These studies may result in project development and tie to the statewide plan. Selection of other federally funded projects also includes AOGs in the selection and evaluation process. Rural transportation is funded with federal, state and local funds. The Transportation Commission is responsible for programming state and most federal funds. Twenty-five percent of the state transportation fund goes directly to cities, towns and counties based upon a set formula.
Local funds are available for transportation through property taxes or other local taxes.
UDOT is conducting a pilot program to allow local authorities to exchange federal funds that are programmed for a local project for state construction funds. Transportation enhancement funding is available by application through a citizen advisory committee that advises the Transportation Commission on project selection. The Local Governments Projects Engineer meets annually with each county and local government to discuss available funding and project status. The draft STIP is made available for comment at public meetings. Twenty-five percent of state transportation funds go directly to cities, towns, and counties.