Kern COG director details funding bids, audit deadlines and grade separation application; consent agenda approved
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Summary
Kern COG's executive director reported on a $65 million CTC allocation for the 99–58 connector, a CMAQ application for roundabout funding, TDA audit deadlines (requested submission by March 17), grade separation application timelines, and logistic details for the regional awards ceremony; the consent agenda was approved by roll call.
Kern Council of Governments Executive Director reported to the Transportation Planning Policy Committee on Jan. 15 that the region is pursuing several funding opportunities while also pressing member agencies for timely audit and compliance materials.
“The baseline agreement for the 58 and 99 corridor was adopted by the CTC,” the executive director said, noting that the Commission’s action makes $65,000,000 available to complete the southbound 99 to westbound 58 connector. The report said the region and Caltrans are collaborating on that corridor and related corridor management planning.
The director described a $7,000,000 CMAQ contingency application submitted to support the 7th Standard Road and SR 43 roundabout project and said staff will continue to pursue federal and state grant opportunities. He also noted the grade separation application at Cherry Avenue in Shafter will be submitted by Feb. 6 and that staff has engaged the congressional office to support federal funding requests.
On administrative requirements, the executive director reminded members that TDA audit materials are due for collection and, with a state extension in place, asked jurisdictions to provide audit packages no later than March 17 so staff can complete reviews and secure reimbursements. Staff also distributed Form 700 guidance and asked members new to the board to complete required filing information to ensure reimbursement processing.
Regional awards: Kern COG will hold its regional awards ceremony March 5 at Seven Oaks Country Club; tickets cost $65 and reservations are due Feb. 16. The director asked members to RSVP early to avoid full tables and to coordinate with staff on seating.
Votes at a glance: the committee approved the consent agenda by motion and roll call during the meeting; the roll call is recorded in the meeting transcript. The consent vote was taken following standard procedure (motion, second, roll call). No public comments were given on the consent items when the public hearing was opened.
What’s next: staff will circulate timeline materials, grant and project links, and will follow up with jurisdictions on audit materials and requested presentation dates for corridor updates.
