ODOT commissioners met Monday to discuss federal funding, Route 66 and more

(11:41 a.m.) Item 42: Motion to adjourn passes

(11:40 a.m.) Item 41: In regards to federal funding, tentative waiting lists are tentative because of a continuing resolution to which the Oklahoma Transportation Commission is bound until March 14. They are going to move a four-year continuing resolution that would carry to the end of September and would allow access to the appropriation amount. The motion is currently in the House and will hopefully advance to the Senate next week. Funding is largely to go toward road maintenance, life-cycle extending projects, and winter weather preparedness.

State maps: The Route 66-centric state map was unveiled last week in the Blue Room at the state capitol. Over a million copies are being printed for the Route 66 centennial in 2026. Maps may be reprinted based upon demand as a collectible item.

Lawton bridge project recognized.

(11:25 a.m.) Item 40: Motion passes to award bid openings for items 310, 405, 440, 445.

(11:24 a.m.) Item 39: Information regarding commissioner elections

(11:23 a.m.) Item 38: Motion passes for approval of contingent funding plan.

(11:22 a.m.) Item 37: Motion passes to obtain claims for additional payments on US Highway 69 bridge over Union Pacific railway after costs ballooned during demolition.

(11:13 a.m.) Item 36: Motion passes for rehabilitation of roads and highways in the Woodward County area.

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission held a meeting on Monday, Mar. 3, at 11 a.m. in Oklahoma City, with the public and media in attendance.

A key highlight of the meeting was the upcoming state map, which will highlight Route 66 in celebration of its 100th anniversary in 2026.

Commissioners also received an update on the status of federal transportation funding for the state.