Via AASHTO Journal 

Gov. Tom Wolf and Pennsylvania Transportation Secretary Leslie Richards said the state's Department of Transportation awarded $40 million to 37 highway, bridge, bike and pedestrian projects from the Multimodal Transportation Fund. 

"Communities across Pennsylvania rely on infrastructure improvements to support economic growth and attract new residents and businesses," Wolf said. "These projects support improved transportation for all residents, whether they walk, bike or drive."

"The fund allows us to assist communities with needed transportation improvements that otherwise may not move forward," said Richards. "This process represents an opportunity for worthwhile local projects to secure the support needed to come to fruition."

capitol0816.jpgPennDOT said it evaluated 251 grant applications that sought more than $282 million in funding, and made final selections based on safety benefits, regional economic conditions, technical and financial feasibility, job creation, energy efficiency and operational sustainability.