How does the C-PCMPO select projects to include in the LRTP or TIP?
Projects are evaluated and prioritized based on the planning factors outlined in TEA-21 (the federal transportation funding authorization bill). C-PCMPO policies encouraging alternative modes of transportation and local jurisdictional priorities. Projects are also given additional consideration if they are part of the Columbus Congestion Management System (CMS). The CMS was developed to identify, implement and evaluate cost-effective transportation projects to alleviate known congestion areas.