Level of Service - is the measurement of a roadway's or intersection's ability to move traffic in an efficient manner. Local Technical Assistance Program Center - these Centers are responsible for providing transportation assistance to State and local governments that includes, but is not limited to, circuit rider programs, providing training on intergovernmental transportation planning and project selection, and tourism recreation travel. Understanding - an agreement between or among two or more entities which defines roles, responsibilities, funding and reporting requirements as well as deliverables. Metropolitan Planning Area - the geographic area in which the metropolitan transportation planning process required by 23 U.S.C. must be carried out. Notice of Funding Availability - written notice to the respective area tribes that the BIA area office has received contractible program funds.
Pavement includes all road surface types including paved, gravel, and improved or unimproved earth.
Public Meeting or Hearing - a public gathering for the express purpose of informing and soliciting input from interested individuals regarding transportation issues. MPOs, regional councils, economic development associations, rural transportation associations are examples of RPOs. Regionally Significant Project - a project that is on a facility which serves regional transportation needs. Safety Management System - a systematic process that has the goal of reducing the number and severity of transportation related accidents by ensuring that all opportunities to improve safety are identified, considered and implemented as appropriate. Project information is included in the areawide control schedule without changing the total dollar amounts.