Planning Resources
Grant funding calendar and downloadable guides for Northern California planning
Downloadable Resources
Capability One-Pager
Quick overview of services, experience, and why us
GIS Readiness Assessment
Checklist for small municipalities considering GIS implementation
Grant Application Guide
Complete guide to preparing competitive applications
Grant Funding Calendar
Active Transportation Program (ATP)
Bike/Ped, SRTS, Planning/Capital
Biennial; Call ~Spring/Summer; Awards ~Winter
Varies; disadvantaged communities often exempt
Notes: Score emphasis on safety, equity, network connectivity, school access; strong exhibits + public engagement help.
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
Systemic & spot safety; low-cost countermeasures
Every ~2 years; Calls mid-year
10% typical
Notes: Requires data-driven crash justifications; proven countermeasures list.
Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)
VMT/Emissions reduction projects
Annual/Biennial (varies by region)
Varies
Notes: Strong linkage to quantifiable GHG/VMT reductions; readiness matters.
CMAQ (Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality)
Air quality & congestion reduction
Programmed by MPOs; rolling
Typically 11.47%
Notes: Coordinate early with MPO; emissions benefit methodology required.
SB-1 Local Partnership Program (LPP)
Capital projects; jurisdictions with dedicated revenues
Annual/biannual cycles
At least 1:1 with local/other
Notes: Competitive and formula subprograms; shovel-ready projects score well.
FTA Section 5339 Bus & Bus Facilities
Transit capital; facilities, fleet, charging
Annual NOFO (Winter–Spring)
20% typical (can vary w/ flex/other)
Notes: Strong narrative on state of good repair, resiliency, and ZEB transition.
FTA Section 5311 Rural Area Formula
Rural transit operating/capital
Annual; state-managed
Varies by use
Notes: Coordinate with regional apportionments and STIP/locals.
FTA Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility
Mobility for seniors/people with disabilities
Annual/Biennial (state cycles)
20% capital; 50% operating (typical)
Notes: Coordinated plan consistency; vehicles & mobility mgmt common.
TIRCP (Transit & Intercity Rail Capital Program)
Large transit capital & integration
Biennial, funding-dependent
Leverage expected
Notes: Requires strong GHG reductions and regional integration.
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