INDIANAPOLIS (February 19, 2025) - The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) Transportation Policy Committee has awarded $80.1 million to fund 26 key projects across Central Indiana. These projects aim to improve regional connectivity, enhance road safety, promote cleaner air, and preserve essential infrastructure addressing the diverse needs of local communities while supporting the region’s rapidly growing population and economy.

The process of receiving IMPO-managed funding is highly competitive. During a call-for-projects, local public agencies (typically cities, towns, counties, and transit organizations) choose projects to submit for consideration by completing a data-driven application and committing to locally fund a portion of the project cost. During this call-for-projects, 19 local public agencies across Central Indiana submitted 53 project applications totaling $192 million in requested funds.

Applications were sorted by their requested funding category and ranked based on their score from the approved selection criteria. IMPO staff then recommends projects based on the resource allocation goals of the region’s long-range transportation plan, the CIRCLE 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). The funding awards are approved by the MPO’s Transportation Policy Committee, which is made up of 36 agencies and reflects a commitment to regional planning and consensus building.

In announcing the funding, IMPO Director Anna Gremling emphasized the essential role transportation plays in the region’s growth, saying, “Central Indiana is rapidly expanding in size, population, and economic activity. Our transportation needs are evolving just as quickly. Investing in a comprehensive, multi-modal, and safe transportation system is vital to keeping Central Indiana a vibrant, innovative place to live, work, and do business.” Gremling highlighted the challenges of meeting these increasing demands, noting, “The need for transportation improvements far exceeds our available resources. This makes it essential to prioritize projects that maximize impact, strengthen communities, and align with our long-term regional goals.”

The award list below includes 26 projects from 12 local public agencies, amounting to $64.8 million in funds awarded for construction in SFY 2028. The attached recommendation also features 2 Transportation Alternatives (TA) projects, totaling $15.3 million in awarded funds for construction in SFY 2029 and SFY 2030. These timelines provide agencies with the necessary time for design development and regulatory assessments. The funds listed represent IMPO’s contribution to the costs of the construction phase. Local agencies supply additional funding to match and cover all expenses for preliminary engineering and right-of-way phases.

BRIDGE PROJECTS

• Indianapolis - Raymond St over Bean Creek Bridge - $10,435,715

Rehabilitate the bridge by repairing the substructures, replacing the bridge deck, and building new bridge rails and barrier-separated 8' shared-use paths along both bridge edges to replace the current bike lanes.

INTERSECTION PROJECTS

• Bargersville – 144 & 135 Roundabout - $2,039,280

Installation of a roundabout at the intersection of SR 135 & SR 144 and Old Plank Road.

• Brownsburg - E 300 N & N 900 E Intersection Improvement - $2,044,196

Conversion of an existing all-way stop intersection to a single-lane roundabout. The project includes safety enhancements to reduce vehicle-pedestrian conflicts and adds multi-use paths for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Hamilton County - 113th St & Olio Rd Roundabout - $3,788,423

Transform a non-signalized three-way intersection into a contemporary multilane roundabout.

• Hamilton County - 146th St. & Marilyn Rd Traffic Signal/Lane Upgrade - $897,600

Replace the current signals and adjust the mainline left turn lanes at this location. Install four-section flashing yellow arrow signal heads to facilitate protected/permissive operation and incorporate a pedestrian refuge island along mainline 146th St. All existing signal equipment will be replaced and upgraded to comply with current PROWAG guidelines.

• Indianapolis - 71st & Dean Rd Roundabout - $1,530,400

71st Street and Dean Road Intersection Improvement, construction of a roundabout. Construction of sidewalks around the roundabout with ADA curb ramps, stormwater improvements, utility relocation, and right-of-way acquisition.

• Noblesville - 141st & Howe Roundabout - $2,002,400

The project will reconstruct a 4-way stop intersection to a single lane roundabout with multi-use trail facilities around all legs.

