The 2024-2027 Indianapolis Regional Transportation Improvement Program (IRTIP) was approved by the IMPO Transportation Policy Committee on April 19, 2023. The document is now moving through the state and federal approval processes after which the document will formally be adopted. A list of projects can be found via our MiTIP platform by navigating to the IRITP amendments tab and selecting Amendment Number 24 (the 24-27 TIP).

The TIP, which is prepared bi-annually and amended quarterly as needed, documents the federally funded transportation improvements proposed for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Area. The 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) provides the planning support for the projects programmed in the IRTIP. A key objective of the IRTIP is to assist local governments in providing a coordinated transportation system for citizens in this area by ensuring that the limited federal funds available to the area are spent on projects that provide the greatest benefit consistent with the Metropolitan Transportation Plan.

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In August of 2020, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) signed an agreement with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to exchange the IMPO’s annual allocation of Federal transportation program funds for State funds to fund regionally significant transportation projects in the Indianapolis Regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP documents the Federally funded transportation improvements proposed for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) over a four-year period. This program is known as the Federal Funds Exchange Program and its policies will affect all future project calls for the IRTIP.

Local public agencies may learn more about the Federal Funds Exchange Program by viewing the program’s guidance document. The guidance document outlines the policies and procedures required for participation in the program in relation to the ITRIP call-for-projects including our quarterly tracking policy. The policies and procedures are the result of collaboration between the IMPO, the Transportation Technical and Policy Committees, INDOT, and feedback from local public agencies.

LPAs may also wish to review a short overview presentation of the guidance document. Recordings of the guidance document training held in August 2021 are also available. LPAs may view the full training recording or view sections of the training including a program overview, application requirements, project costs, project management, and the Q&A session.

On February 24, 2021 the U.S. Department of Transportation issued implementation guidance on the $9.8 billion in supplemental Highway Infrastructure Program (HIP) funds apportioned to state departments of transportation by the Coronavirus, Response, and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA). The legislation provided additional funds through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to address the significant impacts of COVID-19 on the nation’s transportation systems.

The State of Indiana was allocated $236,385,835 in CRRSAA funds and the Indianapolis MPO’s urbanized area was allocated $13,398,652 of those funds. These funds are available for obligation immediately and are available for obligation until September 30, 2024.

On June 2, 2021 the IMPO Transportation Policy Committee adopted Resolution #21-IMPO-011 directing the MPO to apply the region’s allocation of CRRSAA funds to existing infrastructure projects scheduled for State fiscal year 2022. State fiscal year 2022 is heavily programmed with transportation projects and, therefore, this application of CRRSAA funds will allow more projects to be funded without delays. This application of CRRSAA funds is also intended to meet INDOT’s guidelines and promptly obligate funds to construction. IMPO staff will review funding availability in fiscal year 2022 after the completion of quarterly project tracking and project lettings. Staff will be able to provide a list of projects that will use CRRSAA funds once that is known.

On November 15, 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law. The Act reauthorizes several surface transportation programs for FY2023-FY2026 including the federal-aid highway program, transit programs, and highway-safety programs. The Act includes increased funding for existing programs including the core STBG, CMAQ, HSIP, and TAP federal transportation funding programs managed through the Transportation Improvement Program. The Act also expands project eligibility for some funding sources and includes new funding sources for a variety of project types that may be available to local public agencies. The IMPO will work with the IMPO Technical, Policy, and Executive Committees to determine the best use of the increased funding available. The IMPO will also monitor additional funding opportunities created by the Act and communicate opportunities to local public agencies.

Partner Resources

• FHWA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law landing page
• FTA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law landing page
• EPA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law landing page
• Transportation for America IIJA Presentation to IMPO and landing page
• Guidebook to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
• Fact Sheet: Competitive Infrastructure Funding Opportunities for Local Governments

Other Resources

• NACO Legislative Analysis for Counties
• AASHTO Comprehensive Analysis of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
• Full text - H.R.3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Policies, schedules, calculators, forms, and FAQ.

Recent amendments to the 2022 - 2025 IRTIP.

Formal amendments are significant changes to the TIP that require an opportunity for public review and comment and require approval by the IMPO's Transportation Policy Committee at a public hearing. This often includes adding new projects, deleting projects, or significant cost changes. For more information about what types of changes result in a TIP amendment review the Federal Funds Exchange Policy.

