Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Infrastructure Grant Application
Guide
December 2013
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Contents
Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Federal SRTS Infrastructure Grant Application Overview..................................................................... 4
Eligible Applicants......................................................................................................................................... 4
Eligible Infrastructure Projects .................................................................................................................... 5
Federal and State Requirements .................................................................................................................. 5
Roles and Responsibilities ............................................................................................................................ 6
Funding ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Program Evaluation ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Infrastructure Project Selection Process .................................................................................................... 8
SRTS Infrastructure Application ................................................................................................................. 9
Application Checklist ..................................................................................................................................13
Submitting your Application ......................................................................................................................14
Appendix A: District State Aid Engineers ..............................................................................................15
Appendix B: State Aid City List ...............................................................................................................16
Appendix C: Minnesota County Map......................................................................................................17
Appendix D: Project TimeLine ................................................................................................................18
Appendix E: SRTS Infrastructure Application Evaluation Form .......................................................19
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Federal SRTS Infrastructure Grant Application Overview
These instructions are for the final Safe Routes to School (SRTS) infrastructure
implementation grants administered centrally through MnDOT for projects statewide.
Starting state fiscal year (SFY) 2017 funding opportunities for Safe Routes to School
projects will be made available to communities from the Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP) with their regional Area Transportation Partners (ATP).
This solicitation provides 80% federal funding for infrastructure projects located within
two miles of a school with students in grades K-12 with a minimum cost of $100,000.
Funds from this program are reimbursed to communities after they are expended. All
SRTS infrastructure applications require sponsorship from a State Aid sponsor. A list of
State Aid cities can be found in Appendix B. For communities that are not in a State Aid
City, applicants must work with the County for sponsorship, as listed in Appendix C.
Infrastructure projects chosen in this solicitation must be ready for construction during
the 2015 and 2016 construction season. Together with MnDOT and local engineering
staff, successful applicants will need to complete a process that includes, 1) environmental
review documents required by the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), 2)
obtaining authorization from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for
preliminary engineering, 3) completing preliminary engineering work (these costs can be
covered by the grant), and 4) obtaining authorization from FHWA for construction
before construction may begin. All successful applicants are required to perform
evaluations after the project is complete. A timeline that outlines this process is available
in Appendix D.
Detailed instructions for the application for SRTS infrastructure funds begin on page 9 of
this guide. The application for SRTS infrastructure projects requires use of a free
program called Formatta. Instructions for using Formatta can be found on page 9. A pdf
of the application is available for review only (do not use this to fill out the responses) on
the MnDOT SRTS website. Preference will be given to communities that demonstrate a
strong local SRTS program that have completed planning for effective infrastructure
projects through a public involvement process and can demonstrate that the project will
be ready for 2015-2016 construction. Scoring criteria are shown in Appendix E.
Eligible Applicants
To ensure that the SRTS program is available to a broad spectrum of groups that
represent students, both public and non-profit entities may submit applications for
infrastructure funding with a State Aid sponsor. More Information about sponsors is
below. Eligible groups include (but not limited to):
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Schools, both public and private
School Districts
Cities
Counties
State Agencies
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Federally Recognized Tribes
Regional Development Commissions
Metropolitan Planning Organizations
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Eligible Infrastructure Projects
Infrastructure Projects are projects that greatly improve the safety and the ability of
children to walk and bicycle to school within a two mile radius of the school. The
infrastructure project could include the planning, design and construction phase.
The following are types of infrastructure projects that may be approved with SRTS funds.
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Sidewalk improvements: new sidewalks, sidewalk gap closures, curbs, gutters, and curb
ramps with sidewalks.
Traffic calming and speed reduction improvements: curb extensions, speed humps, raised
crossings, raised intersections, median refuges
Pedestrian and bicycle crossing improvements: crossings, median refuges, raised crossings,
raised intersections, traffic control devices (including timed on/off beacons, bicycle-sensitive
signal actuation devices, pedestrian countdown signals, vehicle speed feedback signs at speed
transitions, and pedestrian activated signal upgrades)1
Off-street bicycle and pedestrian facilities: exclusive multi-use bicycle and pedestrian trails
and pathways that are separated from a roadway.
Secure bicycle parking facilities: designated areas (bicycle parking racks, bicycle lockers, etc.)
with safety lighting, and covered bicycle shelters.
Traffic diversion improvements: separation of pedestrians and bicycles from vehicular traffic
adjacent to school facilities.
