | $1,453,000 |
| City of St. Robert, Missouri Avenue | Missouri Ave. | $3,000,000 | $17,123,000 |
| Total Fund Approved FY 2002 | $12,440,750 |
New York Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Industrial Access Program
Objective
The Industrial Access Program provides funding for the creation or improvement of highway, bridge, and rail infrastructure that facilitate access to the State's industrial, manufacturing, and research and development facilities. (Retail facilities are not eligible under the program.)
Program Requirements
Project applications, submitted through an eligible sponsor, must show projected job retention and projected job creation, and include a commitment letter from the business (es) stating their intentions regarding jobs and private investments over a specified time period. All projects must result in job creation and/or job retention within the State. Award structure is 60% grant and 40% interest free loan repayable over 5 years. For any Single Industrial Access Project, costs shall not exceed $1,000,000 of State Industrial Access Program funds or 20% of any annual appropriation, whichever is greater, except in the case of Stewart Airport facilities related to industrial access.
Funding
The Industrial Access Program is funded annually through appropriations in the State Budget. From 1985 through 1999, the program received $5.0 million annually. With the FY 2000-2001, the funding was boosted to $25 million. However, in the FY 2002-2003, the funding was reduced to only $15 million due to the economy.
Industrial Access Program Projects FY 2002-2003
| County | Project | State Amount | Jobs | Private Business Capital Investment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston2 | Town of Caledonia | $2,100,000 | 450 | $13,100,000 |
| Chautauqua | Town of Ellicott, Lyndon Boulevard Industrial Park | $480,000 | 65 | $1,000,000 |
| Montegomery | Town of Florida | $2,100,000 | 1,100 | $100,000,000 |
| Monroe | Town of Chili, Jet View Drive | $400,000 | 80 | $48,000,000 |
| Jefferson | Town of Watertown, Jefferson County Industrial Park | $997,500 | 281 | $3,700,000 |
| Suffolk | Town of Islip, South Technology Blvd Ext. | $484,000 | 150 | $8,540,000 |
| Onondaga | Town of Skaneatales, Hand Held Products | $750,000 | 400 | $10,500,000 |
| Steuben2 | Town of Erwin, Environmental tech. (Corning_ | $1,000,000 | 250 | $200,000,000 |
| Bronx2 | City of New York, NY Post Rail Spur | $2,420,000 | 499 | $200,000,000 |
| Albany | Town of Green Island, Green Island Industrial Park | $1,000,000 | 368 | $20,000,000 |
| Sufflok | Town of Brookhaven, Brookhaven Tech Park | $489,000 | 100 | $16,800,000 |
| Sub Total1 | $12,220,000 | 3,743 | $621,640,000 | |
| Rail Projects | Project | Amount approved | Jobs | Private Business Capital Investment |
| Cattaraugus | Town of Great Valley, Gernatt Asphalt Rail Siding | $120,000 | 16 | $3,000,000 |
| Oneida | Town of Sangerfield | $194,500 | 35 | $2,000,000 |
| Steuben | Town of Bath, Transportation & Transit Associates | $519,000 | 175 | $7,200,000 |
| Sub Total | $833,500 | 226 | 12,200,000 | |
| Grand Total | $13,054,000 | 3,969 | $634,000,000 | |
| Total Funds Expended FY 2002 | $15,000,000 |
1 Represents highway portion of total approved multi-modal program funds.
2 Combined rail and road projects, however included in highway projects.
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Economic Development Program (EDP), and the Public and Industrial Access Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide transportation incentives and/or access to industrial and economic development sites.
Program Requirements
The DOT's Economic Development Program together with the Department of Commerce select projects based on the following criteria: (1) economic vitality of the county; (2) projected average wage; (3) size of initial investment by business; (4) tax benefit to the State; (5) number of employees; and (6) local support. The program's anticipated total investment equals approximately $777 million and more than 14,000 jobs.
In the Public and Industrial Access Program, industrial entities are eligible to request public access funds. In the selection process, technical information such as location, requested improvements, timing, job, and investment information, are reviewed by the Access Review Committee.
