Do you have a project that could be eligible for federal funding?
Funding in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will be primarily distributed through state agencies that have established programs for distribution. Below is a list of programs with contact information and funding that Washington is expected to receive. If you have a project that could be eligible for federal funding, please contact the person listed below.
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| LAST UPDATED: Wednesday, 4/29/09 2:04 PM | ||
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| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Child Care | The Child Care and Development Fund Block Grant is primarily used to help low-income families find and pay for child care while working, looking for work, or participating in approved job training. A portion of the funding is used for improving the quality of infant and toddler care. For more information on the Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) subsidy program: www.del.wa.gov/care/help/connections.aspx. To determine whether you are eligible for WCCC, contact your local Community Service Office: https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/f2ws03esaapps/onlinecso/findservice.asp. For help finding licensed care in your community, visit the Washington State Child Care Resource & Referral Network: www.childcarenet.org. |
Amy Blondin Communications Manager Dept. of Early Learning 360-725-4919 communications@del.wa.gov |
$33.3 million |
| Financial Aid | Funding from the federal government goes directly to the school. Maximum grant increases from about $4,700 to $5,350 over two years. 105,000 Washington students receive Pell Grants. | Contact the Financial Aid Office of your college or university for information. | $3.3 million |
| Head Start | Funds are sent directly to providers and do not flow through the state budget. |
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| K-12 School Modernization, Renovation and Repair | For impact aid schools for school construction grants. | Gordon Beck Director, Financial Resources School Facilities and Organization Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction 360-725-6261 Gordon.beck@k12.wa.us |
Competitive grants |
| National School Lunch Program Equipment Assistance | States will receive their share of funding based on the number of meals served. OSPI-Child Nutrition Services will administer funds at the state level. Funding will be on a competitive basis through OSPI’s iGrant system and will allow schools to replace equipment that is out-of-date and/or in poor working condition. | George Sneller Director, Child Nutrition Services Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction 360-725-6200 george.sneller@k12.wa.us |
$1.5 million |
| Statewide Education Data Systems Updated on 3/12 |
To develop statewide longitudinal data systems. | Irv Lefberg Assistant Director of Forecasting Office of Financial Management 360-902-0590 irv.lefberg@ofm.wa.gov |
Competitive grants |
| Teacher Quality Enhancement | To improve the quality of the teacher work force, including reforms in areas of alternative routes to teacher certification, teacher preparation and teacher licensing. | Mark Bergeson Associate Director Higher Education Coordinating Board 360-753-7881 MarkB@hecb.wa.gov |
Competitive grants |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Advanced Batteries Added on 4/16 |
Grants supporting the construction (including production capacity increase of current plants) of U.S.-based manufacturing plants to produce batteries and electric drive components. More information available here. Grant will be awarded in 5 areas:
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Nick Demerice Managing Director, Community & Financial Services Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-4178 nickd@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant |
| Advanced Energy Research Added on 4/16 |
Jump-start energy technologies by funding high-risk, high-payoff research in collaboration with industry. |
Terry Lawhead Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 509-777-1500 terryl@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $400 million |
| Alternative Fuel Vehicles Pilot Program | For the Clean Cities program for state and local governments to purchase alternative fuel vehicles. State and local governments that obtain grants and are members of the state purchasing cooperative can buy vehicles through the state vehicle contract managed by the Dept. of General Administration. Please visit here for more info on the state vehicle contract:
http://www.ga.wa.gov/Vehreq/Veh-contract.html. Local governments with developed projects may contact the Clean Cities Coalition: lpscleancities@pscleanair.org. State and local governments that obtain grants and are members of the state purchasing cooperative may buy vehicles through the state vehicle contract managed by the Dept. of General Administration. Additional information: |
Stephanie Meyn Puget Sound Clean Cities Coalition 206-689-4055 pscleancities@pscleanair.org |
Competitive grants |
| Alternative Fueled Vehicles Program Added on 4/16 |