Note: 1. Electronic devices must be permanent - not mobile.
The infrastructure project must be within the public right of way. This may include
projects on private land that have public access, easements, or public property that is
owned by a public entity. Construction and capital improvement projects also must be
located within approximately two miles of a school.
Federal and State Requirements
SRTS projects are required to comply with all Federal requirements. The local project
manager and sponsors are advised that following the federal regulations and process may
require time and resource commitment. Below is a list of some requirements that are the
responsibility of the local project manager and sponsor.
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Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In many cases SRTS
projects will be eligible for Categorical Exclusion. All documentation is the responsibility of
the local project manager.
Securing all of the necessary local approvals and permits.
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Projects awarded must be amended into the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP),
Area Transportation Improvement Plans (ATIP) and local Transportation Improvement
Plans (TIP), in metropolitan areas.
All infrastructure projects are required to follow the design and traffic signing requirements
used by MnDOT and the State Aid Office.
All projects must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Compliance
includes all infrastructure requirements and making materials available in alternative formats.
Communities receiving infrastructure funding will need to demonstrate the ability to
maintain the improvement.
Communities that are not able to meet these requirements risk losing SRTS funding. For
additional information on the federal process see chapter five of the State Aid Manual
and review the Delegated Contract Process (DCP) checklist at:
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/stateaid/manual.html
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/stateaid/projectdelivery/pdp/dcp/dcp-checklist.pdf
Roles and Responsibilities
Collaboration and coordination with state and local communities is important to making
the Safe Routes to School program a success. The State Aid for Local Transportation
Office (SALT) relies on the communication between the local SRTS project manager, the
District State Aid Engineer, and the sponsor throughout the project development and
delivery phases.
District State Aid Engineer (DSAE)
Each Minnesota Department of Transportation District has a District State Aid Engineer
that will assist communities with the Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Program. All
communities interested in applying for infrastructure funds must contact their District
State Aid Engineer prior to submitting their application. District State Aid Engineer
contact information is provided in Appendix A. The District State Aid Engineer will be
able to assist communities with the following tasks during different phases of the
program.
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Provide communities with sponsors contact information (if needed)
Coordinate different MnDOT office reviews (Right-of-Way, Traffic, Permits, ADA, etc.)
Approve and submit Public Interest Findings (if needed)
Approve and submit environmental documents
Review and approve plans for standards
Review and approve pay requests
Communicate progress reports or updates
Assist with project close out
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Lead Agency or County/City Sponsor
A State Aid City or County sponsor is required for all infrastructure projects. See
Appendix B and Appendix C for State Aid Cities and County sponsors. If the city in
which the project is taking place is not listed as a State Aid City, the City must work with
the County as a sponsor. The sponsor must communicate with the local project manager
and the District State Aid Engineer on all process for the completion of the project. The
sponsor’s task could include but not limited to:
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Set up engineering contracts through competitive bid (if needed)
Submit Public Interest Findings for use of Local Forces (if needed)
Review, approve and submit environmental documents
Review, approve and submit plans
Review, approve and submit pay requests
Be the fiscal agent on behalf of the community
Ensure the project meets milestones and dates
Communicate progress reports or updates
Assist with project close out
Local SRTS Project Manager
The local SRTS project manager may be a champion of the community’s SRTS program
or a representative from the city or school. He or she will assist with decisions on the
project, coordinate the student and parent surveys, provide status updates as requested by
the SRTS Coordinator, and communicate with the sponsor and DSAE on requirements
and documentation during the project. The local SRTS project manager is required to
attend post award training on the project delivery process and federal requirements.
Funding
Approximately $4 million will be awarded for infrastructure projects that will be ready for
construction in 2015 and 2016. Funds may be requested for preliminary engineering and
construction engineering as part of the total project costs and be included in the budget
for the SRTS proposal. To ensure that projects meet the project deadline and allow
MnDOT to fund more projects, no funds will be allowed for right of way acquisition.
The application minimum is listed below. The infrastructure applications may represent
one school or multiple schools that are in close proximity to one another (schools on the
same or adjacent campuses, neighborhood or block).
Minimum (total project cost): $100,000
SRTS infrastructure projects are funded at 80% for eligible items with a required 20%
local match. All costs submitted for reimbursement are subject to eligibility
requirements. Any costs incurred prior to a project’s authorization are not eligible for
reimbursement. Project applicants are responsible for all cost overruns above the
grant amount.
