731-036-0020 Definitions and Acronyms For the purposes of Division 36 rules, the following terms have the following definitions, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: (1) “Agreement” means a legally binding contract between the Department and Recipient that contains the terms and conditions under which the Department is providing funds from the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund for an Approved Project. (2) “Applicant” means a Public Body or Private Entity that applies for funds from the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund. (3) “Approved Project” means a p roject that the Commission has selected to receive funding through a grant from the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund. (4) “Bicycle” has the meaning given a bicycle as defined in ORS 801.150 or an electric assisted bicycle as defined in ORS 801.258. (5) “Bicycle path” means a way that is open to the public and designated for use by persons bicycling, including, but not limited to, bicycle paths as defined in ORS 801.160 and bicycle trails as defined in ORS 366.514 (5). Bicycle paths may be located on or off of road, street, or highway right of way. (6) “Critical link” means a multiuse path, bicycle trail, or footpath, in an area that meets one or more of the following criteria: (a) Improves walking and bicycling access to high need locations (i.e. transportation disadvantaged areas, schools, shopping or employment centers, medical services, connections to transit and regional paths, and downtowns); or (b) Improves walking and bicycling access in areas where no connections exist, transportation options are limited, or significant safety concerns are addressed by the improvement. (7) “Commission” means the Oregon Transportation Commission. (8) “Department” means the Oregon Department of Transportation. (9) “Director” means the Director of the Oregon Department of Transportation. (10) “Final Project Acceptance” means the department’s written acceptance of a transportation project as complete following an on-site review of the completed project. (11) “Footpath” means an accessible way that is open to the public and designated for use by persons walking, or as otherwise specifically provided by law or a governing body. Foot paths may be located on or off of road, street, or highway right-of-way. (12) “Multiuse path” or “Multiuse trail” means an accessible way that is open to the public and designated for use by persons walking, bicycling, and using other forms of non-motorized transportation, or as otherwise specifically provided by law or a governing body. Multiuse paths may be located on or off of road, street, or highway right-of-way. (13) “Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee” means the committee created in ORS 366.112. (14) “Pedestrian” has the meaning given in ORS 801.385 (15) “Private Entity” has the meaning given in ORS 367.802 (16) “Program” means the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund Program established by Division 36 rules to administer the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund. (17) “Program Funds” means the money appropriated by the Legislature to the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund. These funds may be used as grants to eligible projects. (18) “Project Sponsor” means a public body or private entity seeking funds to develop and implement a dedicated project. (19) “Public Body” has the meaning given in ORS 174.109. (20) “Recipient” means a public body or private entity that enters into Agreement with the Department to receive funds from the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund. (21) “Recipient’s Total Project Costs” means the funds received from the Multimodal Active Transportation Fund program plus the matching funds required under Oregon Administrative Rule 731-036-0110(2)(b) and any additional funds, if applicable. (22) “Regional path” means a multiuse path or trail, including bicycle trails and footpaths, that meets the following criteria for Regional Path designation: (a) Is a continuous path made up of one or more connected segments that is primarily physically separated from the roadway; (b) Connects two or more communities, with each community no more than 15 miles apart, or traverses through a single large community with a path that is 10 miles or longer; (c) Will serve as a connection point for people commuting between communities, or is a part of an officially designated walking and bicycling route; and (d) Is endorsed by elected bodies along path alignment. (23) “Transportation Project” is defined in ORS 367.080(1)(e). (24) “Walking” means use of human-powered forms of transportation, including, but not limited to travel to a destination by foot or wheelchair. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 184.619 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 367.081 History: DOT 2-2020, adopt filed 01/24/2020, effective 01/24/2020