Case Studies
Managing Statewide Transportation Funding Through the Local Roads Improvement Program
Netkinetix partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to modernize the Local Roads Improvement Program with a secure web-based platform for managing funding applications, calculations, and project workflows statewide. The centralized solution replaced manual processes to improve accuracy, transparency, and efficiency across program administration.
Client Overview
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Local Roads Improvement Program manages the allocation of state funding to support local roadway improvement projects across Wisconsin. Netkinetix partnered with WisDOT to design and develop a secure, web based application that modernized the program’s application, review, allocation, and reporting processes. The solution improved transparency, reduced administrative effort, and provided reliable tools to manage funding programs and support informed decision making.
- Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
- Industry: Government and Transportation
- Solution: Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP) Management Platform
Results Snapshot
A centralized platform streamlined statewide transportation funding administration while improving calculation accuracy, transparency, and program oversight.
Centralized Program Administration
LRIP program setup, funding allocations, and project tracking are managed through a unified platform.
Improved Funding Calculation Accuracy
Automated entitlement calculations ensure accurate distribution of funds using certified data.
Greater Transparency and Compliance
Standardized reporting and audit tracking improve visibility and support statutory compliance.
The Challenge
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation administers the Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP), a statewide funding initiative that distributes transportation funds to counties, municipalities, and local governments. The program operates on biennial cycles and relies on population- and mileage-based entitlement calculations, multiple funding sources, and strict statutory timelines. Prior processes depended on legacy systems, spreadsheets, and manual coordination. These tools made it difficult to manage program configuration, entitlement calculations, sunset tracking, reporting, and coordination between WisDOT staff, County Highway Committees, and local agencies. Because the program involves public funding and regulatory oversight, maintaining accuracy, transparency, and auditability was essential.
Key Challenges
- Legacy systems and spreadsheet-based program administration
- Manual entitlement calculations based on population and roadway mileage
- Difficulty coordinating workflows between WisDOT staff and local agencies
- Limited visibility into project lifecycles and funding allocations
- Complex compliance requirements and statutory timelines
WisDOT needed a secure, centralized system capable of managing program rules, funding calculations, and project administration across the entire state.
Our Approach
Project Approach
- Discovery sessions identified program rules, workflows, and reporting requirements
- Data models and system architecture were designed to support biennial funding cycles
- Enhancements were delivered iteratively to support active program administration
Netkinetix worked closely with WisDOT stakeholders to ensure the system aligned with statutory requirements and established operational processes.
Special attention was given to preserving historical program data while improving automation and usability across future program cycles.
The Solution
Netkinetix designed and enhanced a secure web-based LRIP management platform that supports the full lifecycle of transportation funding programs. The system centralizes program configuration, entitlement calculations, project workflows, sunset management, and reporting within a single application. Role-based access ensures WisDOT staff, County Highway Committees, and local governments interact with the platform according to their responsibilities, enabling coordinated program administration across multiple levels of government.
Program Administration & Funding Management
The platform provides centralized tools for managing LRIP program configuration, funding sources, and biennial program cycles.
- Centralized administration of LRIP programs, bienniums, and funding sources
- Automated entitlement calculations using certified mileage and population data
- Role-based access for WisDOT staff, County Highway Committees, and local governments
Project Lifecycle & Compliance Management
Structured workflows guide transportation projects from application through funding allocation and completion.
- Project lifecycle management from application through approval, reimbursement, and closeout
- Sunset tracking with automated notifications, responses, and compliance monitoring
- Full auditability of data changes, approvals, and communications
Reporting & Program Oversight
The system provides comprehensive reporting tools to support program transparency and regulatory compliance.
- Detailed reporting for program administrators and oversight bodies
- PDF and Excel exports for agencies, audits, and public reporting
- Visibility into project status, funding allocations, and program activity
The Result
WisDOT replaced fragmented tools and manual processes with a unified program management platform. Accuracy improved in entitlement calculations, administrative effort was reduced, and visibility increased across funding allocations and project status. Automated sunset workflows and standardized reporting improved compliance with statutory requirements and streamlined coordination with local agencies.