Recovery Program
The City of Fort Worth is working to provide immediate funding for projects that will boost our economy, provide needed services and put more people to work through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) programs. For more information on other ARRA programs, visit one of the following websites.
- Recovery.gov
- State of Texas Recovery
- North Central Texas Council of Governments ARRA page
- Fort Worth Independent School District ARRA page
Below is a summary of the City's ARRA programs:
Bid Opportunities
To bid on Recovery Program projects or other city projects, visit the Purchasing page.
About ARRA
On Feb. 17, 2009, President Obama signed the ARRA into law, opening up funds for investment in many programs, including infrastructure, public safety, housing, energy conservation and education.
| Award Amount | Report | |
|---|---|---|
| Totals | $47,034,251.00 | |
| Alternative Fueled Vehicle Program Provides funding to install needed controls for dispensing 85% ethanol fuel to 285 city vehicles. Equipment Services Department |
$35,147.00 | MAR 2011 |
| Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-R) Funds provide for infrastructure in low to moderate income areas. (Program 206377) Download Substantial Amendment Materials and Activity Data Phase 1 Street Projects Housing and Economic Development Department |
$1,769,412.00 | DEC 2011 |
| Community Services Block Grant - R Funds employment-related services such as job training; provides supports for individuals pursuing such training including housing-related assistance, and educational expenses directly related to employment. (Program 200385) Parks and Community Services Department |
$2,214,992.00 | SEP 2010 |
| Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (State) Funds equipment to enhance Police Department technology in geographical profiling, sex offender registration and auto theft investigations. (Program 202410) Police Department |
$168,338.00 | DEC 2010 |
| Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Federal) City of Fort Worth administers this grant for 22 Tarrant County governmental entities. The City's portion is $1,723,086, and funds the purchase of equipment such as hand-held ticket writing equipment. (Program 423365) Police Department |
$4,140,165.00 | DEC 2011 |
| Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Implements strategies to reduce fossil fuel emissions and reduce energy use in transportation, building design, and other appropriate sectors. (Program 484371) Transportation and Public Works, Environmental Management, Planning & Development and Water Department |
$6,738,300.00 | DEC 2011 |
| Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program Provides funding for housing expenses to persons who are homeless or would be homeless if not for this assistance. (Program 206359) Download Substantial Amendment Materials and Activity Data Housing and Economic Development Department |
$2,746,929.00 | DEC 2011 |
| Safe Drinking Water - Green Infrastructure State Revolving Loan Provides a no interest loan to fund construction of a distribution line for delivery of reclaimed water processed by the Village Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. (Program P256) Water Department |
$16,265,000.00 | SEP 2011 |
| Weatherization Assistance Program Grant Funds weatherization-related improvements for owner-occupied homes in Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Eligibility requirements include household income at or below 200% of federal poverty. (Programs 200383 and 200384) Housing and Economic Development Department |
$12,895,458.00 Program 1 $3,812,498.00 Program 2 $2,694,693.00 |
JUN 2011 JUN 2011 |
| Violence Against Women Act Grant Funds planning process for a county-side Family Advocacy Center to provide comprehensive service to women who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. (Program 202443) |
$60,510.00 | MAR 2011 |
All reports are cumulative.