1. Local Agency Programs An Overview Gonzalo Puente, PE Shaun Bates, PE Development Engineer Project Manager

2. Local Agency Programs (LAP)  LAP is involved with projects selected by MPOs and RTFs.  These projects are either federally or state funded.  LAP is responsible for implementing all required state and federal requirements for the Urban, Rural, Bridge, Enhancement and Safety Programs.

3. Federal and State Requirements  There are several requirements that shape our review and have an impact on the project timeline:  Projects need to meet minimum design guidelines and must have their permits and ROW cleared before obligation of funds can take place.  Federally funded projects must be evaluated for potential impacts to the environment in accordance to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

4. Environmental Evaluation Your project is either a:  CE (Categorical Exclusion) – minimal or no impact to the environment  EA (Environmental Assessment) – unsure of the extent of impact. FONSI needed.  EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) – Impacts are clear and significant. ROD needed.

5. MDOT/FHWA process  Project is selected (planning phase)  Design & environmental clearance (LAP)  Project advertisement, let & award (LAP/Contracts Division)  Construction phase (TSC)  Billings to Finance Division (TSC)  All projects are subject to audit. (Commission Audit)

6. GI meeting scheduled  Grade Inspection meeting scheduled. Program ApplicationProgram Application Project limitsProject limits Type of work needs to match TIPType of work needs to match TIP  4R (Reconstruction)  3R (Resurface, Restoration, Rehab)  PM (Preventive Maintenance) projects

7. MDOT LAP review of GI submittal  GI meeting  Draft proposal prepared by MDOT LAP GI comments addressedGI comments addressed All necessary permits and ROW obtainedAll necessary permits and ROW obtained  Obligation request is turned in

8. What can hold up obligation request What can hold up obligation request  ROW  SHPO clearance  DEQ, DNR and MDOT permits  TIP issues: Project limits, scope, $s.

9. Project turn in for advertisement  Project has been obligated  Local Agency authorization to advertise project  Contractor inquiries  Once project has been let, then LAP turns project over to the TSC to oversee the construction phase

10. MDOT Web Site http://www.michigan.gov/mdot

11. Local Agency Programs