By Natalie Winters
Turlock Journal
The City of Turlock plans to improve bicycle and pedestrian projects around town garnered major support from the government in the form of a grant for more than $1 million, city officials announced.
Turlock has been selected to receive federal funding from its Active Transportation Program grant applications that are designed to improve biking and walking in the community. The total cost of the tentative projects is estimated at $1.5 million, with a majority of the costs provided through these ATP funds.
“Turlock is fortunate to have committed citizens and City staff that work tirelessly on the development of these transportation projects,” said Mayor Gary Soiseth. “Because of their hard work, Turlock is the only city in the county to receive these funds. The letters of support from citizens was key to obtaining these competitive grant funds and the city-wide input is greatly appreciated.”
The purpose of the ATP is to promote biking and walking trips, increase bicyclist and pedestrian safety, as well as improve health and air quality. The program is funded through a variety of federal and state funding sources. The City submitted two grant applications in June to the State of California as part of the competitive Active Transportation Program, Cycle 2. Applications are scored on their ability to meet the program objectives, their impact, proximity to schools and disadvantaged communities, as well as the cost effectiveness of the proposed solutions.
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