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Federal Lands Highway Funds Federal Lands Highway Funds may be used to build bicycle and pedestrian facilities in conjunction with roads and parkways at the discretion of the department charged with administration of the funds. The projects must be transportation- related and tied to a plan adopted by the State and Metropolitan Planning Organization. Federal Lands Highway Funds may be used for planning and construction and is managed by the United States Department of Transportation. Transportation, Community and System Preservation Program The Transportation, Community and System Preservation Program provides federal funding for transit oriented development, traffic calming and other projects that improve the efficiency of the transportation system, reduce the impact on the environment, and provide efficient access to jobs, services and trade centers. The program is intended to provide communities with the resources to explore the integration of their transportation system with community preservation and environmental activities. The Program funds require a 20% match and can be applied to planning, design and construction and is administered through the Federal Highway Administration. Recreational Trails Program The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) provides funds annually for recreational trails and trails - related projects. The RTP is administered at the federal level by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). It is administered at the state level by the California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). The maximum amount of RTP funds allowed for each project is 88% of the total project cost. The applicant is responsible for obtaining a match amount that is at least 12% of the total project cost. The application deadline is in October. Funds may be used for: Maintenance and restoration of existing trails; Purchase and lease of trail construction and maintenance equipment; Construction of new trails; including unpaved trails Acquisition of easements or property for trails; State administrative costs related to this program (limited to seven percent of a State's funds); and Operation of educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection related to trails (limited to five percent of a State's funds). Land and Water Conservation Fund The Land and Water Conservation Fund is a federally funded program that provides grants for planning and acquiring outdoor recreation areas and facilities. The Fund is administered by the National Parks Service and the California Department of Parks and Recreation and has been reauthorized until 2015. Cities, counties and districts authorized to acquire, develop, operate and maintain park and recreation facilities are eligible to apply. The application deadline is in May, and applicants must fund the entire project, and will be reimbursed for 50% of costs. Property acquired or developed under the program must be retained in perpetuity for public recreational use. Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ) CMAQ Funds are directed to transportation projects and programs which contribute to the attainment or maintenance of National Ambient Air Quality Standards in non attainment or air quality maintenance areas for ozone, carbon monoxide, or particulate matter under provisions in the Federal Clean Air Act. Eligible projects include bicycle facilities. OCTA Commuter Bikeways Strategic Plan 17