Kansas invests $31 million in multiple pedestrian, bicycle projects
Oct 14, 2024
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The state of Kansas is investing more than $30 million in various pedestrian and bicycle projects in multiple community projects Monday.
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced in a press release on Oct. 14 that $31.5 million is being awarded to 31 projects across Kansas to help increase safety for those on walks or participating in biking activities. This grant is being administered by the Kansas Department of Transportation through the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program.
“This investment is more than just improving infrastructure – it’s about strengthening the safety, accessibility, and mobility of our communities,” Kelly said. “I’m pleased the state can offer the support needed to help advance these projects.”
TA is provided by the Federal Highway Administration which is the main source of funding for bicycle and pedestrian projects in Kansas. This program also funds transportation projects of a historical nature along with scenic and environmental projects such as Main Street beautification projects.
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“By partnering with local communities, we can enhance our state’s transportation infrastructure while improving accessibility and fostering more connected neighborhoods,” Kansas Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed said.
City of Atchison
Unity Street pedestrian improvements from Second Street to Sixth Street.
$814,479.20.
City of Atchison
North Fifth Street Safe Routes to School.
$924,389.
City of Eudora
Safe Routes to School sidewalk improvements.
$781,676.
City of Holton
Highway 75 pedestrian/non-motorized vehicle/bicycle safety project.
$2,115,513.
City of Lawrence
2025 Safe Routes to School.
$1,096,000.
City of Lawrence
Massachusetts Street - 14th Street to 23rd Street multimodal improvements.
$2,376,000.
City of Leavenworth
Downtown ADA sidewalk ramp improvements.
$629,750.
City of Topeka
Traffic calming, crossing improvements, and bike lanes installation on Fourth, Fifth and Adams Streets.
$1,722,931.
City of Wamego
Safe Routes to School crossing improvements.
$239,872.
Central Kansas Conservancy
Sunflower Santa Fe Trail in Canton.
$649,485.60.
City of Concordia
Concordia Sidewalks for School construction project.
$1,032,931.
City of Council Grove
Streetscape and pedestrian safety project along Main Street.
$1,880,000.
City of Herington
Safe Routes to School Phase II construction project.
$1,136,075.
City of Hillsboro
Orchard Drive hike/bike trail.
$525,100.
City of Linn
Pedestrian safety sidewalk project.
$1,407,957.
City of McPherson
McPherson Avenue A Trail Phase III.
$849,913.60.
City of Phillipsburg
Sidewalks and crosswalk project to school.
$763,124.
USD 270-Plainville.
Safe Routes to School implementation project.
$853,991.
City of Altamont
Pedestrian connections to school and food retail.
$1,528,469.
City of Burlington
Sixth Street prefabricated pedestrian bridge.
$654,256.
City of Girard
Pedestrian transportation facilities to connect vital services to residents.
$633,277.
City of Iola
US-54 multimodal project.
$4,236,812.
City of Pittsburg
Meadowlark Elementary School Safe Routes to School.
$286,400.
City of Augusta
Pedestrian bridge over the Whitewater River on Redbud Rail Trail.
$560,000.
City of Great Bend
Downtown Great Bend sidewalk repair and accessibility improvements.
$800,000.
City of Greensburg
Greensburg connecting sidewalks.
$342,548.
City of Hutchinson
Downtown Hutchinson pedestrian safety and access improvements.
$908,800.
City of Larned
Safe Routes to School Phase II.
$850,400.
City of Sedgwick
Commercial Avenue pedestrian access and streetscape improvements.
$215,384.80.
City of South Hutchinson
South Hutchinson pedestrian connectivity project.
$273,600.
City of Ulysses
Kepley Middle School crossing.
$400,475.
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