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Under the Federal guidance for SRTS, participants are advised funding is to supplement,
not replace, existing funding sources. Safe Routes funds may not be used as a match for
other federal funds.
Program Evaluation
Evaluation of the Safe Routes to School program will assist MnDOT and the National
Center for Safe Routes to school assess the results of the program locally and nationally.
Baseline evaluations with the Student Travel Tally and Parent Survey from the
National Center for Safe Routes to School are required for the Safe Routes to
School Infrastructure Application. School(s) awarded and benefiting from Safe Routes
infrastructure funds must conduct after evaluations using the Student Travel Tally and the
Parent Survey. The applicant and sponsor should coordinate the evaluation measures
with the school and community. The objective of the two surveys is to determine if there
are changes to student travel behaviors and parental attitude changes.
The survey forms are available on the National Center for Safe Routes to School website
and should be downloaded with the instructions. The National Center for Safe Routes to
School website is http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/data-central
The Statewide Health Improvement Program requires the same information for
communities working on Safe Routes to School initiatives through SHIP. Connect with
your local SHIP Coordinator to see if this data has been collected at your school in the
last year.
Applicants and schools may conduct additional surveys and evaluations to help
demonstrate need and effectiveness.
Infrastructure Project Selection Process
All grant applications submitted will follow the selection process shown.
Part 1. Scoring and Ranking
Evaluation Form and Area Transportation Partner Review
Part 2. Selection Committee
Select and Recommend Projects for Funding
Executive Committee
Project Approval
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The applications will be initially reviewed for eligibility and scored base on the following
criteria:
1. Comprehensive approach – The school will have a Safe Routes to School plan or programs
identifying all 5 E’s – Education, Encouragement, Evaluation, Enforcement, and
Engineering. The plans and programs use a public involvement process and assessment
tools to identify improvements and garner support.
2. Engineering strategy – addressing identified problems through supported and proven
measures
3. Project deliverability and readiness with 20% local match in the provided timeline
SRTS Infrastructure Application
The SRTS Infrastructure Grant Application is divided into two parts. The first document
contains the grant application guidance, basic information and appendices. The second
document is the actual application that needs to be submitted electronically and in paper
format.
Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Application Guide
Minnesota Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Application
The SRTS Infrastructure Grant Application is a Formatta based form and is designed to
be completed on your local workstation. The procedure is to download the form and
instructions from the MnDOT Safe Routes to School website,
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/saferoutes/index.html and save it to your local system. You
will also need a small, free application called ‘Filler’ that allows you to open and complete
the form. Filler is available at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/stateaid/formatta/FillerSetupNR.exe. As you download
Filler, accept the License Agreement. Accept the Default Destination Location. After
the software installs a blank Registration form appears. Ignore this form by clicking the
X to close. You will only need to download and install Filler once for each workstation.
Application Instructions
Use the following instructions to fill out each section. On the application each
section will have help button or a pop-up window with some instructions on how
to fill out the form. To remove the pop-up window with instructions, press the
“esc” key.
Section 1. Contact Information
A. Local Project Manager (Applicant). The local project manager is responsible
for submitting the application and will be responsible for coordination,
communication with MnDOT and/or the sponsor to ensure that the project
requirements are fulfilled and the project is completed on time and within budget.
The individual will be the first point of contact for the project status. Provide the
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first and last name, the organization or group the person is working with, the
person’s address, phone number, and e-mail address.
B. Sponsor Information. The project sponsor will be the fiscal agent for the
project and must be an authorized representative of a State Aid city or county.
Additionally, this entity is responsible for ensuring that the project is completed in
accordance with all state and federal regulations. The sponsor must be a State
Aid City or County listed in Appendix B or Appendix C. If the project affects a
state Trunk Highway, MnDOT may be required to be the sponsor.
C. MPO/ATP Information. Identify which MPO or Area Transportation
Partner area your project is in.
Section 2. Background
A. Location. Provide the City, County, and MnDOT District that the project is
located in. This information helps MnDOT track communities interested in Safe
Routes to School and determines which District State Aid Engineer the local
community will be working with.
B. School Information. Provide information from schools benefiting from this
project. This information will help the program track schools that are interested
in Safe Routes to School and that will be impacted by the project.
