Applications are usually due around September 1 of each year. Application Potential applicants may obtain an application package from the office of Local Government Assistance in the Department of Transportation. Project Selection Projects will be selected and grant amounts determined by the DOT based on need, population and economic impact. Size of Grant a. Ceilings. In cases where a project can demonstrate an extraordinary state-wide economic development potential, the State may grant a waiver from this limitation.
Individual grant amounts.
Individual grants will be awarded only in amounts commensurate with the requirements of the proposed project. In determining appropriate grant amounts for each applicant, the State will consider an applicant's population, need, proposed activities and ability to carry out the proposed the proposed program including the ability to cost-share. These funds may not be used to match federal dollars on any DOT project within the local unit of government. State participation is limited to roads totaling one mile or less in length. The local government agency shall be responsible for maintenance of the completed access road and shall provide evidence of that commitment.