$22.5 million infrastructure bill funds south-central Wisconsin transportation projects

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation (BIL) is offering about $22.5 million for 25 initiatives throughout Wisconsin this yr in areas with populations above 50,000, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Division of Transportation introduced Friday.

This cash will fund initiatives in two locations in Rock County and two in Dane County, NBC15′s viewing space!

“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation gives a once-in-a-generation alternative to construct on our dedication to repair Wisconsin roads and transfer our transportation system ahead,” Gov. Evers mentioned.

“I’m excited to proceed constructing on our work with these extra federal funds that can assist speed up our work and supply extra choices for protected and environment friendly journey for people throughout our state,” Evers continued.

The BIL beforehand introduced $35 million in funding for initiatives in areas with fewer than 50,000 in 2019. Since then, the WisDOT has improved upwards of 4,600 miles of roads together with 1,700 regionally owned roads, WisDOT mentioned

This spherical of BIL funding was distributed based mostly on inhabitants areas outlined by the census, WisDOT mentioned.

The entire initiatives are reviewed, ranked and picked by Wisconsin’s Metropolitan Planning Organizations and Transportation Administration Areas after which permitted by the DOT. The funds will go to 2 counties, one city, 4 villages and 15 cities.

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