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BOOK 89 PAGE •)15 Given Indian River County's population and motor fuel tax collection amount, the two factors used to distribute other transportation funds, the MPO's enhancement fund allocation would be only 3.87% of the total district funds, if the district allocates enhancement funds by MPO and if the statutory formula distribution method is used. Regardless of the distribution method used, the MPO will need to prioritize enhancement projects. As specified in the recent FDOT directive, however, that prioritization will not have to be done until August, with a September submittal of the priority list to FDOT. For any enhancement project not located on state or federal property, a 10% local match is required. That match could be provided by an interest group proposing a project, by another local government, or•by the Board of County Commissioners. At present, county staff is evaluating potential projects for submittal as enhancement applications. Director Keating further explained that staff is developing applications for sidewalks and bikeways which would be consistent with the County's sidewalk and bikeway needs and plans. The Indian River County Bike Path Commission was given an application. There also have been discussions at Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) meetings regarding other enhancement projects, such as Jungle Trail. One consideration is that the MPO does not have a separate funding source so that any local government or private group which wants to sponsor a project would have to provide matching funds or request the County Commission to pay for the match. Commissioner Adams led discussion regarding the actual construction. of these projects, and Public Works Director Jim Davis explained that the County can enter into a joint program with DOT on construction decisions, but funding must be programmed in DOT's 5 -year work program. Commissioner Eggert asked, and Director Keating clarified that the matching funds would be 10 percent local and 10 percent state for a total of 20 percent. Discussion ensued regarding Ms. Harrow's request for funds to defray the expense of attending the workshop. Director Davis advised that Capital Projects Manager Terry Thompson is scheduled to attend that workshop. Chairman Bird stated that if staff were not going to the workshop�he might give consideration to Ms. Harrow's request, but under the circumstances the Board could not grant her request for funds. Commissioner Adams recommended that Ms. Harrow approach bike shop owners and Chamber of Commerce members for funds. Chairman Bird appreciated Ms. Harrow's interest and felt that her enthusiasm and influence would go far in promoting additional bikeways in the county. 22