Funding
The Economic Development Program funds are split into two categories: $10 million annually for the urban areas, and $10 million annually for the rural areas. So far, $9.9 million have been authorized to the EDP, $46.5 million in state funds have been programmed through FY 2008, and additional $12 million is pledged in local/other funds.
The Public and Industrial Access Program is funded at $2 million annually for industrial access and public facility development projects.
Economic Development Program Projects FY 2002
| Program | Project scope | State Amount | Private Sector Capital Investment | Jobs created |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Program | ||||
| Iredell | Lowe's | $775,000 | $150,000,000 | 8,000 |
| Cleveland | Commscope | $800,000 | $25,000,000 | 150 |
| Vance | Wal-Mart | $900,000 | $22,000,000 | 600-700 |
| NorthHampton | Lowe's | $600,000 | $62,000,000 | 600 |
| Chatham | 3M | $400,000 | $110,000,000 | 75 |
| Randolph | Metals USA | $230,000 | $8,000,000 | 45 |
| Urban Program | ||||
| Wake/Durham | Cisco Davis Drive | $2,200,000 | $100,000,000 | 2,000 |
| Wake | Cisco RTP Access | $1,300,000 | ||
| Sub Total1 | $7,205,000 | $477,000,000 | 11,520 | |
| Total Funds2 | $9,900,000 | |||
1 Based on Economic Development Program proposal information provided by the North Carolina DOT
2 Based on Economic Development Program information provided by the North Carolina DOT
Industrial Access Projects FY 2002-2003
| County | Project Scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Div. 12 | Base and pave access road to serve the Owens & Minor facility in Cleveland Industrial Park | $25,000 |
| Catawba Div. 12 | Base and pave access road to serve the Old Hickory Tannery | $67,000 |
| Burke Div.13 | Upgrade and strengthen existing pavement on Cline Industrial Drive from SR 1007 to SR 1633 | $90,000 |
| Montgomery Div.8 | Construct access road to serve Homanit GMBH & Co. KG Increase funds | $9,452 |
| Total Funds3 | $191,542 |
3 Includes only Industrial Access Projects
Oklahoma Department of Transportation
Program Name
Industrial Access Road Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide funds for the construction or improvement of direct access facilities to existing or committed industrial operations or areas.
Program Requirements
Local match funding is required. Project selection is based on some or all of the following: (1) industry being served indicating the number of new jobs which will be created; (2) estimated annual payroll; (3) number of heavy trucks per day which will serve the industry; and (4) estimated capital expenditures for construction or expansion of the plant facilities. If the funded facility is not adequately maintained, no future industrial projects will be approved for the county or the areas. All the criteria do not have to be met in order for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) to approve a project.
Funds
The program is 100% state funded. The state legislature requires ODOT to spend at least $2.5 million on Industrial Access Road Projects per state fiscal year. Frequently, the administration programs more funds than they require.
Industrial Access Road Program Projects FY 2002
| County | Business | State Amount | Jobs created | Private Sector Capital Investment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creek | Reconstruction of the Tulsa-Sapulpa Union Overpass in Sapulpa | $40,000 | N/A | N/A |
| Cleveland | Sysco | $1,500,000 | 120 | $25,000,000 |
| Jackson | Kizziar Feed Lots | $450,000 | 25 | $1,500,000 |
| Ottawa | Reconstruction of Mushroom Road | $400,000 | N/A | N/A |
| Seminole | DISA GOFF, Inc | $175,000 | 50 | $3,200,000 |
| Kay | Conoco Gas to Liquids facility | $125,000 | 100 | $75,000,000 |
| Pottawatomie | Shawnee Industrial Park | $205,000 | 100+ | $11,000,000 |
| Garfield | Advanced Food | $317,000 | 50+ | $4,000,000 |
| McClain | Duke Energy | $60,000 | 22 | $185,000,000 |
| Garvin | Family Dollar | $11,000 | 25 | $300,000 |
| Seminole | SSC's Capitol Improvement Program | $115,000 | 15 | $7,500,000 |
| Carter | Ardmore Airpark | $100,000 | 15 | $25,000,000 |
| Comanche | Fort Sill National Cemetery | $542,000 | 20 | $12,000,000 |
| Harmon | Harmon County Dairy | $285,000 | N/A | $4,500,000 |
| Oklahoma | Municipal Solid Waste Transfer Station | $295,000 | 150 | $18,000,000 |
| Cherokee | Cherokee County | $530,000 | 500 | $20,000,000 |
| Lincoln | Stroud Industrial Park | $245,000 | 50 | |
| Kay | Cococo Carbon Fibers Facility | $222,000 | 80 | $70,000,000 |
| Woods | Vantage Assoc., Barton Specialties, and Schwan's | $90,000 | 50 | $1,500,000 |
| Tillman | Vanderlan Dairy | $330,000 | 25 | $6,000,000 |
| Total Funds | $6,037,000 | 1,397 | $469,500,000 |
Oregon Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Immediate Opportunity Fund (IOF) Program
Objective
The purpose of the IOF is to support the location or retention of specific firms in Oregon through the improvement and construction of highways, streets and roads.