C. Roadway Information. List the roads impacted by this project and the road
authority for each road. A letter of concurrence from each road authority is
required and should be attached. This information and required letter helps
demonstrate that necessary road authority are contacted and informed on the
proposed project. Relevant roadway characteristics such as number of lanes,
widths, speed limits, etc., should be included in the project description.
Section 3. Planning and Support
A. Identify any existing SRTS plan that the proposed infrastructure project is stemming from.
a. Provide a link to the SRTS plan or attach a copy of the plan. See below in part B
for items that will be reviewed in the plan. If information is missing from the
plan, include them in part 3B.
B. If there is no plan with the proposed project, describe your planning process.
a. Discuss who are involved in the planning (SRTS team). Partners could include
school administrators, teachers, students, parents, city staff, county staff, etc.
b. Describe current student travel modes, any student travel routes, school
transportation or wellness policies.
c. Describe the public involvement process.
d. Identify assessment tools used to identify barriers to increasing the number of
students safely walking and bicycling. Assessment tools should include the
Student Travel Tally Form and the Parent survey from the National Safe Routes
to School Center. Other methods of collecting information and data could
include crash data, traffic counts and speed data, interviews, bike/walk audits,
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the MnDOT SRTS Neighborhood Assessment Guide, etc. More information
about the MnDOT SRTS Neighborhood Assessment is available online at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/saferoutes/toolkit.html.
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Attach baseline results of the Student Travel Talley survey data and Parent
survey data.
Attach at least one map per location that identifies the existing student travel
routes and hazardous areas.
Attach at least one map per location that identifies the location of the
proposed infrastructure project.
Communities may choose any mapping tool that works best for them.
One option is the free MnDOT Interactive Base map website. The
MnDOT Interactive Base map website allows users to create, save,
and print maps that will include features such as:
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Names of city, county, township, and MnDOT roads
Average Daily Traffic data on certain roads
Speed limits on certain roads
Surrounding wetland, rivers, and other bodies of water
The mapping tool is available at:
http://gisservices.dot.state.mn.us/mndot-basemap/
e. Describe how the 5Es are or will be incorporated into the school(s) SRTS
program.
Section 4. Proposed Project
A. Describe your existing infrastructure problem(s). Describe your proposed project and explain how it
addresses the problem(s). Attach plan layout of the project and typical sections.
a. Identify the project’s infrastructure problem(s).
b. Were the problem(s) identified with the assessment tools?
c. Describe the infrastructure project and the types of strategies, improvements,
which will be implemented on the project.
d. Discuss how the proposed strategy (or strategies) address the problem(s)
identified.
e. Discuss what other strategies were considered to address the problems?
f. What resource(s) or studies support the proposed implementations (if
applicable)?
g. What guidance(s) were used in the design of the proposed project? Guidance
used could include but are not limited to: the MN MUTCD, AASHTO guides,
State Aid Standards, or the MnDOT Bikeway Facility Design Manual.
 Attach a plan view of the proposed project location that includes right-ofway limits, environmentally sensitive areas, utilities, and traffic control
devices for the project.
 Attach a typical section (for new sidewalks and paths)
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B. Explain how the project is ready for construction in 2015 or 2016. Select the year you would
prefer to have your project funded and constructed.
a. Describe any field survey or field assessments of the project location?
i. Does the identified route need completely new infrastructure?
ii. Does the route have logical termini (not end mid-block or not direct
users to a destination)?
iii. Is the location of the proposed project well maintained and ADA
compliant?
b. What are the right-of-way needs for the proposed project (land acquisition,
permanent easement, temporary easement, etc.)?
c. Are there environmental impacts (wetland, Section 4(f), historic properties,
impact endangered species, etc.)?
d. Is this project controversial in any way that would impact support and timeline
for completion?
e. Have private and public owners impacted by the project been notified?
f. Identify additional public participation hearings or events for the specific
proposed project.
g. Describe the community’s or sponsor’s experience in delivering federal
transportation projects (if applicable).
Section 5. Project Costs
Provide a cost breakdown of all the components of the project listed. Only engineering and
construction cost are eligible for federal funds. A local 20% match must be
provided by the community. Identify how the community will provide the match
in the available space. In addition, any costs determined to be not directly related
to the SRTS program during the project delivery process will not be reimbursed.
a. Identify the source of the local match.
 Attach a detailed engineer’s estimate of the construction project cost.
