UCAT Route Optimization Plan Underway!
The final draft recommendations of the UCAT Route Optimization Plan are ready for review! Meeting recordings of the 11/6 public information sessions are available for viewing and the comment period is open through December 7. Follow the link below to learn more.
Project Webpage
UCTC 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan
Follow the link below for the adopted UCTC Long Range Transportation Plan.
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UCTC 2026-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
The 2026-2030 UCTC Transportation Improvement Program includes over $160 million in federal transportation aid for the Ulster County Planning Area. Follow the link below to learn more.
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2024-25 FTA Section 5310 Funding is Now Available
The NYS Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) is soliciting applications for the FTA Section 5310 (Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities) grant program. Approximately $295,314 for the Kingston Urbanized Area is available.
***Application date now extended to December 5, 2025***
Completed applications will be accepted electronically by NYSDOT through the updated date of December 5, 2025
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2025 Statewide TAP Solicitation
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced a statewide solicitation for the TAP. Ninety-seven million dollars are available for community-centered, active transportation projects across New York State.
Applications Due: March 12, 2026
Detailed information, including the Notice of Funding Availability, application, guidebook, FAQ, and workshop schedule, is available through the program website.
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November Policy Committee Materials Now Available
A meeting of the UCTC Policy Committee will be held via videoconference/conference call open to the public in addition to an in-person meeting.
The meeting will be held Tuesday November 25th, 2025 at 10:00am at the Rondout Municipal Center (Joint Marbletown/Rosendale Town Hall), 1915 Lucas Avenue, Cottekill, NY.
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Improving the Way Your Community Moves
The Ulster County Transportation Council (UCTC) serves as a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Kingston Urbanized area as well as a portion of the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Urbanized Transportation Management Area (TMA). The MPO designation permits members of the UCTC to have the privilege and responsibility for making final decisions concerning transportation planning and programming of Federal aid projects in Ulster County. MPOs are comprised of local elected officials, municipal staff, the State Department of Transportation, Federal Transportation Agencies, Public Transit Operators, and other transportation stakeholders who work cooperatively on local and regional transportation planning initiatives.
Notable Projects
UCAT Route Optimization Plan
Final Draft recommendations are complete! Register for public meeting on November 6
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Route 9W Mobility Plan
The purpose of this study is to address traffic safety and connectivity for all users, and traffic congestion immediate to and surround US Rte 9W in the Town of Ulster.
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Ulster County Transportation Council is dedicated to serving community’s needs. We offer all project documents and materials available for your review.
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