[OR_Archaeology] TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT FUND PROPOSALS SOUGHT

[Susan White]

TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT FUND PROPOSALS SOUGHT

The Oregon Department of Transportation has announced a request for
project proposals in the Transportation Enhancement program.  About $17
million is available statewide for projects that can be ready for
contract in 2013 and 2014.  Projects selected will become part of
Oregon's 2012-2015 statewide transportation improvement program.

The TE program provides federal funds for projects that strengthen the
cultural, aesthetic, and environmental value of the transportation
system.  This can include sidewalk, bike path and streetscape projects,
restoration of transportation-related historic buildings, interpretive
sites that help travelers appreciate the scenery and history along
Oregon roads and highways, viewpoints, archaeological planning and
research, and other purposes.

Projects are selected through a statewide competitive process based on
written application and field review. Applicants may include local,
state or federal agencies, Indian tribes, and tax-funded districts.  A
private organization may apply in partnership with a public agency.

Instructions and application forms will be posted on the ODOT local
government section web site on May 18
http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/HWY/LGS/enhancement.shtml or by email from
patricia.r.fisher at odot.state.or.us