The Build America Bureau is hosting a webinar tomorrow, August 27 at 3:00 p.m. ET to share information about the credit review process and considerations for potential transit-oriented development loans. Register to attend the credit underwriting webinar in the comments below.
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Reminder! Webinar on Tuesday, August 27th from 3-4:30 p.m. ET Credit Considerations for Transit-Oriented Development Multifamily Loans will provide a summary of the Build America Bureau’s creditworthiness review process and indicative lending criteria for transit-oriented development (TOD) market-rate and affordable multifamily projects. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ee2HABbS Best practice to get the most out of this webinar: understand the eligibility requirements, federal requirements, program timelines and parameters by first watching the Bureau TOD 101 webinar and reviewing slides and FAQs linked under step one on the TOD page: https://lnkd.in/eNJwNhdg. National Association of Affordable Housing Lenders (NAAHL) Association for Neighborhood & Housing Development (ANHD) Urban Land Institute U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Smart Growth America Association Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO) Mpact National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) National Low Income Housing Coalition
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“Complete Streets are easier to plan with more complete data. This is a bold effort to build out that data along with the technology platforms that make it easy to use,” said U.S. Department of Transportation's Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology Dr. Robert C. Hampshire. ICYMI: The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that it intends to award a total of $2.4 million in contracts to 12 American small businesses through the Complete Streets AI initiative. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCHx6uy9
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On Friday, August 16, the USDOT announced the release of the National V2X Deployment Plan. The National V2X Deployment Plan provides a vision of how vehicle-to-everything (V2X) deployments will enable a safer, secure, and more efficient transportation system, while maintaining privacy and consumer protection, with the goal of reducing the number of roadway fatalities to the only acceptable number: zero. Learn more about the development and release of the National V2X Deployment Plan in this week’s #ITSJPO Directors Blog.
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Checklist for a Strong Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Grant Application Most USDOT discretionary grants include selection criteria associated with climate change and some programs are specifically focused on climate change. Although criteria may differ among grant programs, a strong application in this area generally consists of two core components: 1. Reducing transportation greenhouse gas emissions (also called greenhouse gas mitigation, climate change mitigation, or decarbonization) 2. Incorporating climate adaptation and resilience features Click on the link in the comments below to review the full checklist.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation has released the fourth installment of its “Investing in America” video series focused on U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s two-day visit to Mississippi in June. During the trip, Secretary Buttigieg toured projects funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and highlighted how these investments are strengthening local economies, creating good-paying jobs, improving the safety and efficiency of supply chains, and connecting communities often overlooked. The video highlights critical improvements to the Port of Rosedale and the reconstruction of the historic Medgar Evers Boulevard, named after the civil rights leader, in Jackson, Mississippi. https://lnkd.in/g2-ZEERA
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U.S. Department of Transportation is providing technical assistance for grantees and potential grantees under the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program through the Bureau's Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI). The mission of the RCI is to serve as DOT’s center for learning to restore and reconnect communities that have been harmed, isolated, and cut off from opportunity by transportation infrastructure. Enrollment into the RCI is open to States, local and tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations. DOT will prioritize enrollment for entities serving economically disadvantaged communities, including rural and Tribal communities. The RCI will provide training and technical assistance to build organizational or community capacity in transportation planning and identify innovative strategies and solutions for reconnecting communities that are bifurcated by transportation infrastructure that create barriers. Participants may include: RCP program planning grant recipients RCP program capital construction grant recipients Prospective grant applicants to the RCP program or other Federal grant programs that fund reconnecting activities Unsuccessful RCP program grant applicants Eligible entities otherwise interested in building organizational or community capacity in transportation planning to advance the restoration and reconnection of communities. Current Technical Assistance Opportunities To support communities in preparing strong RCP Program grant applications, the Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI) is hosting a series of no-cost, virtual Grant Writing Clinics and Office Hours. Led by experts with deep experience in federal grant programs, and in assisting communities with transportation reconnection projects, these events will include: An overview of the RCP Program grant opportunity and RCI. A panel discussion and Q&A with previous grant recipients. Focused strategy sessions covering grant application topics such as equitable development, workforce development, climate and environment, community engagement, partnerships, and more. Office hours to connect with experts, learn about RCP Program grants, and ask specific questions about the grant application. Whether you represent a state, local, or Tribal government, regional, or nonprofit entity, these clinics and office hours will empower your organization with the knowledge and skills to create a stellar grant application. Grant Writing Clinics: July 19th from 12 - 5 pm EDT August 16th from12 - 5 pm EDT September 13th from 12 - 5 pm EDT Office Hours: July 25th from 12 - 6 pm EDT August 22nd from 11 am - 6 pm EDT September 16th from 11 am - 6 pm EDT Visit: https://lnkd.in/eniqit43
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U.S. Department of Transportation - Office of the Under Secretary for Policy reposted this
If you're a SMART Stage 1 grant recipient, the window to apply to Stage 2 is closing fast! The Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) discretionary grant program was established to provide grants to eligible public sector agencies to conduct demonstration projects focused on advanced smart community technologies and systems in order to improve transportation efficiency and safety. Apply by 8/14! tinyurl.com/2a7jvc9b
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A newly awarded SMART grant will help expedite emergency response times in Henry County, GA by implementing advanced traffic signal technology. The project aims to enhance the efficiency of emergency vehicles, reducing response times and improving public safety. https://lnkd.in/gNQEyEvS
SMART Grant To Help Expedite Emergency Response Times
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The final deadline for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration Grant applications is Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. ET. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted through Valid Eval. For more information, please visit the How to Apply page of the SS4A website. Link in comments section below.
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