2026 Project Prioritization Process
The Prioritized Project List contains a list of unfunded highway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian projects that have been prioritized for funding. The list is updated annually, allowing local governments to plan for the funding and implementation of projects in their respective communities. Priorities are based on established criteria such as traffic volumes, environmental impacts, and available matching local funds.
Process
1
Project Development
Each jurisdiction shares their transportation needs and projects for which they plan to seeking State and/or Federal funding.
HRTPO staff will review and recommend the best path for that particular need.
2
Prepare Applications
If it's determined a project is a good candidate for one of the competitive grant programs, an application should be prepared by the jurisdiction.
HRTPO staff are available to provide preliminary review, prepare location maps, or provide other support as needed.
3
Submit Applications
Applications should be submitted to HRTPO or FDOT following the Submission Guide. Projects submitted will be evaluated based on the HRTPO Evaluation Criteria and grant program guidelines.
A ranked Priority Project list will be presented to the HRTPO Board for adoption in June 2026.
Project Development
By January 3, 2026
Please share transportation needs and projects for which your jurisdiction plans to seek State and/or Federal funding.
HRTPO staff will review and recommend the best path for that particular need.
Please use this form or email mmcdaniel@cfrpc.org to share transportation needs and projects for which your jurisdiction plans to seek State and/or Federal funding.
Grant Programs
Small-Scale Non-Capacity Facilities for Non-Motorized Users
Transportation Alternatives (TA)
Smaller-scale transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities, recreational trails, safe routes to school projects, community improvements such as historic preservation and vegetation management, and environmental mitigation related to stormwater and habitat connectivity.
Deadline to Submit:
March 31, 2026
How to Submit:
Send to HRTPO staff (mmcdaniel@cfrpc.org) for initial review by March 17 & submit to FDOT's GAP Portal by March 31
Required Documents:
Transportation Alternatives FDOT Application; Engineer Cost Estimate spreadsheet; and HRTPO Supplemental Form
Send to HRTPO staff for initial review & submit to the FDOT D1 Liaison
County Incentive Grant Program
CIGP provides grants to counties to improve transportation facilities, including transit facilities, which are located on the State Highway System (SHS) or that relieves traffic congestion on the SHS.
Deadline to Submit:
March 31, 2026
How to Submit:
Send to HRTPO staff (mmcdaniel@cfrpc.org) for initial review by March 17 & submit to the FDOT D1 Liaison (edith.perez@dot.state.fl.us) by March 31
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; Letter of Application
Rural Resurfacing (Counties)
Small County Outreach Program (SCOP)
SCOP is available to assist small county governments in repairing or rehabilitating county bridges, paving unpaved roads, addressing road-related drainage improvements, resurfacing or reconstructing county roads, or constructing capacity safety improvements on county roads. Funds are available to counties that have a population of 200,000 or less.
Deadline to Submit:
March 25, 2026
How to Submit:
FDOT's GAP Portal
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; SCOP Supplemental Information Form
Small-scale Operational Improvements
Congestion Management (CMS)
Projects to improve traffic operations and safety by using strategies to reduce travel demand or implement operational improvements. They typically improve travel conditions through the use of low-cost improvements or strategies, which can be implemented in a relatively short timeframe (within 5 – 10 years) compared to more traditional capacity improvements, such as adding travel lanes.
Deadline to Submit:
March 31, 2026
How to Submit:
Send to HRTPO staff (mmcdaniel@cfrpc.org) for initial review by March 17 & submit to FDOT's GAP Portal by March 31
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; Engineer Cost Estimate spreadsheet; and HRTPO Supplemental Form
Rural Resurfacing
Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP)
SCRAP assists small county governments in resurfacing and reconstructing county roads. Funds are available to counties that have a population of 75,000 or less per the 1990 US Census data.
Deadline to Submit:
March 25, 2026
How to Submit:
FDOT's GAP Portal
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; SCRAP Supplemental Information Form
Improve Regional Roads
Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP)
TRIP provides funding to improve regionally significant transportation facilities by providing incentives for local governments and the private sector to help pay for critically needed projects that benefit regional travel and commerce.
Deadline to Submit:
March 31, 2026
How to Submit:
Send to HRTPO staff (mmcdaniel@cfrpc.org) for initial review by March 17 & submit to FDOT's GAP Portal by March 31
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; TRIP Supplemental Form
Rural Resurfacing (Municipalities)
Small County Outreach Program for Municipalities (SCOP-M)
SCOP for “Municipalities” is available to Rural Areas of Opportunity designated under Section 288.0656(7)(a), Florida Statutes (F.S.). The transportation facility must be publicly owned and maintained by the municipality. Funds are available to assist in the repair and rehabilitation of bridges, paving unpaved roads; addressing road-related drainage improvements; resurfacing or reconstruction of roads and constructing safety improvements to roads.
Deadline to Submit:
March 25, 2026
How to Submit:
FDOT's GAP Portal
Required Documents:
District 1 Project Application; SCOP Supplemental Information Form
Ongoing Priorities of the HRTPO
The list below includes HRTPO prioritized projects that will be carried forward as ongoing priorities of the HRTPO.
