County Approval to Apply for $10M Traffic Safety Grant

Original title: Request Board approval to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY25 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant requesting up to $10,000,000 for purchase and installation of safety equipment for traffic signals including Connecting Vehicle (CV) Road Side Units, Intersection Movement Cameras (IMCs), CCTV Cameras, and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs) throughout the County. Countywide (John Slot, Public Works Director)

June 10, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This action authorizes the county to seek $10,000,000 in federal funding to upgrade traffic signal infrastructure, which will impact the installation of new safety cameras and vehicle communication systems countywide.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Public Works Department

The department is responsible for the procurement and installation of the traffic signal equipment if the grant is awarded.

County residents

Residents will experience the installation and operation of new traffic signal safety technology across the county.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 10, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

The Board of County Commissioners has approved a request to apply for a $10 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. If awarded, the funds will be used to install new safety technology and equipment at traffic signals across the county.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this grant?

The grant is intended to fund the purchase and installation of safety equipment for traffic signals, including cameras and vehicle communication units.

How much money is the county asking for?

The county is requesting up to $10,000,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Where will this equipment be installed?

The equipment is planned for installation at traffic signals throughout the county.

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Focus on Smart Infrastructure

The inclusion of CV Road Side Units and IMCs indicates a shift toward integrating 'smart' vehicle-to-infrastructure communication technology into the county's traffic management system.

Board of County Commissioners Public Works Department