To further domestic manufacture and use of energy-efficient advanced transportation vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles and alternative fuels. | Tim Stearns Energy Policy Specialist Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 206-265-6121 tims@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant |
| Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block (EECBG) Grants – Competitive Updated on 4/16 |
Congress appropriated total of $3.2 billion for EECBG program, $2.7 billion of which will be distributed through formula grants. Balance includes about $455 million for competitive grants, which will be awarded through a separate funding opportunity announcement coming soon. Heather Ballash Energy Policy Specialist, Energy Policy Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3044 Energy_Policy@cted.wa.gov Competitive federal grant: $455 million to Washington |
Tony Usibelli Assistant Director, Energy Policy Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3118 Energy_Policy@CTED.WA.GOV |
Competitive grants |
| Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block (EECBG) Grants – Formula Added on 4/16 |
EECBG grants will be for cities with population of fewer than 35,000 and counties with population fewer than 200,000. Cities and counties may subcontract with private sector. Energy Efficiency Recovery FAQ |
Heather Ballash Energy Policy Specialist, Energy Policy Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3044 Energy_Policy@cted.wa.gov |
Formula state grant: $10.64 million. $6.4 million required to be passed through to local jurisdictions. |
| Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Research Added on 4/16 |
Applied energy research funding will support applied research, development and deployment activities in biomass programs, geothermal programs and the energy efficiency of information and communications technologies. Eligible applicants will be research universities and national labs. No federal guidelines available yet. |
Terry Lawhead Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 509-777-1500 terryl@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $2.5 billion |
| Energy Science and Research Added on 4/16 |
Energy Science and Research funding will support research to expand scientific foundations for new and improved energy technologies for understanding and mitigating the environmental impacts of energy use. Eligible applicants will be research universities and national labs. No federal guidelines available yet. |
Terry Lawhead Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 509-777-1500 terryl@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $1.6 billion |
| Fossil Fuel Research –Carbon Capture and Sequestration Added on 4/16 |
U.S. Dept. of Energy, Office of Fossil Research has received $3.4 billion. Initiatives will focus on research, development and deployment of technologies to use coal more cleanly and efficiently. Investments will go toward finding and testing new ways to produce energy from coal — such as gasification — and improving techniques to clean or capture and store emissions from coal-fired power plants. |
Mark Anderson Senior Energy Policy Specialist Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3117 marka@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $3.4 billion |
| Industrial Carbon Capture and Energy Efficient Projects Updated 4/7 |
Total funding for the Fossil Energy Research and Development Program includes $1 billion for fossil energy research and development programs; $800 million for Clean Coal Power Initiative Round III Funding Opportunity Announcement; $1.5 million for a competitive grant program for industrial carbon capture and energy efficiency projects; $50 million for a competitive grant on-site characterization activities in geologic formations; $20 million for geologic sequestration training and research, and $10 million for program direction funding. The Act does not include funds for FutureGen. | Todd Currier Program Division Manager, WSU Extension Energy Washington State University 360-956-2038 curriert@energy.wsu.edu |
$3.2 billion |
| Innovative Technologies Loan Guarantees Added on 4/16 |
Program encourages early commercial use of technologies in energy projects. Funding is for projects that employ new or significantly improved technologies that avoid, reduce or sequester air pollutants of greenhouse gases. Not intended for technologies in research and development. |
Kathy Chance Capital Programs, Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3076 kathyc@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $6 billion |
| Smart Grid and Transmission Added on 4/16 |
Funds are to be invested in nationwide plan to modernize the electric grid, enhance security of U.S. energy infrastructure and ensure reliable electricity delivery to meet growing demand. Funds will also support implementation of Smart Grid programs authorized by Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. These include Smart Grid technology research, development and demonstration projects, and federal matching fund for Smart Grid technologies. |
Tim Stearns Energy Policy Specialist Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 206-265-6121 tims@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $4.5 billion. Includes $80 million to conduct resource assessment and analysis of demand and transmission requirements and $10 million for development of interoperability standards for Smart Grid devices. |