Section 6. Evaluation
Schools benefiting from the project will conduct evaluations after the project is completed. Check
agree only if school(s) benefiting from the SRTS program agree to conduct after
implementation surveys. These include the student tally form and the parent
survey available on the National Center for Safe Routes to School website. The
school(s) must submit the after evaluation data to the National Center for SRTS
and provide a summary of the surveys to MnDOT within a year of the project
completion date.
Additional Attachments
All attachments must be submitted in with the applications by the end of business day on
the day of the deadline.
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Sponsoring Agency Resolution
It is important that community members are aware and have approved the SRTS project
in their communities. Each proposal submitted should include an original copy of a City
Council Resolution and/or a County Board Resolution if a county sponsor is required.
Resolution Agreeing to Maintain Facility
A Resolution agreeing to maintain the facility for its useful life is required for each
project. The resolution must be approved by the sponsoring agency. Each proposal
submitted should include an original copy of the resolution.
Letters of Concurrence
The letters function as a signature and indicate to the reviewers that all affected parties
have reviewed the application and agree to the project. For the application to be eligible
for review, letters of concurrence must be submitted with the application from the
following entities:
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School principal(s) or superintendent of school or schools benefiting from the project.
Each of the affected roadway authorities, impacted by the project:
o City Engineer
o County Engineer
o MnDOT State Aid Engineer
Letters of concurrence should be submitted on official letterhead and contain the
following:
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Declaration of project support.
Official signature.
Application Checklist
All sections are answered in concise narrative
All required attachments are provided
Sponsoring Agency Resolution - County Board and/or City Council
Resolution
Sponsoring Agency Resolution - Agreeing to Maintain facility
Map of established student travel routes and hazards is clear and legible
(Option to use MnDOT Interactive Base map)
Map of proposed project is clear and legible (Option to use MnDOT
Interactive Base Map)
Summary report of baseline data from the Student Travel Tally and Parent
Survey (in SRTS plan or separate attachment)
Plan layout of proposed project with right-of-way, environmentally sensitive
areas, and traffic control devices labeled
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Typical sections with right-of-way and dimensions (only if applicable)
Letter(s) of concurrence from each school or school district
Engineer’s estimate on the project cost with identified local match
Submitting your Application
When the electronic application is completed, ensure that you have saved it to your local
drive or server. The application is due January 31, 2014 by 12:00pm. The application is
to be submitted in two parts.
Electronic: Submit the electronic version of the application to
SafeRoutes.DOT@state.mn.us
Printed versions: Please submit eight copies of the completed application and
all required attachments to:
Mao Yang
State Aid Division
Transportation Building
395 John Ireland Blvd.
Mail Stop 500
St. Paul, MN 55155
If you have questions about the program or application please submit them to
SafeRoutes.DOT@state.mn.us or call 651-366-3827. All questions and answers will be
posted on the MnDOT SRTS website.
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Appendix A: District State Aid Engineers
MnDOT District
District State Aid Engineer
Phone Number
District 1 - Duluth
Walter Leu
(218) 725-2705
District 2 - Bemidji
Lou Tasa
(218) 755-6570
District 2 - Brainerd
Kelvin Howieson
(218) 828-5707
District 4 – Detroit Lakes
Merle Earley
(218) 846-3607
Metro
Ted Schoenecker
(651) 234-7761
District 6 - Rochester
Fausto Cabral
(507) 286-7620
District 7 - Mankato
Gordy Regenscheid
(507) 304-6105
District 8 - Willmar
Todd Broadwell (Mobility)
(320) 214-6425
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Appendix B: State Aid City List
City Name
Albert Lea
Albertville
Alexandria
Andover
Anoka
Apple Valley
Arden Hills
Austin
Baxter
Belle Plaine
Bemidji
Big Lake
Blaine
Bloomington
Brainerd
Brooklyn Center
Brooklyn Park
Buffalo
Burnsville
Byron
Cambridge
Champlin
Chanhassen
Chaska
Chisholm
City Name
City Name
Duluth
Little Falls
Eagan
Mahtomedi
East Bethel
Mankato
East Grand Forks
Maple Grove
Eden Prairie
Maplewood
Edina
Marshall
Elk River
Medina
Fairmont
Mendota Heights
Falcon Heights
Minneapolis
Faribault
Minnetonka
Farmington
Minnetrista
Fergus Falls
Montevideo
Forest Lake
Monticello
Fridley
Moorhead
Glencoe
Morris
Golden Valley
Mound
Grand Rapids
Mounds View
Ham Lake
New Brighton
Hastings
New Hope
Hermantown
New Prague
Hibbing
New Ulm
Hopkins
North Branch
Hugo
North Mankato
Hutchinson
North St. Paul
International Falls
Northfield
Inver Grove
Circle Pines
Heights
Oak Grove
Cloquet
Isanti
Oakdale