Year Submitted | Jurisdiction | Project | Project Phase (Design) | Project Phase (Construction) | FDOT Project Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 | DeSoto | SW Kingsway Circle from SW Egret Circle to SW Egret Circle | Complete | 2026 | 4443241 |
2017 | DeSoto | SE Maple Dr from N Hillsborough to SE West Ave | Complete | 2027 | 4463081 |
2018 | DeSoto | SW Kingsway Circle from East Egret Circle to CR 769 | Complete | 2027 | 4463951 |
2019 | DeSoto | CR 760 From US 17 To SW Aster Ave | Complete | 2026 | 4442061 |
2019 | DeSoto | SE West Avenue from SE Maple Drive to SE Esmeralda Drive | Complete | 2026 | 4442071 |
2017 | Hardee | West Main Street from Hanchey Road to W of Florida Ave | Complete | 2026 | 4447731 |
2017 | Hardee | MLK Jr Ave From Snell St To Carlton St | Unfunded | Unfunded | 4521761 |
2023 | Hardee | Martin Luther King Jr Ave from South Rd to Carlton St | Unfunded | Unfunded | 4521761 |
2017 | Hardee | SR 636 (E Main St) From First Ave to Griffin Rd | Complete | 2028 | 4449491 |
2017 | Hardee | SR 636 (E Main St) From Griffin Rd to Riverside Dr | Complete | 2028 | 4449521 |
2017 | Hendry | NW Raintree Blvd from E Cowboy Way (CR 80a) To Cedarwood Parkway | Complete | 2026 | 4420241 |
2017 | Hendry | Forrey Dr From Cowboy Way to Sr 80 | 2026 | 2028 | 4484191 |
2018 | Hendry | NE Raintree Blvd from Cedarwood Parkway to East Cowboy Way | Complete | 2028 | 4443221 |
2020 | Hendry | Cowboy Way From SR 80 To East of Amanda St | - | 2029 | 4463071 |
2020 | Hendry | Harlem Academy Blvd from 12th St to 13th St | 2028 | 2030 | 4484201 |
2021 | Hendry | 11th St from Mississippi Ave to Harlem Academy Blvd | 2026 | 2028 | 4484181 |
2021 | Hendry | CR 835 From Hookers Point Rd to Davidson Rd | 2026 | 2028 | 4484251 |
2022 | Hendry | Carolina Avenue/10th Terr | 2027 | 2029 | 4495421 |
2022 | Hendry | Port Labelle at Various Locations | Unfunded | Unfunded | 4495431 |
2022 | Hendry | Birchwood Pkwy from Cowboy Way to Sr 80 | 2027 | 2029 | 4495491 |
2023 | Hendry | SE Raintree Blvd from Cowboy Way to Cedarwood Parkway | 2029 | 2031 | 4535011 |
2024 | Hendry | Cedarwood Pkwy from Raintree Blvd to Cowboy Way | 2028 | 2030 | 4549861 |
2015 | Hendry | Ft Thompson Ave from S 29/Bridge St to SR 80/Hickopochee Ave | Complete | 2027 | 4380671 |
2020 | Highlands | E O Douglas Ave from MLK Jr Blvd to School St | Unfunded | Unfunded | 4463011 |
2017 | Highlands | S Sun 'N Lakes Blvd from Us 27 To Moon Glow Ave | 2027 | 2029 | 4496721 |
2017 | Highlands | SR 17 From Home Ave to Arbuckle Creek Rd | 2027 | 2029 | 4496741 |
2020 | Highlands | Catfish Creek Rd from Tuomey Ct to West Interlake Blvd | 2026 | 2028 | 4484211 |
2020 | Highlands | Cemetery Rd from MLK Jr Blvd To School St | 2026 | 2028 | 4484221 |
2020 | Highlands | Desoto Rd From Phil Lane to Desoto City Rd | 2026 | 2028 | 4484231 |
2020 | Highlands | School St From EO Douglas Ave To Cemetery Rd | 2026 | 2028 | 4484241 |
2020 | Highlands | Catfish Creek Rd From Tuomey Ct To Catfish Creek Rd Bridge | 2029 | 2031 | 4496471 |
2022 | Highlands | W Stryker Rd Phase I From Morningside Rd To US 27 | 2027 | 2029 | 4495441 |
2022 | Highlands | W Stryker Rd Phase II From Hartman Rd To Morningside Rd | 2027 | 2029 | 4495442 |
2022 | Highlands | Home Ave From Sebring Pkwy to Sage Crest Dr | 2027 | 2029 | 4495501 |
2022 | Highlands | Scenic Highway from Lakeview Dr to Sebring Pkwy | 2027 | 2029 | 4495821 |
HRTPO Request for Transportation Priorities from FDOT
Request for SCOP-M Priorities from FDOT
Engineers Cost Estimate for SCOP, SCOP-M, SCRAP
Required for SCOP, SCOP-M, SCRAP
Rural Roadway Assistance Application
Required for SCOP, SCOP-M, SCRAP
District One Project Application
Required for CM, TRIP, and CIGP
HRTPO Supplemental Form
Required for TA and CM
Transportation Alternatives Application
Required for TA
Transportation Alternatives Engineer Cost Estimate
Required for TA
TRIP Supplemental Form
Required for TRIP
2026 Basis of Estimates Manual
A helpful resource to develop cost estimates for a project
CIGP Letter of Application
Required for CIGP
GAP Help Guide
If you needs access to GAP, request an account through the GAP system