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DRAFT 20102013 STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM <br />20Project Readiness for C-STIP Bridge Projects <br />Projects that can begin construction within the timeframe of the STIP are considered to be more <br />ready. The overall judgment of a project's readiness is dependent on timely completion of neces- <br />sary pre-construction steps and not on the number of steps to be completed. <br />a1Leverage and Public Benefit for C-STIP Bridge Projects <br />ACTs, MPOs and regional or statewide advisory groups should evaluate how proposed projects <br />leverage additional funding or collateral community benefits and make wise and efficient use of <br />infrastructure and natural resources. Examples of leverage and public benefits for C-STIP bridge <br />replacement/rehabilitation projects include: <br />• Other funding contributions, such as additional federal funds, local matching funds or <br />provision of project right-of--way, private funding. <br />• Bundling with other infrastructure projects (provided there is no adverse affect on project <br />readiness). <br />• Environmental enhancement, such as culvert replacement and improved drainage or fish <br />passage. <br />• Direct benefits to multiple modes of travel, advancement of modal choice and intermodal <br />activities. This would include local efforts to accommodate non-auto modal opportuni- <br />ties. <br />• Improvements in Oregon's economy by addressing transportation challenges including <br />improving service delivery. <br />Page 219 <br />