Columbia Heights Jordan
Orono
Coon Rapids
Kasson
Otsego
Corcoran
La Crescent
Owatonna
Cottage Grove
Lake City
Plymouth
Crookston
Lake Elmo
Prior Lake
Crystal
Lakeville
Ramsey
Dayton
Lino Lakes
Red Wing
Delano
Litchfield
Redwood Falls
Detroit Lakes
Little Canada
Richfield
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/stateaid/msas/CITYALPH.pdf
City Name
Robbinsdale
Rochester
Rogers
Rosemount
Roseville
Sartell
Sauk Rapids
Savage
Shakopee
Shoreview
Shorewood
South St. Paul
Spring Lake Park
Stewartville
Stillwater
St. Anthony
St. Cloud
St. Francis
St. Joseph
St. Louis Park
St. Michael
St. Paul
St. Paul Park
St. Peter
Thief River Falls
Vadnais Heights
Victoria
Virginia
Waconia
Waite Park
Waseca
West St. Paul
White Bear Lake
Willmar
Winona
Woodbury
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City Name
Worthington
Wyoming
Zimmerman
Appendix C: Minnesota County Map
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Appendix D: Project TimeLine
The funding for this solicitation must be approved for funding by the Federal Highway
Administration within the 2015-2016 state fiscal years (July 2014– June 2016). Projects
that cannot meet the dates and milestones in the table risk delaying the project and losing
SRTS funds.
2015 Dates4
1/31/14
4/14
2016 Dates4 Milestones
1/31/14
4/14
SRTS Applications due at 12:00 pm
Announce award and schedule required training
NEPA documents for preliminary engineering
Preliminary Engineering
7/14
7/14
FHWA authorization of preliminary engineering1, 3
Preliminary Engineering Agreement
11/14
11/15
4/15/15
4/15/16
Submit final NEPA documents for construction
project
Submit final construction plans and submittal package
Submit pay request for preliminary engineering2
5/15
5/16
FHWA authorization of construction project1
7/15
7/16
Construction Engineering Agreement
Construction & Constr. Engineering
Let project by competitive bid
Award construction contract
Start construction project
Complete construction project
Pay request for construction project and construction
engineering2
After student tally surveys and parent surveys
2016
2017
Request final audit and close out construction project
and agreements
Notes: 1 Related work prior to authorization will not be reimbursed.
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First pay request must be submitted within 11 months of the
authorization date.
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The authorization for the preliminary engineering or construction project
may not be submitted until the projects are in an approved Statewide
Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
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Target dates and are subject to change
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Appendix E: SRTS Infrastructure Application Evaluation Form
Project Eligibility (Any “No” answer may results in a
disqualification)
Yes
No
Were all sections completed?
Is the proposed work eligible for federal funding?
Is the applicant eligible for federal funding?
Has a State Aid city or county been identified as the sponsor? (County
Board Resolution needed with county sponsor)
Are the baseline Student Tally and Parent survey summary reports
attached? (projects with no SRTS plans)
Are required maps for each location attached?
Are the plan sheets and typical sections attached?
Is the Engineer’s estimate for the project cost attached and local match
identified?
Is a city council resolution in support of this project attached?
Are required letters of concurrence from road authority and school(s) or
school district attached?
Is a maintenance resolution attached?
Planning and Support
Score
Approach and planning steps are clear – understand current condition,
evaluation, identify problems and solutions.
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Public participation process is used with key partners.
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Local program is comprehensive with SRTS 5 E’s.
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Proposed Project
The description of the project problem(s) and proposed project is clear.
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Proposed strategy (or strategies) addresses the problem(s) and is cost
effective.
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The proposed project meets design recommendations or standards.
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Deliverability and Readiness
Steps have been taken to ensure that the project can be delivered in 2015
or 2016.
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The lead agency demonstrated ability to deliver federal projects.
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Project Cost
Estimate is provided with local match.
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Evaluation
Schools benefiting from the project agree to provide additional evaluations.
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Total
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Other considerations:
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Geographical location
Rural/urban schools
Potential to have a greater impact on number of students walking and bicycling
Funding
20