The Regional Transportation Operations and Technology set-aside funds deployment of technology, tools and coordinated system procedures. These improvements assist public agency staff with the management of the multimodal transportation system. The Regional Transportation Operations and Technology Strategic Plan describes a vision of transportation systems across the region that are interconnected and collaboratively operated safely and reliably for all system users.
The goals of the strategic plan are to provide:
- Safe operations: operational improvements to reduce crashes and achieve zero fatalities.
- Efficient, seamless travel: systems interconnected across jurisdictions and modes operated cooperatively.
- Travel time reliability: multimodal travel times monitored and managed cooperatively.
- Equitable access: all travelers have access to safe and reliable mobility options.
- Environmental sustainability: reduce energy consumption and harmful emissions.
A list of 20 strategic initiatives is also identified in the strategic plan, which is subdivided into three priority groups for implementation.
Fiscal year 2027-2028 call for projects
The current Transportation Improvement Program identifies approximately $8 million in federal funds for deployment of transportation operations and technology projects for fiscal years 2027 and 2028. Additional funding may become available due to project savings.
Step 1: Pre-application workshop and letter of interest
A mandatory online application workshop is scheduled for April 16, 2026, via Zoom. Following the workshop, interested applicants should submit a letter of interest that includes contact information, a project description and estimated project cost.
DRCOG staff will review the letters of interest and, if needed, contact applicants to discuss the need for additional information or suggested changes. A letter of interest forum, open to project applicants and stakeholders, will be held on May 20, 2026, hosted at the City of Lakewood. The forum’s purpose is to transparently discuss the proposed projects, giving stakeholders the opportunity to ensure the proposed project appropriately advances the region’s strategic plan.
Step 2: Full application
Based on the results of the letter of interest forum, select project sponsors will be invited to apply. Applications are due 5 p.m., July 10.