| Smart Grid Worker Training Added on 4/16 |
This is part of $4.5 billion provided for Smart Grid and Transmission investment broken out by CTED to make it easier to find. | Tim Stearns Energy Policy Specialist Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 206-265-6121 tims@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $100 million |
| State Energy Program Updated on 4/16 |
Provides grants to states and directs funding to state energy offices from technology programs in the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Funding has goal of reducing per capita energy consumption by at least 25% of the state’s 1990 per capita energy use by 2012. $60 million in additional funding also provided. U.S. Dept. of Energy issued guidance for use of, application for funds by the state 3/12/09. http://www.energy.gov/recovery/funding.htm. Funds may be used for variety of energy-efficiency and renewable energy programs, projects or initiatives. Funds may be awarded to private or public entities through grants or loans. CTED will determine process for administering funds by early May, and will submit its application with proposal for investing funds by 5/12/09 to the U.S. Dept. of Energy. Pending state legislation may change CTED’s role in administering funds. Find more information on the CTED website or view the Energy Program Revitalization FAQ. |
Heather Ballash Energy Policy Specialist, Energy Policy Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3044 Energy_Policy@cted.wa.gov |
Allocated to state: $60.9 million |
| Transportation Electrification Added on 4/16 |
Funding for transportation electrification for:
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Tim Stearns Energy Policy Specialist Energy Stimulus Team Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 206-265-6121 tims@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $400 million |
| Washington State Appliance Rebates Added on 4/16 |
Provides $300 million to state energy offices to operate a program to provide rebates to encourage consumers to purchase ENERGY STAR appliances. U.S. Dept. of Energy has not yet released program instructions. |
Chuck Murray Senior Energy Policy Specialist Energy Policy Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3113 chuckm@cted.wa.gov |
$6 million |
| Weatherization Updated on 4/29 |
Weatherization funding will be used to increase energy efficiency of dwellings owned or occupied by low-income persons, reduce their total residential expenditures, and improve their health and safety, especially for elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy users and households with high energy burden. Funding will be awarded to 26 existing DOE-approved public and nonprofit entities in the state that serve low-income families. Find more information on theCTED website or view the Weatherization Recovery FAQ. |
Mark Porter
Communication Coordinator, Housing Improvement and Prevention Unit Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2908 Markp@cted.wa.gov |
Formula: $59 million |
| Other ARRA energy-related activities Added on 4/16 |
Looking for information about an energy-related program not listed? Contact Tony Usibelli to get connected to the right person. | Tony Usibelli Managing Director, Energy Policy Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3118 Energy_Policy@cted.wa.gov |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownfields Updated on 4/15 |
For evaluation and cleanup of former industrial and commercial sites. For more information view the CTED website, Ecology's program website or the FAQ. |
Nick Demerice Managing Director, Community & Financial Services Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-4178 nickd@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive grants: a TBD level of funding will be added to the state's revolving loan fund. |
| Clean Water State Revolving Fund Environmental Protection Agency Updated on 3/16 |
Deadline for funding has passed Provides funding to local governments for water pollution control infrastructure including the upgrade and expansion of wastewater, reclaimed water and stormwater facilities statewide. The Program uses existing water quality loan and grant program criteria and eligibility and provides additional funding to meet high priority water quality needs statewide. Applications for funding are being accepted through March 13, 2009. Projects must be eligible under the Clean Water Act Title VI, water pollution control facilities and associated activities. Funding is focused on projects ready to go to construction. Recovery Funding Allocations Total funds expected for Washington State - approximately $65 million split into three categories:
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Steve Carley Section Manager, Water Quality Program Dept. of Ecology 360-407-6572 stca461@ecy.wa.gov |
$65,000,000 |
| Diesel Emissions Reduction Environmental Protection Agency Updated on 3/9 |
