Write Up:

The Cost-Share Program is a collaborative effort between MoDOT, the Department of Economic Development (DED) and local entities to pool efforts and resources to deliver state highway and bridge projects. Funds are set aside for projects that demonstrate economic development. MoDOT works closely with these partners to identify when targeted investments can produce the greatest economic impact for Missouri. Projects selected for the set-aside funds may be funded up to 100% of the project cost. The funds set aside total $9 million. Tracking this data ensures economic development funds are being utilized effectively.

At the end of the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, $36.9 million in economic development funds were available for eligible projects. The FY 2026 and FY 2027 allocations include $900,000 in project savings and a project withdrawn from the previous year. For FY 2029 and FY 2030, only 50% of the funding allocations are available. The overall goal is to commit all available funds to projects. MoDOT continues to work with districts, local partners and DED to promote the program and identify projects that demonstrate an economic impact for Missouri.

Purpose of the Measure:

This measure tracks the percent of economic development funds committed to projects.

Measurement and Data Collection:

Data for this measure is collected from a partnership database.