Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced the awards, describing the Transportation Alternatives program as federal support for active transportation and for qualifying scenic and historic improvements. KDOT said it evaluated 40 applications and selected projects based on program criteria including safety countermeasures, readiness and need, population size, and geographic distribution, as well as data tied to its Vulnerable Road User Safety Assessment Tool.
KDOT also highlighted that safety and accessibility for people who walk, bike, or roll are priorities for the program, noting that the Highway Safety Improvement Program is investing $6 million toward this round. The next call for projects is expected to open in spring 2028.
For project details and a map of locations, KDOT directs residents to its Transportation Alternatives program page.