The are no currently proposed amendments. View the calendar for more information about upcoming public hearing dates. To submit comments in advance of the meeting please contact staff at info@indympo.org or 317-227-5108 or visit our offices at 200 East Washington Street, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

In accordance with Federal requirements, the MPO publishes its “Annual List of Obligated Projects” (ALOP) based on information provided by INDOT. The purpose of the report is to provide to the public, as well as State and local officials, information regarding federal spending on transportation projects within the Indianapolis region, along with a progress report and disclosure of project delivery occurring over a shorter planning period of only one year.

Modifications are minor changes to projects or the TIP that do not require the IMPO's Transportation Policy Committee's approval or public review. These include but are not limited to general editorial corrections; changes to projects that do not involve a significant change in the use of IMPO funds such as minor cost increases, moving fiscal years within the active years of the current TIP, minor scope changes that do not change the overall project impact or transportation conformity, or moving projects from the previous TIP into the current TIP. Modifications from the last 30 days are below. For more information about what types of changes result in a TIP amendment review the Federal Funds Exchange Policy.

Check out our clearing house for information and resources needed by local public agencies (LPA), including INDOT's ADA and Title VI information.

Among other tasks, the IMPO tracks and distributes funds through a program known as the Indianapolis Regional Transportation Improvement Program (IRTIP), or “TIP” for short. The TIP is a four-year plan for Central Indiana infrastructure. Depending on the type of project, the TIP tracks, schedules, and funds projects in Central Indiana based on regional priorities and cooperative input from communities throughout the area.

The TIP is a four-year schedule of transportation projects proposed by government and transportation agencies in the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Area using Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funds, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds, and Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) funds. In addition, other projects that are considered regionally significant (for air quality conformity purposes) are included, regardless of the funding source.

• Included - The TIP includes all projects using IMPO managed funds or any funds allocated to Central Indiana by the Federal government to support transportation infrastructure investment (roads, bridges, buses, trails, etc). These funds are generally “passed through” the State’s department of transportation.
• Included - The TIP includes all projects that are considered “regionally significant” for air quality purposes regardless of how they are funded. This includes projects like new interstate interchange or the widening of a major roadway that could significantly impact air quality by increasing single occupancy vehicle traffic. It may also include other air quality impact projects such as major transit improvements.
• Not included - Projects using non-IMPOmanaged funds (local taxes, state funds, etc.) that are not “regionally significant” are not included in the TIP. Most local projects will not be included in the TIP.

All projects in the TIP can be viewed on the IMPO’s online TIP database known as MiTIP (http:// mitip.indympo.org). Information from MiTIP may also be provided in other formats and languages for viewing online or in-person at our offices. For more information contact staff at info@indympo.org or 317 -227-5108 or visit our offices at 200 East Washington Street, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Transportation planning and design choices directly influence development patterns, travel mode choices, infrastructure costs, the health of natural resources, safety, and other community concerns. If you live or travel in Central Indiana, the projects in the TIP will affect you.

Transportation conformity refers to federal regulations that require MPOs to assess the impact of the projects contained in the TIP on the region’s air quality. The Indianapolis MPA lies within or partly within areas previously classified as non-attainment by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, but is currently designated as in attainment for both the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for Ozone (2008 & 2015 8-hour standard) and for fine particulate matter (PM 2.5). A requirement to report on transportation conformity for 30 years after achieving attainment status results in the current IRTIP being subject to a conformity determination.

The MPO currently monitors air quality for Ozone pollutants and reports on transportation conformity for the 9-county area including Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Marion Morgan and Shelby counties. In accordance with the 23 CFR part 450 and 40 CFR 51.390, an Interagency Consultation Group (ICG) been formed to oversee transportation conformity analysis, and public consultation is included in the review of the projects and transportation conformity analysis results. The ICG includes representatives from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the Madison County Council of Governments, the Columbus Area MPO, the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (DPW), the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), and others.

Check the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) page for information on IMPO's current conformity status for MTP and IRTIP adoptions and amendments.

To comment or submit feedback on part of the TIP, please submit via email to info@indympo.org, by mail to 200 East Washington Street, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204, or by phone to our voicemail line at 317-327-8601. For alternative formats, translation services, or accommodation needs for persons with disabilities, please call 317-327-5136 or visit our offices at 200 East Washington Street, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

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