HOW TO FIND FUNDING FOR YOUR CITY PROJECT

Simple, Systematic, Successful

Introductions & Overview

Introductions Lisa Bachman, Planner/Funding, J‐U‐B Chris Engels, City of Kuna

Presentation Overview General Funding Guidance Kuna Downtown Revitalization – Specific Example

Keys to Success

Plan Always Call Never give up / follow up

Plan

Develop Plan – There’s Different Levels Tie Projects to Funding Sources Project Plan ‐ specific Public Support Benefits – Local, Regional Issues – What are they? People & Places Impacted

Always Call

Funding Agency Program Details Raise Awareness Specific Tips

Never Give Up / Follow‐up

Didn’t get approved? Cry or keep trying? Get in line! What can be better? Re‐apply!

Kuna Downtown RevitalizationRevitalizing the Heart of Kuna – Downtown Transformed

Plan ‐ Overview

Explored Grants Vision, Public Involvement Engineering/Design Action Strategy/ Implementation Plan Strategic Funding Plan

Kuna Downtown Revitalization

Public InvolvementKuna Downtown Revitalization

Comprehensive process – promoted meaningful, inclusive and ongoing communication with stakeholders

Diverse cross section of input Downtown Revitalization Committee One‐on‐one Interviews Visioning Workshops Kuna Economic Development Committee  Chamber of Commerce Involvement

Engineering/DesignKuna Downtown Revitalization

Condition/Needs Assessment Cost Estimates Phasing Recommendations

Action Strategy/Implementation PlanKuna Downtown Revitalization

Goal/Project Action Strategy/Notes Grant/Funding Sources

Revitalize Main Street

Engage the DRSC as phases are initiated and completed.  Involve specific property owners adjacent to project 

area in the design process. Remain in contact with funding agencies. Keep the public informed – continue to send out 

newsletters. Discuss the Main Street Program with the Idaho 

Department of Commerce. It may be an option for ongoing and future revitalization efforts.

Idaho Department of Commerce CDBG COMPASS Funding ACHD Community Programs, Economic Development 

Funding, Maintenance Budget (Pavement, Striping, Etc.) ITD Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Foundation Grants Local Funds In‐kind Labor Idaho DEQ 319 Nonpoint Source Management 319 

Grant (storm drainage) Urban Renewal District funds (if established) BID funds (if established, for maintenance of shared 

outdoor public spaces)

See Appendix A.5 – Agency Meeting notes for more details.

Strategic Funding PlanKuna Downtown Revitalization

Funding Program

Program Information

Eligibility Criteria Application Date

Maximum Grant

Minimum Match

Action Steps/Notes

Link

CDBG:Economic Development Projects

Job Creation:Public facility construction and improvements that support companies who are expanding and creating new jobs or new companies that will be creating jobs.

Downtown Revitalization:Elimination of Slum and Blight (sub‐standard) conditions.

Incorporated cities with a  population under 50,000, or counties; meet at least one National Objective; eligible activity

Job Creation:March June September  December 

Downtown Revitalization:November 20, 2015

Infrastructure for jobs = $30,000 per job, up to $500,000;

Downtown Revitalization: $500,000

Encouraged Apply for Downtown Revitalization Grant

http://commerce.idaho.gov/communities/community‐grants/community‐development‐block‐grant‐cdbg

Idaho Transportation Department:Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)

Advance ITD’s strategic goals of Mobility, Safety, and Economic Opportunity by eliminating gaps in a transportation network, removing barriers to active transportation mobility, or addressing an existing unsafe condition.

Local governments, Tribal governments, regional transportation authorities, transit agencies, natural resource, school districts, and any local or regional government entity with oversight of transportation.

Watch forFY 2018 announcement; it is expected to come out in December 

Maximum $500,000

7.34% This grant is a great fit for sidewalks, trails, ADA access, bicycle facilities, and alternative modes of transportation mobility improvements.

http://itd.idaho.gov/transportation‐performance/cci/(watch for new link)

Always Call

Invited Funding Agencies to Participate Keep in Regular Contact Project Updates Constantly Seek Funding Status Information

Never Give up / Follow‐up

TAP Funding – Not Approved, Try Again! Involve Funding Agencies in Strategizing for Phase II Not Giving Up! Still Moving Forward Private Fundraising