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17 Local Projects: 1. MPOs and RPOs will receive CMAQ candidate projects from project sponsors (e.g. MPOs, regional transportation authorities, city officials, etc.) in all non- attainment and CMAQ eligible regions of the state. 2. MPOs and RPOs should prioritize all CMAQ projects based on: • Air Quality emissions benefits • MPO's and RPO's priorities • Cost of construction 3. The MPOs and RPOs will select and submit the highest ranked project(s) for their area to the Systems Planning Unit of Transportation Planning Branch, NCDOT. Cost of the project(s) must be within the target allocation for the individual WO or RPO. Proposed implementation schedule for each project should be included. 4. CMAQ Review Committee will discuss the top ranked CMAQ projects and make recommendations to the NCDOT Secretary and the Board of Transportation for their approval. CMAQ Review Committee Members include: • NCDOT (TPB & Program Development Branch) • NCDENR (Division of Air Quality) • FHWA • FTA • MPO Association President • RPO Association President 5, CMAQ Review Committee Members will recommend projects based on eligibility rules, emissions benefits, cast, and other applicable criteria 6. The Program Development Branch of NCDOT will include the project(s) in the TIP according to the WO and RPO target allocations. T The Program Development Branch of NCDOT will handle all invoicing and payments. CMAQ Application Process Project sponsors will submit the CMAQ application (available on line) and project information to the MPO's and RPO's TCC and TAC Chairpersons for the local projects and to the Systems Planning Unit of Transportation Planning Branch ( NCDOT) for the Statewide projects. The following information should be included in the application: • Identify the county where the project is located