Program Requirements
The fund is allocated to potential economic development projects requiring immediate response and commitment of funds. Projects must assist in locating or retaining specific businesses that provide jobs in a community and are divided into two categories: (1) specific economic development projects that confirm job retention and job creation opportunities primarily in manufacturing, production, warehousing, distribution or other industries; and (2) revitalization of business or industrial centers. The fund is not to be used for speculative investments.
Funding
The IOF Program is currently funded at $1 million per year. An increase in this amount is under discussion. In FY 2002, only one project of $500,000 for D. street improvements in Baker City has been approved.
Immediate Opportunity Fund Program Projects FY 2001
| Scope | Project | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue & Oregon 99W in Junction City | Intersection improvement | $247,500 |
| Dalles downtown business district | Streetscape improvement | $250,000 |
| Port of Morrow | Connect rail, water & highway | $500,000 |
| Total Funds | $997,000 | |
| Total Funds FY 2002 | $500,000 |
South Dakota Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Industrial Park Grant Program
Objective
The program's objective is to assist the local units of government or communities in the development of new or expanded access for new industries located within industrial parks.
Program Requirements
The industrial development must result in creating a minimum of 5 new jobs and the total employment in the industrial park or development project should be at least 50. Projects are prioritized for funds on primarily two conditions. Priority one projects include construction of roads within defined industrial parks. The program funds 60% of the cost for priority one projects. Priority two projects include construction of roads that are located parallel to an industrial park or connect a major route or street to an industrial park. The program funds 40% of the cost for priority two projects.
Funding
The program is funded at $1.0 million annually and there is no grant size limit.
Industrial Park Program Projects FY 2002
| Location | Project scope | State Amount | Jobs created | Private Sector Capital Investment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volga | Construction of about 1,290 feet of asphalt road | $160,000 | 8 | $500,000 |
| Yankton | Installation of 2,524 linear feet of concrete surfacing | $196,000 | 67 | $1,500,000 to $2,000,000 |
| Highmore | Construction of about 2,099 feet of gravel road | $87,550 | 6 | $3,400,000 |
| Dakota Dunes | Installation of water, sanitary sewer, concrete road and storm sewer | $250,000 | 250 | $4,000,000 |
| North Sioux City | Construction of 865 linear feet of concrete road | $164,000 | 12 | $927,000 |
| Total Funds | $857,550 | 343 | $10,577,000 |
Tennessee Department of Transportation
Program Name
Industrial Access Roads Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide access to industrial areas and to facilitate the development and expansion of industry in the State of Tennessee.
Program Requirements
The Department of Transportation undertakes industrial highway construction proposals meeting the industrial highway statute (TCA 54-5-403) requirements from cities and counties. Once the industrial highway construction is completed, it is the responsibility of the local government to maintain the industrial highway. However, if the project is inefficiently maintained, the department of transportation can take over the maintenance and cost, and withholds all funds otherwise allocable to the city and/or county until the project is restored to its proper condition.
Funding
The State Legislature appropriates funding each year when it approves the Department of Transportation budget. For the last three years, the Legislature has funded the program at $10,800,000 annually. In the current year, due to revenue shortfalls, $5,000,000 has been withdrawn from the program.