Through existing contracts and grant processes, Ecology will fund idle reduction technologies for public fleets (approximately $300,000) and exhaust controls for cargo handling equipment. Administrative costs for these projects will not exceed 15%. Notification of grant awards in April and June 2009. Grants 100% spent by Sep. 30, 2010. | Paige Boulé Budget Planner, Air Quality Program Dept. of Ecology 360-407-6646 bou461@ecy.wa.gov |
$1.7 million |
| Elwha Restoration National Park Service Environmental Protection Agency Watershed Rehabilitation Added on 3/9 |
This is part of a larger federal project to remove dams from the Elwha River and restore fish runs. Builds wastewater collection and transportation system for homes in a flood plain, a tribal fish hatchery, a fish propagation facility and a bridge to replace culverts on Stratton Creek. Raises 2 levees to protect private property and provides water quality protection for Nippon Mill. For additional information: http://www.nps.gov/olym/naturescience/elwha-ecosystem-restoration.htm |
Brian Winter National Park Service brian_winter@nps.gov |
$51.7 million |
| Hanford Groundwater Cleanup & Contaminated Sites U.S. Dept. of Energy, Dept. of Defense, Nuclear Waste Cleanup Updated on 3/19 |
Accelerates the US Department of Energy cleanup of 80 square miles of contaminated groundwater and reduces the surface contaminated and security restricted areas from 500 square miles to 20 square miles at the Hanford Nuclear Site. The packages would complete cleanup of Hanford’s Columbia River corridor by 2015. The accelerated work would result in hiring of significant cleanup personnel by USDOE and its contractors. Ecology is working closely with federal counterparts to ensure the work gets under way as quickly as possible. | Jane Hedges Program Manager, Nuclear Waste Program Dept. of Ecology 509-372-7905 jhed461@ecy.wa.gov |
$1.2 million |
| Leaking Underground Storage Tanks Environmental Protection Agency Added on 3/9 |
Cleanup of various contaminated sites resulting from leaking underground storage tanks statewide. Ecology has selected cleanup sites. A new grant application will be submitted to EPA by April 30 and funding will be available to Ecology shortly thereafter. | Mike Blum UST & LUST Coordinator, Toxics Cleanup Program Dept. of Ecology /Toxics Cleanup Program 360-407-6913 mblu461@ecy.wa.gov |
$3.5 million |
| NOAA Habitat Restoration Updated on 4/10 |
Deadline for funding has passed On April 6, 2009 Governor Gregoire endorsed 52 projects for NOAA Funds. |
Rachael Langen Deputy Director Recreation and Conservation Office 360-902-3005 Rachael.Langen@rco.wa.gov |
Competitive grants |
| Rural Water and Waste Disposal USDA Rural Development Updated on 4/7 |
Provides loans, grants and guarantees for drinking water, sanitary sewer, solid waste and storm drainage facilities in rural areas and cities and towns of 10,000 or fewer. Now accepting applications for ARRA stimulus and regular FY ’09 program funding. Ecology does not administer this financial assistance program but coordinates closely with USDA Rural Development on technical assistance and jointly funds eligible projects. |
Peter McMillin Community Programs Director USDA Rural Development 360-704-7737 peter.mcmillin@wa.usda.gov |
Final Funding amounts TBD. 50% of the stimulus allocation will be obligated within 120 days or by mid June of 2009. The remaining 50% will be obligated by Sep. 30, 2010. |
| U.S. Forest Service Updated on 3/17 |
Deadline for funding has passed For ready-to-go restoration and maintenance projects. |
Al Matecko U.S. Forest Service 503-808-2240 Glen Sachet U.S. Forest Service 503-808-2790 |
Competitive grants |
| Washington Conservation Corp Added on 3/9 |
Ecology is in discussions with the U.S. Forest Service and National Parks Service about using 200-300 WCC members to do repair and restoration work in federal forests and parks in Washington. Some funding may be passed through to local corps programs. More information will be available in April and May. | Rob Spath WCC Manager, SEA Program Dept. of Ecology 360-407-6936 rspa461@ecy.wa.gov |
$12 million |
| Watershed and Flood Prevention Added on 3/9 |
Ecology is working closely with other state natural resource agencies to coordinate watershed restoration and flood control projects. Some funding may come to Ecology for projects. | Rob Spath WCC Manager, SEA Program Dept. of Ecology 360-407-6936 rspa461@ecy.wa.gov |
TBD |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund ARRA Updated on 4/16 |
Provides long-term benefits to 25-35 drinking water infrastructure systems, creates jobs and promotes economic recovery. Infrastructure improvements will be financed through low-interest loans and, in some cases, loan forgiveness. The state Dept. of Health will present a final loan list to the Public Works Board on 4/27/09. When a final loan list is approved, CTED/Public Works Board will begin the contract process. |
Kristin Bettridge Policy and Finance Section Manager, Office of Drinking Water Dept. of Health 360-236-3166 Kristin.bettridge@doh.wa.gov |
$38.4 million |
| Immunization | This program provides grants to states for the purchase of vaccines and improvements in immunization rates. | Janna Bardi Manager, Immunization Program Dept. of Health 360-236-3568 janna.bardi@doh.wa.gov |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byrne/JAG Updated on 4/15 |
