 Using Federal Transportation Funds to Create and Enhance Parks and Trails Access Tools & Join the Discussion |
| Federal transportation funding can be a crucial tool in building new parks and expanding city trail systems that improve active lifestyles in our communities, reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, create local economic development opportunities, and offer linkages to green space and recreation. With the influx of federal transportation dollars through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and FY 2023 budget package, City Parks Alliance is highlighting and educating our members on the tremendous number of transportation programs that could be beneficial to their park and trail projects. These programs include planning, capital projects, and technical assistance that aid with the creation of linear parks, trails, park access, and recreational facilities. Several of these programs have a focus on improving public safety, climate resilience, and equitable access to green space and recreation.  New Tool for Transportation Resources City Parks Alliance recently released a brand-new addition to our Equitable Park Funding Hub designed to promote and educate park planners and advocates about potential transportation funds. By utilizing the Transportation Funding section of the Hub, park planners can find valuable resources to help them plan their city’s next park or trail project. Explore Transportation Funds  Member-Exclusive Learning Opportunites Join the Peer Discussion March 21 Discover how to access federal transportation funds to create and enhance parks and trails by joining City Parks Alliance’s peer-to-peer discussion, “Using Federal Transportation Funds to Create and Enhance Parks and Trails,” on Tuesday, March 21 from 2-3:30 pm ET. The conversation will equip park planners and advocates with the tools to access transportation funding for their park and trail projects. Register now to join. Watch Webinar Recording with Experts City Parks Alliance recently hosted a webinar, “Accessing Transportation Funding for Park and Trail Projects,” which is now available for viewing. The recording covers valuable transportation resources to assist park planners and advocates in their park projects. The webinar includes an overview from Department of Transportation officials of the current federal transportation programs and on-the-ground advice from two guest speakers on how they accessed transportation funds for their local projects. It’s time to build green trail systems that increase access to nature and expand low-carbon transportation options equitably throughout communities. Check out our latest column in Next City, “Federal Transportation Funds Transform Local Communities,” by City Parks Alliance Executive Director Catherine Nagel. The new wave of federal transportation funding can have a dramatic impact on local projects. With City Parks Alliance’s resources, park planners and advocates can start planning their next project today! |
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