Industrial Access Roads Program Projects FY 2002
| Project | Project scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lowe's Home Center- distribution center | Base and paving | $175,000 |
| Franklin Life Sciences Center-research & development | Grading, drainage, base paving | $194,000 |
| Tennessee Mills Company -manufacture wooden pallets | Grading, drainage, base paving | $216,500 |
| Sherwood Industry (expansion) -manufacture furniture | Grading, drainage, base paving | $124,500 |
| Nestle' North American Waters -bottled water manufacture | Grading, drainage, base paving | $754,500 |
| John Deere -distribution center for lawn tractors | Base and paving | $67,000 |
| Tullahoma Industries, LLC -manufacture apparel | Grading, drainage, base paving | $344,500 |
| Gregory Manufacturing -welding/metal fabrication | Base and paving | $77,000 |
| Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. -tire distribution center | Grading, drainage, base paving | $356,500 |
| Garner Automotive (expansion) -manufacture starters & alternators | Base and paving | $265,500 |
| Micro Metals -manufacture metal automotive & power tool components | Grading, drainage, base paving | $294,000 |
| Airborne Express -air cargo distribution center | Base and paving | $159,000 |
| Total Funds1 | $3,241,000 | |
| Total Funds FY 2002 | $10,800,000 |
1 Projects approved in calendar year 2002
Virginia Department of Transportation
Program
Industrial Access Roads Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide funds for access road improvements in order to promote industrial development and support expansion of existing industries that create jobs and generate tax revenues within the locality.
Program Requirements
The Commonwealth Transportation Board funds projects. There is no scoring or prioritization in project selection. However, a documentation of $10 of private capital by the industry for every $1 access road funding is required. The local government body is the responsible party in all transactions with VDOT. The maximum unmatched state funding allocation to any county, city, or town within any one fiscal year is $300,000. It may be used for one or more projects. An additional funding of up to $150,000 will be allocated when matched dollor-for-dollar by the locality.
Funding
Projects are funded from $5.5 million annual appropriation, which also funds airport access road and rail industrial access projects.
Industrial Access Road Program Projects FY 2002
| County | Facility | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giles | Bostic Site | $243,000 |
| Mecklenburg | Virginia Lakeside Commerce Park | $393,000 |
| Pulaski | New River Valley Commerce Park | $450,000 |
| Winchester | Rich Products Corp. | $185,000 |
| Wythe | Progress Park, Phase ii | $450,000 |
| Louisa | Wal-Mart Stores - East | $206,000 |
| Halifax | Riverstone Technology & Business Park | $450,000 |
| Danville | Institute for Advanced Learning & Research | $245,000 |
| Frederick | Stonewall Industrial Park | $306,700 |
| King William | West Point Veneer | $150,000 |
| Chesterfield | Meadowville Technology Park | $450,000 |
| James City | James River Commerce Center, Phase iii | $339,850 |
| Wytheville | Bottling Group, LLC | $336,950 |
| Louisa | Jefferson Supply Co. | $301,000 |
| Total Funds | $4,506,500 |
Washington Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Rural Economic Vitality (REV) Program
Objective
The program's objective is to provide funds for transportation capital investments that benefit economic development in the rural areas.
Program Requirements
The Community Economic Revitalization Board authorizes REV projects, however state highway projects are authorized by the Transportation Commission, and WSDOT Highways and Local Programs staff administers the grant program. Rural counties and state community empowered zones are considered the eligible areas for REV projects. Eligible projects include transportation improvements of state highways, county roads, and city streets, job creation and retention by industrial, commercial or tourism industry businesses, freight mobility improvements, and private facility developments. REV projects will create an estimated 4,333 jobs in the next 1-3 years and an additional 8,115 jobs in future years.
Funding
Nearly $68 million in federal TEA-21 resources has been invested in 44 projects from 1999 to 2001. The REV projects are expected to leverage over $64 million in other funding. In 2001, $3 million were approved for two projects.