• Noblesville - Carrigan Rd & Little Chicago Rd Roundabout - $1,633,915

The existing T-intersection of Carrigan Road and Little Chicago Road consists of single-lane approaches with channelized right-turn lanes for the south and west approaches. Installing a single-lane roundabout will not only serve as a traffic calming measure but also reduce driver confusion and eliminate the right-angle turn movements that contribute to the most severe crashes.

• Plainfield - Quaker Blvd & CR 750 S Roundabout - $4,369,200

This project will build a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of Quaker Boulevard and CR 750 S. It will include pedestrian crossings, in alignment with the Town's Sidewalk and Trail Masterplan.

• Westfield - 169th & Oak Ridge Rd Roundabout - $2,482,876

Reconstruct the existing 4-way stop intersection at 169th Street and Oak Ridge Road to a roundabout intersection with curb and gutter, multi-use pedestrian path, and storm sewer.

• Whiteland - Whiteland & Sawmill Roundabout - $1,428,800

Improvement of the inter2 1section with a roundabout at Whiteland and Sawmill Road.

EXPANSION PROJECTS

• Greenwood - Smith Valley Rd from Browning to US 31 - $4,012,693

This project will involve reconstructing and widening Smith Valley Road within the project limits (Browning Drive to a point approximately 345 feet west of US 31). Features will include two through lanes in each direction, a two-way left turn lane (TWLTL) or a raised center median, curbs and gutters, a new storm sewer, and multi-use paths on both sides of the roadway. A midblock pedestrian crossing with a refuge area, pavement markings, and rectangular rapid flashing beacons at Ashmore Drive for direct connection and access to Greenwood's Tracy Trail have also been included.

• Johnson County - Smith Valley Rd from Peterman to Restin Rd - $5,500,000

The Existing Smith Valley Road (from east of the Peterman Rd intersection to west of the Restin Rd intersection) will be widened from two lanes to four lanes with a potential median island. It will include a 6-ft sidewalk and a 10-ft multiuse path, along with ADA-compliant ramps at all legs of the roundabout and across side-street approaches. A roundabout will also be constructed at the Silverleaf Drive intersection.

TRANSIT PROJECTS

• CIRTA - Commuter Connect Program - $1,355,308

The Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority (CIRTA) is proposing continued Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funding for the rideshare program Commuter Connect. Commuter Connect works with employers, employees, schools and others to promote available, sustainable commuting options, primarily carpooling and vanpooling.

• IndyGo – Bus Replacements - $8,688,229

The replacement of existing vehicles that have reached their useful life will help IndyGo maintain its fleet in good repair with timely replacements and new diesel hybrid buses. The Carbon Reduction Program (CR) portion of this project is federally funded.

ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS

• Hamilton County - Steven Nation Community Pathway Phase 2 - $3,127,925

This project is Phase 2 of the Steven Nation Community Pathway, as planned in the 2016 North Hamilton County Trail Master Plan. The southern terminus for this 10ft wide asphalt trail is at the north end of Potters Bridge over the White River. The northern terminus will be at the southeast corner of Cumberland Road and 234th Street, connecting to the existing Phase 1 trail. A trailhead is proposed in the the northwest corner of Cumberland Road and 234th Street to serve users of both the Phase 1 and Phase 2 trails.

• Indianapolis – Monon Bridge over 86^th Street - $7,081,600

The project will provide a fully separated pedestrian crossing for users of the Monon Trail to cross 86th Street. The project aims to enhance safety in the pedestrian and bike network and reduce potential points of conflict between vehicular users and pedestrians and cyclists. This project will receive federal funding for construction in 2030.

• Indianapolis – Nickle Plate Bridge over 82^nd Street - $5,974,320

The bridge will provide a fully separated pedestrian crossing for users of the Nickel Plate Trail (NPT) to safely cross 82nd Street, a 6-lane arterial with an AADT of 40,000-43,000 vehicles per day. This project, which is federally funded, aims to enhance safety in the pedestrian and bike network and reduce potential points of conflict between vehicular users, pedestrians, and cyclists.

