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From page 25... ... 25 C h a p t e r 3 The primary objective of the Resource Allocation Logic Framework developed as a part of this project is to assist state DOTs in choosing the right mix of preservation investments given policy, funding, organizational, and other legislative and programmatic constraints. It is desirable to have a Resource Allocation Logic Framework that can assist state DOTs in adapting preservation investment strategies to accommodate legislative mandates and DOT goals, objectives, and priorities. Read the entire page →
From page 26... ... 26 resource allocation Logic Framework for highway asset preservation may be specifically mandated to maximize bridge or pavement condition ratings, which are typically the most reported and most visible indicators of system health. Legislators, agency directors, transportation commissions, and the public expect these objectives to be achieved within specified timeframes or as soon as realistically possible.3 To ensure that investments in preservation and maintenance are strategic and meet state goals and objectives, it is necessary to prioritize asset- or program-specific objectives to influence the allocation results. Read the entire page →
From page 27... ... resource allocation Solution Context and requirements 27 The following key features are among those necessary to make the Resource Allocation Logic Framework usable: • Flexibility. The logic framework should be flexible and accommodate different allocation processes and organization structures (e.g., statewide versus district-based allocation) Read the entire page →
From page 28... ... 28 resource allocation Logic Framework for highway asset preservation to allocate resources, usually in a top-down or bottom-up process. This model is intended to support both approaches. Read the entire page →
From page 29... ... resource allocation Solution Context and requirements 29 are usually combined and adjusted based on top-down programmatic decisions and funding decisions and readjusted based on overall funding limits -- often late in the allocation process. The result tends to be driven by arbitrary decisions and tradeoffs. Read the entire page →

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... 25 C h a p t e r 3 The primary objective of the Resource Allocation Logic Framework developed as a part of this project is to assist state DOTs in choosing the right mix of preservation investments given policy, funding, organizational, and other legislative and programmatic constraints. It is desirable to have a Resource Allocation Logic Framework that can assist state DOTs in adapting preservation investment strategies to accommodate legislative mandates and DOT goals, objectives, and priorities.

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... 26 resource allocation Logic Framework for highway asset preservation may be specifically mandated to maximize bridge or pavement condition ratings, which are typically the most reported and most visible indicators of system health. Legislators, agency directors, transportation commissions, and the public expect these objectives to be achieved within specified timeframes or as soon as realistically possible.3 To ensure that investments in preservation and maintenance are strategic and meet state goals and objectives, it is necessary to prioritize asset- or program-specific objectives to influence the allocation results.

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... resource allocation Solution Context and requirements 27 The following key features are among those necessary to make the Resource Allocation Logic Framework usable: • Flexibility. The logic framework should be flexible and accommodate different allocation processes and organization structures (e.g., statewide versus district-based allocation)

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... 28 resource allocation Logic Framework for highway asset preservation to allocate resources, usually in a top-down or bottom-up process. This model is intended to support both approaches.

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... resource allocation Solution Context and requirements 29 are usually combined and adjusted based on top-down programmatic decisions and funding decisions and readjusted based on overall funding limits -- often late in the allocation process. The result tends to be driven by arbitrary decisions and tradeoffs.

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