The Missouri Department of Transportation is making federal money available for projects that enhance the state’s transportation experience. 

The MoDOT Central District has $2.6 million available for community based projects that enhance travel by improving cultural, historic, aesthetic, and environmental aspects of the state road system.

The $2.6 million cannot be used for highway construction.

Projects have to be construction ready with all final plans, specs, and estimate approvals complete by October 1^st of 2011.  Plans can include items such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities, streetscape improvements, or crosswalks.

Local non-profits and government agencies have until Thursday, September 30^th, to apply for part of the $2.6 million in funding.