Named for New York police officer Edward Byrne, killed in the line of duty while working a narcotics case. The federal grant program which bears his name provides resources to state and local governments for drug interdiction programs. Washington has used these grants to fund multi-jurisdictional drug task forces. The funds are a mix of formula grants and competitive grants. Find more information at the CTED website or view the FAQ. |
Bill Johnston JAG Program Manager Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3030 BillJ@cted.wa.gov Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
$36.7 million |
| Byrne Memorial Resources for Crime Victims Added on 4/15 |
CTED is competing for 2 of 8 initiatives:
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Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive grants |
| Victims of Crime Act: (VOCA) Crime Victims Assistance Recovery Updated on 4/15 |
Competitive distribution of Washington’s share for direct services to victims of crime. FAQ |
Bev Emery Managing Director, Office of Crime Victim Advocacy Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2886 BevE@cted.wa.gov Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
$960,000 |
| Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): STOP grant Updated on 4/15 |
Services-Training-Officers-Prosecutors (STOP) grant provides funds to local law enforcement, prosecution offices and victim service providers to improve response to domestic violence, stalking and sexual assault. Washington’s share will be distributed competitively to local law enforcement, prosecution offices and victim service providers. FAQ |
Bev Emery Managing Director, Office of Crime Victim Advocacy Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2886 BevR@cted.wa.gov Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive grant: $2.85 million |
| Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Transitional Housing Updated on 4/15 |
Provides transitional and short-term housing and related support services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking. |
Bev Emery Managing Director, Office of Crime Victim Advocacy Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2886 BevE@cted.wa.gov Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
CTED appliedfor $500,000 of this competitive grant. |
| Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Tribal Law Enforcement and Assistance Updated on 3/25 |
This funding will go directly to tribes from the federal government. |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Bond Cap Allocation Program (BCAP) Updated on 4/15 |
BCAP allocates authority to issue certain categories of bonds limited by federal law. Recovery Act provisions allow several new categories of bonds to be issued with advantageous terms — either federally tax exempt or with tax credits — to finance projects that include economic stimulus activities. With one of these bond issuances, a borrower can save financing costs compared with conventional bank financing. Newly eligible projects for this bond financing are:
Find more information on the CTED website or view the FAQs: |
Liz Green-Taylor Bond Cap Allocation Program Manager, Local Government Division Dept. of Community, Trade & Economic Development 360-725-5021 elizabetht@cted.wa.gov |
For manufacturing of intangibles: $132 million in bond issuing authority in 2009, $147 million in 2010. The state’s share of the BCAP – Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds is $67.9 million. Each state will divide its allocation among large jurisdictions (municipalities and counties with populations greater than 100,000). If a jurisdiction does not expect to use its entire allocation, unused authority may be reallocated to the state to be used by the state or to be reallocated to other local jurisdictions. CTED expects to announce each large jurisdiction’s allocation amounts by the end of April 2009. Recovery Zone project info not yet available from federal government. |
| Community Development Block Grant Updated on 4/16 |
This state-administered federal grant funds eligible local governments for community development projects that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income persons. All funded activities must meet at least one of 3 objectives:
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Bill Cole Managing Director, Local Government Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 725-3005 billc@cted.wa.gov |
$16.3 million |
| Community Services Block Grant Program Updated on 4/16 |
Provides funding, technical assistance and support to 31 statewide Community Action Agencies (CAAs) and their association to ease effects of poverty and help eliminate causes of poverty. CAAs prioritize services according to local needs. Services include housing, energy assistance, nutrition, employment and training as well as transportation, family development, health care, emergency food and shelter, and asset development. CAAs are charged with bringing all sectors together to strengthen community well- being. Find more information on the CTED website or view the Stabilization Recovery FAQ. |
Rick Torrance Economic Recovery Coordinator, Community Services Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2856 RichardT@cted.wa.gov |
