General Roles and Responsibilities

StakeholderRole and Responsibility
FHWAEnsure roads and highways continue to be safe and efficient
Provide financial and technical support to State, local and tribal governments for constructing, improving, and preserving the National Highway System.
NOACAConduct studies that address congestion, improve safety and strengthen community livability
Prepares the region's long–range transportation plan and short–range transportation improvement program
Work with Ohio DOT, project sponsors and other organizations to address regional transportation, air quality, and water quality needs
Review and determine proposed highway, bikeway and transit projects that will receive federal funding