Rural Economic Vitality Program Projects FY 2001
| Location | Project | State Amount | Jobs created | Anticipated outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Kennewick, Benton County | Gage Boulevard & Conier Parkway | $2,016,000 | 505 | Job creation via improved industrial and commercial sites and improved freight mobility |
| City of Bingen, Klicklial County | Downtown Bengen revitalization | $1,250,000 | Data not available | Job retention and creation via downtown commercial development, improved access to industrial sites, and enhanced freight mobility |
| Total Funds | $3,266,000 | 5051 |
1 Data not included in Table 3 due to unavailable data for Downtown Bengen revitalization project.
West Virginia Department of Transportation
Program Name
Industrial Access Road (IAR) Program
Objective
To provide construction and maintenance of industrial access roads to industrial sites within counties and municipalities.
Program Requirements
The program's basic requirements are: (1) IAR funds are only used for construction of industrial access roads within counties and municipalities to industrial sites on which manufacturing, distribution, processing or other economic development activities, including publicly owned airports, are already constructed or are under firm contract to be constructed; (2) IAR funds may not be expended until the governing body of the county or municipality certifies to the Division of Highways that the industrial site is constructed and operating or is under firm contract to be constructed or operated, or upon the presentation of an acceptable surety or device in an amount equal to the estimated cost of the access road or that portion provided by the Division of Highways.; (3) Up to $400,000 of unmatched moneys from the fund may be allocated for use in any one county in any fiscal year. The maximum amount of unmatched moneys, which may be allocated from the fund, is 10 percent of the fair market value of the designated industrial establishment. The amount of unmatched funds allocated may be supplemented with additional matched moneys from the fund, in which case the matched moneys allocated from the fund may not exceed $150,000, to be matched equally from sources other than the fund. The amount of matched moneys which may be allocated from the fund over and above the unmatched funds may not exceed 5 percent of the fair market value of the designated industrial site; (4) Funds may be allocated to those items of construction and engineering which are essential to providing an adequate facility to serve the anticipated traffic.
Funding
Industrial Access Road fund receives 0.75 percent of all state tax collections, which are otherwise specifically dedicated (by the provision of WV State Code) to the State Road Fund, or the percentage of those tax collections that will produce $3 million for each fiscal year. At the end of each fiscal year, all unused moneys in the fund revert to the state road fund. Generally, about $3.5 million is available each fiscal year for the IAR Program.
Industrial Road Access Program Projects FY 2002
| Location | Project | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barbour | Delta Cooling Towers (Phillippi) | $215,000 |
| Berkeley | Brentwood Industries (Martinsburg) | $157,600 |
| Cabell | HADCO Business Park (Green Bottom) | $400,000 |
| Fayette | Global Contact Services (Mt. Hope) | $75,000 |
| Hardy | Baker Ind. Park (Baker) | $170,000 |
| Jefferson | Burr-Bardane Ind. Parks (Bardane) | $183,000 |
| Jefferson | RC Bottling (Ranson) | $217,000 |
| Mercer | Virginia Ind. Park (Princeton) | $400,000 |
| Mineral | Pro Stainless (Keyser) | $85,000 |
| Monongalia | Chaplin Hill Business Park/FCX (Osage) | $110,000 |
| Monroe | Fountain Springs Ind. Park (Lindside) | $50,200 |
| Raleigh | Excel Homes (Ghent) | $250,000 |
| Tucker | Tucker Co. Ind Park (Davis) | $400,000 |
| Webster | Webster Co. Business Park (Cowen) | $400,000 |
| Total Funds | $3,112,000 |
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Program Name
The Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) Program
Objective
The goal of the TEA Program is to attract and retain non-speculative business firms and create or retain jobs in the State.
Program Requirements
The TEA Program provides 50% funding grants, ranging between $30,000-$1 million, to eligible communities or private businesses for projects that are necessary to help attract employers to Wisconsin, or encourage businesses and industries to remain and expand in the State. Grants are for completion of transportation infrastructure improvements, such as railroad segments, roads, airport runways, or harbor improvements. Job creation is an explicit requirement for these grants, and applications are ranked based on cost per job promised ($5000 maximum), as well as the local unemployment rate and benefits to regional transportation. Since Sept. 1987, the TEA Program has funded $56,250,000, awarded $53.3 million in grants, and created 54,101 jobs.
Funding
For FY 2002-2003 funding, the TEA Program is funded at $7.25 million from the state segregated funds and another $7.25 million from the local matching funds.
