So, for a small local project seeking minimum threshold waiver, it seems that the mayors signature is the only one needed?
Yes, a signature from either the governor, mayor, or other chief executive, as appropriate, is required under Section 1511. If the mayor is the most appropriate signature for the certification, then this satisfies the requirement of Section 1511. For your information, Section 1511 certifications for FHWA and FTA projects may be covered by a certification by the governor if the project is on the STIP, but if the project is not on the STIP, which this one may not be, then the mayor’s signature would satisfy the Section 1511 requirement.