NDACo Legislative Wrap-up Funding for Non-Oil Producing County Highways and Bridges Jason Benson Cass County Engineer

Topics Overview of Federal, State, and Past Legislative Funding 2015 Session Funding – SB2103 and HB1176 Implementation of SB2103 and HB1176

Federal Funding Federal funding comes from the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents, last increased in 1993.

State Funding Thank the Governor and State Legislature for the increased funding for both oil and non-oil producing counties. Appreciate the work of the NDDOT in developing effective methods for project selection and funding approval. Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute Study with detailed cost analysis.

State and Local Funding Local property tax 23 cent state fuel tax and State motor vehicle license fees Other Revenue (such as permit fees) One Time Funding from the State Legislature

Funding from

UGPTI Needs Study for Non-Oil Producing Counties Non-Oil Producing Counties Unpaved Road Needs from : $3,521 Million Non-Oil Producing Counties Paved Road Needs from : $2,120 Million Non-Oil Producing Counties Bridge Needs from : $368 Million (does not include minor structures) Total Non-Oil Producing Counties Road and Bridge Needs : $6,009 Million

Non-Oil Producing Counties Funding $112 Million Allocated in SB2103 based on CMC Miles $112 Million Allocated in HB1176 based on 50% CMC & 50% “UGPTI Needs Study” Biennial Total = $224 million To keep up with the needs from the UGPTI Study we would need $600 million for the biennium.

Non-Oil Producing Counties Funding

Non-Oil Producing Counties Comparison of Requirements SB2013 specific requirements: 1. Roadways and bridges must provide continuity and connectivity to efficiently integrate and improve major paved and unpaved corridors within the county and across county borders (i.e. CMC Routes). HB1176 specific requirements: 1. Roadways and bridges must meet one of the following: a) Continuity and connectivity to efficiently integrate and improve major paved and unpaved corridors within the county and across county borders; b) Connectivity to significant traffic generators; or c) Direct improvement in traffic safety.

Non-Oil Producing Counties Comparison of Requirements Required for both SB2013 and HB1176: 2.Projects consistent with UGPTI's needs study for the years 2015 to A major roadway construction or reconstruction project, the legal load limit must be 105,500 pounds. 4.Design speed of at least 55 mph, unless the NDDOT provides an exemption. 5.Projects must comply with the AASHTO pavement design procedures and standards developed by the NDDOT in conjunction with the local jurisdiction. 6.Bridges must be designed to meet an HL 93 loading.

What Costs does this Cover? Preliminary engineering cost Right of way cost Utility relocation cost Construction engineering cost Construction

When are funds available? SB2103: Reimbursements available now for all eligible costs after January 1 st, HB1176: – Engineering and design costs are eligible as of July, 2015 – Construction related costs are eligible as of January 1, 2016 – Reimbursements can take place on or after February 1, 2016

Information for Funding Request Design Speed: If less than 55 mph, you need a design exception If project is replacing or constructing a new Bridge/Structure, list the Design Loading of Structure (HL) Legal load Limit of Road (before and after) Is this a Major Corridor within your County or Corridor that crosses into another County: (Y/N) Explain why this is a Major Corridor Explain the existing condition of this major corridor and any improvements that have been made. Will this project complete the planned Corridor improvements or is this part of a phased approach? If it is a phased approach, explain the phases involved and the time frame to complete the phases on this Major Corridor Attach a Map of the project location

What this Funding doesn’t Cover Non-CMC routes (SB2103) or Non-CMC routes that don’t have a major traffic generator (HB1176). Township Bridges or Structures Maintenance projects (patching, etc.)

What’s Next NDDOT met with all Counties during regional meetings in March regarding SB2103. NDDOT is coordinating for future meetings for HB1176. Look ahead to the Biennium: – Counties need to be proactive in planning for future one time funding. – Urge the Legislature to keep project requirements consistent or loosen requirements so that we can more effectively plan future projects for

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