Transportation Economic Assistance Program Projects FY 2002
| Highway Project | Business | State Amount | Jobs created | Private Capital Investment | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald/Emerald Dairy, LLC | Corporate dairy farm | $200,000 | 40 | $6,390,000 | ||
| Rhinelander 2/Ponsse USA, Inc. | Manufacturing | $64,000 | 30 | $1,180,000 | ||
| Weston/J7D Tube Benders, et al | Hardware store | $606,500 | 186 | $11,350,000 | ||
| Hobart/WOW Logistics Co. | Public wholesale & logistics | $243,000 | 66 | $13,510,000 | ||
| Mauston 3/Shielding for Electronics | Manufacturing | $536,500 | 248 | $9,170,000 | ||
| Edgerton 3/Save-A-Lot, Ltd. | Grocery wholesaler | $304,000 | 100 | $17,430,000 | ||
| Tomahawk 2/Harley-Davidson Inc 2 | Manufacturing | $259,000 | $38,800,000 | |||
| Green Bay 3/Proctor & Gamble | Retail | $469,000 | 100 | $21,000,000 | ||
| Sylvan/Lowe Mfg.Co.Inc. | Manufacturing | $47,500 | 37 | $1,000,000 | ||
| Madison/Covance Inc. | Research testing lab | $507,000 | 284 | $35,280,000 | ||
| Stanley/Ace Ethanol, LLC | Ethanol refiner | $151,384 | 38 | $27,020,000 | ||
| Mt. Pleasant 5/CNH Global, N.V. | Manufacturing. | $273,000 | 325 | $21,900,000 | ||
| Chilton/Kaytee Products, Inc. | Manufacturing. | $205,000 | 41 | $2,300,000 | ||
| Superior/Phoenix Solutions Inc | Metals reclaimer & manufacturing. | $250,000 | 50 | $8,910,000 | ||
| Rothschild/Imperial Industries Inc. | Manufacturing. | $478,500 | 127 | $300,000 | ||
| New Richmond 3/Phillips Plastics Corp | Manufacturing. | $129,500 | 35 | $1,800,000 | ||
| Verona/Epic Systems Corp | Software developer | $1,000,000 | 250 | $108,000,000 | ||
| New London 4/Prefecseal, Inc. | Manufacturing. | $200,000 | 40 | $15,780,000 | ||
| DeForest 5/Cartonplast, LLC | Manufacturing. | $200,000 | 40 | $5,000,000 | ||
| Sub Total1 | $5,923,884 | 1,997 | $330,340,000 | |||
| Rail & Other Project | ||||||
| Beloit 5/Frito-Lay 3 | Manufacturing | $259,500 | 107 | $11,650,000 | ||
| Shawano 3/Bay Lakes Coop | Wholesale agribusiness | $220,000 | 44 | $6,060,000 | ||
| Manitowoc 2/Extrutech Plastics, Inc. | Manufacturing | $175,500 | 100 | $5,820,000 | ||
| Prairie Du Chien 5/Cabela's Inc | Catalog & retail distribution | $375,000 | 75 | $10,500,000 | ||
| Marshfield 2/Wick Building Systems | Manufacturing | $80,500 | 35 | $4,800,000 | ||
| Schofield 2/MerrillIiron & Steel, Inc.2 | Steel fabricator | $122,500 | 42 | $ 680,000 | ||
| New London 4/Prefecseal, Inc. | Manufacturing | $200,000 | 40 | $15,780,000 | ||
| Sub Total | $1,433,000 | 443 | $55,290,000 | |||
| Grand Total | $7,356,884 | 2,440 | $385,628,000 | |||
1 Represents highway portion of total approved multi-modal program funds.
Wyoming Department of Transportation
Program Name
Industrial Road Program (IRP)
Objective
The program's objective is to provide state funding to supplement private industrial funding for construction of roadways serving an industrial facility. Thus, the program helps counties and communities with economic development efforts.
