Introduction The For The Record (FTR) is an annual report of the awards made by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Illinois highway improvement program. The FTR includes improvements made to both the state and local highway systems. The report details the status of each project in the FY 2008 annual program as published in the FY 2008-2013 Proposed Highway Improvement Program as published in May 2007 and lists projects added to the program and awarded in addition to the originally published set of projects. IDOT’s mission is to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance the quality of life, promote economic prosperity and demonstrate respect for our environment. This report presents projects in the FY 2008 annual program that have been awarded and that accomplish this mission during FY 2008. The awarded FY 2008 program totals $1,625.7 million which includes $50.1 million appropriated by the General Assembly from the Road Fund for state assistance to local governments. View the interactive For The Record 2008 Publication Map View the For The Record 2008 Publication Download the For The Record 2008 Publication Adobe Reader is required. Download a free copy of Reader..