• Indianapolis - Bike Share Expansion - $1,511,850

The goal of this grant application is to reduce emissions through two main components: expanding the footprint of the Pacers Bikeshare system to offer more people access to a reliable and affordable transportation option, and increasing the total number of e-bikes available to enhance the convenience and reliability of the overall system. These improvements are expected to boost both ridership and trips within the bikeshare system, thereby replacing automobile trips and their associated emissions with these trips. This project is federally funded.

• Indianapolis - Eagle Creek Greenway - Phase 3 - $8,254,400

The Eagle Creek Greenway Phase 3 is a 0.71-mile extension from Washington Street to the existing greenway at W. McCarty St. in Indianapolis, Indiana, Marion County. This final section connects the current Eagle Creek Greenway phases to the established Eagle Creek Greenways to the north and south, creating a 16.71-mile Greenway from the southwest side of Indianapolis to the north side of Eagle Creek Regional Park. This project is set to receive federal funding for construction in 2029.

OTHER PROJECTS

• Indianapolis - Advanced Traffic Management Systems

Indianapolis will install four cloud-based Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS). These systems will allow the Department to monitor, diagnose, and modify traffic signals remotely along the corridor. The ATMS will also have an adaptive feature that allows it to automatically adjust and improve signal performance. These systems will be added to the City's existing cloud-based ATMS, forming an ever-expanding connected network of traffic signals throughout the city.

• Post Rd Advanced Traffic Management System - $49,600

This project will add a cloud-based Advance Traffic Management System (ATMS) to North Post Rd. from 10th St to 36th St. containing 8 traffic signals.

• South Emerson Advanced Traffic Management System - $220,000

This project will introduce a cloud-based Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) on Emerson Ave from County Line Rd to Victory Dr, featuring 14 traffic signals.

• South Madison Advanced Traffic Management System - $86,400

This project will implement a cloud-based Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) on South Madison Ave., extending from County Line Rd. to Mills Ave. and featuring 13 traffic signals.

• North Meridian Advanced Traffic Management System - $43,200

This project will add a cloud-based Advance Traffic Management System (ATMS) to North Meridian St. from 64th St to 93rd St containing 7 traffic signals.

• Indianapolis - Knozone Awareness Program - $320,000

Knozone is an education program serving the MPO area of Central Indiana. It is part of the City’s Office of Sustainability, which works to make Indianapolis one of the most sustainable cities in the Midwest. Good air quality is a vital component of that mission. Knozone provides outreach and education to constituents, businesses, and schools in the Indianapolis MPO area about air quality actions, multi-modal transportation options, and energy efficiency programs that reduce air pollution and improve air quality.

• Johnson County - School Zone Flasher Project - $1,259,280

Install approximately 36 solar-powered school zone flasher assemblies at 13 school locations in the unincorporated areas of Johnson County. Once this project is completed, all schools in Johnson County, including those in towns and cities, will benefit from improved school zone flashers.

About MPO Funding:

Federal law requires each urbanized area with a population of 50,000 or more to have an MPO, and the MPO planning process is necessary to receive certain federally allocated funds for transportation improvements. Each year, the IMPO allocates federal transportation funding from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), which is passed through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). This funding is distributed to local public agencies (cities, towns, counties, and transit organizations) by the IMPO to support transportation improvement projects (roads, bridges, trails, transit, etc.) in the IMPO’s planning area.

For more information about the IMPO and its planning, data, funding, and road safety initiatives, visit indympo.gov.

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About the IMPO:

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) is Central Indiana’s federally designated regional planning organization. The IMPO develops short- and long-range plans to support local governments and advance the region’s goals in transportation, housing, safety, sustainability, and other quality-of-life issues. The IMPO also tracks and distributes certain transportation funds to local governments in the region for roads, transit, trails, and other means of moving people and goods around Central Indiana. Our planning region includes almost 1,500 square miles, 36 jurisdictions, and approximately 1.78 million residents.