Program Requirements
The IRP is a legislatively created program to assist with industrial development projects and is funded at $4.0 million per biennium. This program requires a 50/50 match from private industrial firms, county road funds, or other sources, but not states road funds. Each county may receive IRP funding up to $1,000,000 per biennium. A county may sponsor one or more projects during a biennium as long as the total IRP funding does not exceed $1,000,000 for one or more projects. The IRP funds are allocated on a first come, first served basis to those counties that have completed project request documentation. IRP funds may be used to construct a segment of a larger project using a combined programs funding approach but the IRP segment must meet overall IRP guidelines. The IRP project must be sponsored by the Board of County Commissioners within whose county the project is proposed.
Funding
The IRP is funded at $4.0 million per biennium. Each county is eligible for $1.0 million per biennium of the $4.0 million total biennial funded. Any funds not obligated during the biennium are returned to the highway fund.
Industrial Road Program Projects FY 2001-2002 & FY 2003-2004
| Project | Project scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Natrona County | East 2nd Street extension in Casper | $1,000,000 |
| Laramie County | Campstool Road for Lowe's distribution center in Cheyenne | $1,000,000 |
| Fremont County | Lost Cabin Road - gas processing plant | $ 712,590 |
| Sweetwater County | Reconstruction of the access road to the OCI trona plant northwest of Green River | $1,000,000 |
| Total Funds | $3,712,590 |
| Project | Project Scope | State Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan County | Dry Creek Road - industrial park | $ 148,500 |
| Natrona County | E. 2nd Street extension in Casper - Phase II | $ 247,836 |
| Sweetwater County | Jim Bridger Power Plant road | $1,000,000 |
| Crook County | 'D' Road - oil/gas field access road | $ 400,000 |
| Subtotal | $1,796,336 | |
| Total Funds | $ 5,508,926 |
Appalachian Regional Commission
Program Name
The Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) and Access Road Program
Objective
The purpose of the ADHS Program is to build Appalachian corridor highways through isolated parts of the Appalachian region and link up with the interstate system. The Access Road Program aims to connect the region's businesses, communities, and residents to the ADHS and other parts of the region.
Program Requirements
Under the Appalachian Development Act of 1965, the Appalachian Development Highway System is authorized to build a 3,025-mile highway network. By the end of FY 2002, 2,571 miles - approximately 85% - of ADHS were complete or under construction. In FY 2002, the total estimated cost to complete the ADHS is $8.5 billion, of which the federal share of eligible work is $6.2 billion. Although the ADHP is funded from the Highway Trust Fund, ARC has the administrative and programming control over the funds.
Local Access Road funds may be used for preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and/or construction. Local access road funding is not allowed on reconstruction of roads previously built with ARC local access road funds. Projects are administered in agreement with the state ARC alternate and state DOT.
Funding
The ADHS is funded from the Federal Highway Trust Fund at $450 million annually from 1999 through 2003. As of 2001, $1.7390 billion is available in federal fund apportionments and allocations. TEA-21 ADHS funds made available for local access roads are sub-funding within the ADHS appropriations. The State governors have the option of using up to $500,000 plus 5% of their annual ADHS apportionment, but no more than $1,000,000 each year, for local access projects. ARC funds are available for the initial construction of local road projects.
ADHS and Local Access Roads FY 2001 ARC Funds
| State | State (& Local) Portion Of Project Funding (A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Cumulative: 1965 - 2001 | FY 2001 | |
| Alabama | 645,083,289 | $10,711,393 |
| Georgia | 227,989,609 | * |
| Kentucky | 1,099,292,011 | $9,884,686 |
| Maryland | 359,053,352 | $1,677,102 |
| Mississippi | 280,260,918 | $187,841 |
| New York | 600,121,700 | $2,619,329 |
| North Carolina | 439,152,649 | $8,161,760 |
| Ohio | 326,282,543 | $1,439,229 |
| Pennsylvania | 1,379,002,070 | $25,915,168 |
| South Carolina | 62,398,549 | $525,397 |
| Tennessee | 754,841,151 | $4,191,418 |
| Virginia | 290,080,083 | $506,362 |
| West Virginia | 1,753,267,295 | $17,224,723 |
| Total | 8,216,825,217 | $82,263,329 |
*$781,078 debit in FY 2001 due to an eliminated project
(A) predominantly state spending, but also includes an undetermined amount of local spending
