TA SET-ASIDE PROGRAM
Overview of Important Program Information
In urbanized areas with populations over 200,000, under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside Program from the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) provides funds that are distributed to MPOs. Funds can be used for projects such as:
• Pedestrian & bicycle facilities
• Recreational Trails Program (RTP)
• Construction of turnouts/boulevards
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS)
• Streetscaping
• Vulnerable road user safety assessments/traffic calming
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, November 18, 2022
Workshops
To learn more about the TA Set-Aside Program Call for Projects process, applicants are invited to attend at least one of the following non-mandatory workshops:
Virtual
10/07/2022
Time: 10:00 AM
In-person
10/12/2022
Time: 2:30 PM
Location
El Metro Transit Center
3rd Floor Conference Room
1301 Farragut St.
Laredo, TX 78040
This video learning series is designed to exchange information on TA Set-Aside Program tools, as well as establish a common knowledge base for all potential applicants.
This video recording is from the October 10, 2022 TA Set-Aside Program Virtual Workshop. This video explains the TA Set-Aside Program Call for Projects process. Click on the icon below to view video on a new tab (via YouTube) or click on video frame to view now.
Transportation Alternatives funding are unique when compared to other federal funding programs. This video helps to explain some of the unique aspects that cities, counties, their consultants, and other eligible entities should know so they can apply for these funds. Click on the icon below to view video on a new tab (via YouTube) or click on video frame to view now.
Contacts
Laredo & Webb County Area MPO
2023 State Call-for-Projects
Applicants are invited to review the upcoming: TxDOT TA Set-Aside Program – 2023 STATE CALL FOR PROJECTS