Peach Tree Times

State Representative Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) announced that the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has begun accepting applications for the Local Management & Improvement Grant Program (LMIG) from cities within House District 93.

“I am grateful for the FY 2025 state budget, which has allowed for the LMIG grants to continue supporting folks back in House District 93,” said Rep. Carter. “Our county and city officials utilize these grant funds to improve our roads, which, in turn, improves traffic congestion and motorist safety, and I encourage them to apply for these grants again this year before the February deadline. As we see each year, funding is crucial in guaranteeing that our roads and local infrastructure remain viable and safe for commuters.”

GDOT has invited city and county governments in Newton, Rockdale, Conyers, Covington, Lithonia, Oxford, and Stonecrest to apply. LMIG grants are designated for road improvement projects such as repaving, updating storm drains, fixing guardrails, and more.

The LMIG program aims to provide local governments with greater flexibility and quicker project delivery.

Each city or county is eligible for various award amounts according to the state’s Fiscal Year 2025 program formula. The state’s annual LMIG allocation is based on total centerline road miles for each local road system and total population compared with statewide figures.

Starting this year, local governments can apply online via the LMIG Grants Management System. Applications are open until February 1, 2025.