$11.8 million |
| Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Bonding Assistance under Section 332(e) of Title 49 Added on 3/24 |
National competitive grants: $20 million available | ||
| Lead Hazard Reduction Updated on 4/16 |
Reduces risk of lead exposure for people living in low-income housing units. Find more information on the CTED website or view the Lead Hazard Recovery FAQ. |
Cynthia Sanderson Lead Hazard Reduction Program, Housing Division Dept. of Community, Trade & Economic Development 360-725-2941 cynthias@cted.wa.gov |
$3 million |
| Neighborhood Stabilization Fund Updated on 4/16 |
To purchase and rehabilitate foreclosed vacant properties, help create affordable housing and stabilize neighborhoods. Find more information on the CTED website or view the Neighborhood Stabilization Fund FAQ. |
Bill Mandeville Program Manager, Local Government Division Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-3051 billm@cted.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant |
| Public Housing Capital Fund | To build and rehabilitate low-income housing stock. | Contact your local housing authority for more information. | Formula and discretionary grants |
| Tax Credit Assistance Program (TCAP) | TCAP provides funding for capital investment in affordable housing projects that use Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) as a source of financing. Eligible projects must receive an allocation of LIHTC in 2007, 2008 or 2009. Funds are to be awarded competitively; however, priority must be given to projects that will be completed by February 2012. |
Steve Walker Director, Low Income Housing Tax Credit Division Washington State Housing Finance Commission 206-287-4467 steve.walker@wshfc.org |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Community Service Employment for Older Americans | This program provides training and employment opportunities for those 55 and older. | Bea Rector Chief, State Unit on Aging, Aging and Disabilities Services Dept. of Social and Health Services 360-725-2527 rectobm@dshs.wa.gov |
$1.6 million |
| Elderly Nutrition | The Home Delivered Nutrition Services Program is operated by the Washington Dept. of Social & Health Services’ Bureau of Aging and Adult Services. This program provides hot or frozen meals to elderly persons who may not eat adequately because:
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Bea Rector Chief, State Unit on Aging, Aging and Disabilities Services Dept. of Social and Health Services 360-725-2527 rectobme@dshs.wa.gov |
$2.5 million |
| The Emergency Food Assistance Program | General Administration manages the Emergency Food Assistance Program and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, receiving food and operational funding from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture for distribution to 21 lead agencies. These agencies provide food to 450 food banks, shelters and meal providers in Washington. They serve hungry low-income children, adults, elderly and the homeless. | Kim Eads Food Programs Manager Dept. of General Administration 253-593-2031 keads@ga.wa.gov |
$2 million |
| Foster Care/Adoption | The purpose of the adoption program is to meet the permanency needs of children who are in the care and custody of the Dept. of Social and Health Services. DSHS strives to find safe and stable families that can best meet the needs of the child. Foster parents change lives one child at a time. They believe in investing in the future of our children. The state provides financial reimbursement for the cost of caring for foster children. | Judy Fitzgerald Director, Finance and Operations Services Division Dept. of Social and Health Services 360-902-7912 fiju300@dshs.wa.gov |
$16.6 million |
| Homelessness Prevention Fund Updated on 4/16 |
Provides funding for short-term rental assistance, housing relocation and stabilization efforts. Find more information in the Homeless Prevention Recovery FAQ. |
Annie Conant Managing Director, Housing Assistance Unit Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development 360-725-2919 anniec@cted.wa.gov |
Formula grants: $11 million |
| Independent Living – Older Blind Added on 4/9 |
This program provides information and services to blind and visually disabled individuals age 55 and older. | Deborah Cook Program Manager Dept. of Services for the Blind 206-310-3007 debcook@dsb.wa.gov or debcook@u.washington.edu |
$736,000 |
| Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly known as food stamps) |
This is Washington state’s version of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps. It provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. SNAP serves households with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. The federal government sets the income and resources standards. | John Camp Lead Program Manager/Policy Analyst, Community Services Division Dept. of Social and Health Services 360-725-4616 campjx@dshs.wa.gov |
$399 million |
| Temporary Aid to Needy Families – Emergency Fund Added on 4/16 |
Provides vulnerable individuals the services needed to secure a better job and have a better life. | Diane Klontz Managing Director, Community Programs Dept. of Community, Trade and Economic Development360-725-4142 dianek@cted.wa.gov |
