Meeting Type: BCC Regular Meeting
Meeting Date: 4/21/2026
Item Status: New
From: Frank Lundy, P.E., County Engineer
Mark Acreman, P.E., Assistant County Engineer
Seth Peterson, P.E., Pre-Construction Manager
Submitted by: John Sedlack, Project Coordinator
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ITEM TITLE
Title
FY 2027 Transportation Alternatives Program - Application for Extension of Eastern Shore Trail along County Road 1
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Take the following actions:
1) Approve Highway Department staff to prepare and submit an application for the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation Alternatives Program to request federal funding for the extension of the Eastern Shore Trail along County Road 1; and
2) Adopt Resolution #2026-078 and authorize the Chairman to send a letter to the Alabama Department of Transportation advising of Baldwin County’s intent to apply for federal funds for the construction of the project; and
3) Approve the Chairman to sign any other award or reporting documents as needed.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Title
Recommendation
Background: The FY 2027 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) application deadline is May 29, 2026. The total amount that a project sponsor can apply for is $1,000,000.00 ($800,000.00 federal and $200,000.00 local match). The Highway Department will evaluate the proposed scope and limits for the project submittal.
Previous Commission action/date: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Total cost of recommendation: Local match of all costs over $800,000.00 (if awarded).
Budget line item(s) to be used: N/A
If this is not a budgeted expenditure, does the recommendation create a need for funding? If awarded, matching funds will be requested for FY 2027 Budget approval.
LEGAL IMPACT
Is legal review necessary for this staff recommendation and related documents?
N/A
Reviewed/approved by: N/A
Additional comments: N/A
ADVERTISING REQUIREMENTS
Is advertising required for this recommendation? N/A
If the proof of publication affidavit is not attached, list the reason: N/A
FOLLOW UP IMPLEMENTATION
For time-sensitive follow up, select deadline date for follow up: N/A
Individual(s) responsible for follow up: Administration - Place letter of intent on Commission letterhead and have Chairman sign along with resolution. Courier both original documents to Highway staff (John Sedlack) for inclusion into the application packet.
Action required (list contact persons/addresses if documents are to be mailed or emailed): N/A
Additional instructions/notes: N/A