A TRIP development should include: • Science and data and indicate the source of data and methodologies. • Immediate and long-range planning activities and investments of the MPO with respect to resilience of the surface transportation system within the boundaries of the MPO, as applicable. • A systemic approach to transportation system resilience and be consistent with and complementary of the State and local mitigation plans required under section 322 of the Stafford Act; and • A risk-based assessment of vulnerabilities of transportation assets and systems to current and future weather events and natural disasters. • A planning period at least as long as the relevant long range transportation plan (LRTP). A longer period that considers the service lives of relevant assets may also be considered. • Measurable outcomes and goals in their plans along with time frames for project implementation. The Resilience Improvement Plan may also: • Describe resilience improvement policies, including strategies, land-use and zoning changes, investments in natural infrastructure, or performance measures that will inform the transportation investment decisions of the State or MPO with the goal of including resilience; • Include an investment plan that: (i) includes a list of priority projects; and (ii) describes how PROTECT Formula Program funds apportioned to the State would be invested and matched, which shall not be subject to fiscal restraint requirements.