$4 million expected |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Updated on 4/9 |
This program provides grants to states to support a wide range of services designed to help individuals with disabilities prepare for and engage in gainful employment. | Lynnae Ruttledge Director, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Dept. of Social and Health Services 360-725-3610 ruttllm@dshs.wa.gov Mark Adreon Program Specialist Dept. of Services for the Blind 206-721-6410 maradreon@dsb.wa.gov. |
$10.4 million |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Dept. of Commerce - Broadband Deployment Grant Program Updated on 4/16 |
To increase broadband deployment in unserved and underserved areas. $200 million is designated to expand public computer capacity and $250 million is to encourage sustainable broadband adoption. |
Tamara Jones Government & Association Liaison Dept. of Information Services 360-902-3557 tamaraj@dis.wa.gov |
Competitive federal grant: $450 million |
| Program Name | Description | Contact | Estimated WA share |
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| Assistance to Small Shipyards Grant Program Added on 3/24 |
Capital and related infrastructure improvements at qualified shipyard facilities that will be effective in fostering efficiency, competitive operations, and quality ship construction, repair, and reconfiguration. 25% non-federal funding match required. http://www.dot.gov/recovery/docs/marad.pdf Applications must be received by the Maritime Administration by 5 p.m. EST April 20, 2009. |
National competitive grants to qualified shipyards: $98 million available | |
| FRA High-speed Rail Corridors & Intercity Passenger Rail Service Updated on 3/24 |
For high-speed rail corridor, intercity passenger rail service and congestion mitigation projects. | Scott Witt Director, State Rail and Marine Office Washington State Dept. of Transportation 360-705-6903 witts@wsdot.wa.gov |
National Competitive grants: $8 billion available |
| Highway Funding | Washington will receive approximately $492 million for highways, roads and bridges, and approximately $148 million sub-allocated to local jurisdictions through metropolitan planning organizations. The Washington State Dept. of Transportation is ready to go to bid on $173 million in state transportation projects within 120 days, and the remainder within a year. WSDOT will coordinate with local jurisdictions to ensure rapid project delivery. |
Kathleen Davis Director, Highways & Local Programs Dept. of Transportation 360-705-7871 davisk@wsdot.wa.gov Jay Alexander 360-705-7121 alexanj@wsdot.wa.gov |
$492 million |
| Highway Surface Transportation & Technology Training 23 U.S.C. 140(b) Added on 3/24 |
Develop, conduct and administer highway construction training, including skill improvement programs. | National competitive grants: $20 million available | |
| National Ferry Transportation System Grants Updated on 4/9 |
Construction of/ improvement to public agency auto/passenger ferry boats or ferry boat terminals. Applications due to Larry Ehl by 5pm, Friday, May 1. See this website for application details: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/discretionary/090330.cfm |
Larry Ehl Federal Relations Manager Dept. of Transportation ehll@wsdot.wa.gov 360-705-7507 |
National competitive grants: $60 million available |
| National Surface Transportation Supplemental Grants Added on 3/24 |
Projects of significant impact to nation, metropolitan area or region. Priority for projects that can be completed in 3 years and require additional federal funds. Eligible projects: highways and bridges (within federal system), certain port, transit, and passenger and freight rail projects. Apply to USDOT Criteria due from USDOT: May 18 Applications due: Aug. 16 |
Larry Ehl Federal Relations Manager Dept. of Transportation ehll@wsdot.wa.gov 360-705-7507 |
National competitive grants: $1.5 billion available, but no more than 20% to one state. |
| Transit Formula Funding |
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Cathy Silins Assistant Director, Public Transportation Division Dept. of Transportation 360-705-7919 silinsc@wsdot.wa.gov |
$172 million |
| Transit & Rail Capital Investment Grants Updated on 3/24 |
Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) New Starts and Small Starts projects: light and heavy rail, commuter rail, busway/HOV projects that are already pre-approved by USDOT. More information: http://www.fta.dot.gov. |
Direct applications and questions to the FTA. See details: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-4745.pdf | Discretionary grants |
| Tribal Transit Grant Program Added on 3/24 |
Projects that enhance public transportation access on and around Indian reservations in non-urbanized areas; and/or assist in development, maintenance, improvement and use of public transportation systems on and around Indian reservation. | Apply to: Federal Transit Authority ( FTA) Office of Program Management 202-366-4020 http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-6271.pdf Local contact: Cathy Silins Assistant Director, Public Transportation Division Dept. of Transportation 360-705-7919 silinsc@wsdot.wa.gov |
National competitive grants: $17.25 million available |
