Establishing the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns

The bill mandates that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation distribute Chapter 90 funds to cities and towns on a quarterly basis. These funds are to be used for road and bridge projects. Each quarter, no city or town will receive more than one-fourth of their annual allocation.

Supporters say the bill ensures a steady and predictable flow of infrastructure funding for municipalities. By distributing Chapter 90 funds quarterly, local governments can better plan and manage road and bridge projects, leading to improved infrastructure and efficient use of resources.

Critics argue that the bill unnecessarily complicates funding distribution by imposing quarterly limits, potentially delaying projects. They might assert that municipalities need the flexibility to access their full annual allocation upfront for larger initiatives, rather than being restricted to quarterly payments.