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September 2, 2022

Michigan Spark Grant Program Snapshot

Michigan’s outdoor public spaces are poised to benefit from a substantial infusion of federal funding to create, renovate, or redevelop outdoor recreational opportunities that improve health and safety outcomes for residents and visitors. The $65 million will be directed to…

September 2, 2022

Please Respond: Michigan Rural Infrastructure Survey

The State of Michigan is working maximize the new funding resources sent to Michigan through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). In addition to making use of the resources available to the state, agencies like the Office of Rural…

August 29, 2022

Public hearing on EGLE state revolving funds definition scheduled for Sept. 8

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has scheduled a public hearing on Thurs., Sept. 8, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., to hear public comments on new, draft definitions and scoring criteria proposals prior to finalization. Recently enacted Public…

August 29, 2022

Applications for Community Forestry Grants Open through Sept. 24

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for Community Forestry grants. Eligible organizations including local and tribal governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits can apply for grants of $1,000-$25,000 with a 1-1 match for projects that increase urban…

August 25, 2022

MPSC Shares Opportunity for Comment on Low Carbon Energy Infrastructure Enhancement and Development Grants

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has begun the development of program guidelines and implementation of the application process for a total of $50 million in low carbon energy infrastructure enhancement and development grants outlined in Public Act 53 of…

August 24, 2022

Online Voting Now Open for Bridge Builders Microgrant Projects

Bridge Builders online voting is now open! Help shine a spotlight on your local visionaries, change-makers, and community leaders by voting for the Bridge Builders Microgrant project that inspires you. Voting for Bridge Builders semi-finalist projects is open from August…

August 11, 2022

Please Share: Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible to Local Government Workers

The U.S. Department of Education is offering public servants working in government and eligible non-profits a second chance to quality for student loan forgiveness. The deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2022. An estimated 154,000 public service workers in Michigan…

August 9, 2022

MSU Seek Local Road Agency Survey Responses on Setting Speed limits

North Carolina Highway Research Project (NCHRP), in conjunction with Michigan State University, is focused on development of the next generation of the USLIMITS2 expert system for speed limit setting. As the name implies, expert systems for setting speed limits are…

August 9, 2022

USDOT Launches “Navigator” Website with Funding Resources

The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has launched a new website to help local road agencies better find federal resources. According to the Department, “Navigator is a new resource to help communities understand the best ways to apply for grants,…

August 9, 2022

You’re Invited: U.S. Treasury Hosting Webinar on Using ARP for Affordable Housing Production and Preservation

U.S. Treasury would like to invite you to a webinar this Wednesday, August 10th, to brief stakeholders and recipients on how American Rescue Plan State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds can be used for affordable housing production and preservation. During…

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