(Indianapolis, IN) - The Indiana Department of Transportation announced a commitment of $50 million in Highway Safety Improvement Program funds today to support safety improvement projects on local road networks across the state.

 

The commitment solidifies the agency's renewed focus on safety and the goal of reducing fatal and serious injury crashes on Indiana roadways by 25% over the next ten years.

 

"This is a goal that we can't reach on our own. It's going to take all of us, at both the state and local levels, working together, to truly enhance roadway safety," said INDOT Commissioner Mike Smith.

 

A Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) is now available, providing an opportunity for local agencies to implement specific safety countermeasures on local roads.

 

According to INDOT, eligible countermeasures are systemic, low-cost improvements that do not require additional right-of-way. Examples include new or updated warning devices, signs or pavement markings, raised medians, curb extensions, pedestrian/crosswalk improvements, guardrail additions or improvements, traffic signal enhancements or adjustments, and improvements at rail crossings, among others.

 

Local cities, towns, and counties that receive funding will be required to use funds within two years of the award.

 

The call for projects will open September 3 and close on October 11.