The funds collected by the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority are divided between capital projects (55%), maintenance projects (35%) and transit (10%). The capital portion has a 10-year sunset provision, while maintenance and transit portions are not subject to a sunset.

Capital projects are specified on the ballot for voter approval as an “A” and “B” designation for priority, and the PPRTA shall not expend roadway capital improvements on any “B” projects until the listed “A” projects have been funded. Maintenance funds are distributed to each of the six member governments based on the most recent decennial census. Transit funds shall only be used to implement Colorado Springs-sponsored transit activities.