2006-01-09 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop Meeting of La Porte City Council

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- - Program Guide Call of 2005 - 2006 with TxDOT staff prior to final submission of the nomination package. With an early review, the nominator is able to make adjustments for items that might be overlooked or underestimated or do not meet current standards and requirements. Basic design standards as well as ADA compliance must be considered in the development of the nomination as these important details can affect the overall budget of the project. Budgets approved by the commission are a fixed funding amount. If the budget is underestimated, the nominator wm be responsible for all additional cost. Early review with the District does not guarantee eligibility or selection, but it does give the nominator a better chance at having a well thought out and complete nomination package. It is important that the District review the supplemental information, attachments, and certifications in the nomination package. If any required information is missing or . insufficient, early submission gives the nominator an opportunity to complete the information that is needed. Nominations must be submitted to the District in which the candidate project is located. Incomplete packages will be considered ineligible. A nominating entity may prioritize enhancement projects nominated from within its jurisdiction. Letters or other evidence of support of the project must be included with the project nomination only. Limit attachments to no more than 10 pieces for each item requesting supplemental information. A discussion of the opportunity for public participation must be included in the nomination form. TxDOT strongly encourages nominating entities to obtain early community support. Support should be established prior to submitting the project nomination. It is through community support and involvement that projects are successful. Evidence of support for the candidate project must be in the form of a resolution or other official document from all governing bodies in the project area and submitted with the nomination form. Nominating entities that are proposing candidate projects calling for work in multiple metropolitan areas, cities or counties must provide copies of the nomination package to the presiding officials of the governmental bodies within the project area. All candidate nomination packages become the property of TxDOT and are subject to the Open Records Act. TxDOT strongly encourages the nominating entity to contact the local TxDOT District Enhancement Coordinator early for assistance in completing the nomination form. A list of TxDOT districts and coordinators is provided in Section D of this guide. 24 Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program