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Bend MPO policy board backs federal 'Basics Act' in 3–0 vote with ODOT abstaining
Summary
The Bend MPO policy board voted to send a letter to the congressional delegation supporting the proposed Bridges and Safety Infrastructure for Community Success (Basics) Act; vote recorded as 3 in favor with one abstention by the ODOT representative, citing ODOT policy not to take legislative stances.
Staff briefed the policy board on a multiyear federal surface‑transportation proposal known as the Basics Act and asked for approval to send a letter of support to the congressional delegation.
Tyler Deakey summarized provisions the coalition highlights: increased targeted safety funding, more bridge funding with a larger share accessible to cities and counties, higher funding for local projects via the STBG program…
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