STIP — Local Municipal Initiatives
AB, Canada
Funding for local priority transportation infrastructure projects in Alberta
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- grant_single|openingDateJuly 01, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateNovember 30, 2023
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Grant and Funding
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- Transportation and warehousing
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- Government of Alberta
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The Local Municipal Initiatives grant, part of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program in Alberta, supports municipalities with funding for transportation infrastructure projects aligning with economic, social, environmental, and innovation priorities. Eligible activities include highway de-designations, park access road paving, and special-need municipal projects, although the specific maximum funding amount is determined each budget cycle through cost-sharing between provincial and municipal contributions.
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This grant funds local municipal projects focusing on economic, social, environmental, and innovation priorities within transportation infrastructure. It prioritizes collaboration and projects aligning with provincial and municipal interests.
- Highway de-designations involving the transfer of ownership, maintenance, or responsibility from the Government of Alberta to a municipal government.
- Paving access roads to parks to enhance connectivity and transportation.
- Addressing emergent, special-need municipal transportation projects that respond to significant local or regional pressures.
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Eligible applicants for this grant must be certain types of municipalities and communities as specified.
- The applicant must be a town, village, or summer village.
- The applicant can be a county or a specialized municipality outside the defined urban service area.
- Municipal districts and the special areas are eligible to apply.
- Metis Settlements are eligible for application.
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Towns, villages, summer villages, counties, specialized municipalities outside the defined urban service area, municipal districts, special areas, and Metis Settlements are eligible to apply for the Local Municipal Initiatives stream of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP).
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This grant is not available to certain types of organizations and entities. The restrictions ensure that the funding supports municipal initiatives rather than private or non-governmental interests.
- Cities.
- Private organizations.
- Non-government agencies.
- Charitable societies.
- Non-government operating authorities.
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The grant covers specific types of local transportation infrastructure projects.
- Projects that align with the Government of Alberta’s economic, social, environmental, and innovation priorities.
- Projects that are joint provincial/municipal priorities, such as highway de-designations.
- Paving of park access roads.
- Emergent municipal transportation projects addressing significant local or regional pressures.
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This program makes grants available to certain municipalities within Alberta, Canada, allowing them to apply for funding to support local transportation projects. The eligibility for grant application is specified mainly by municipal status and location within the designated regions.
- Towns in Alberta
- Villages in Alberta
- Summer villages within Alberta
- Counties in the province of Alberta
- Specialized municipalities located outside defined urban service areas in Alberta
- Municipal districts within Alberta
- The special areas in Alberta
- Metis Settlements in Alberta
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to assess their alignment with local and regional transportation needs and priorities.
- Basic need, safety, and functionality assessment of the project.
- Impact on the overall transportation network, including current conditions, total traffic volume, and truck traffic volume.
- Cost-effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed project.
- Collaboration or partnership potential with industry or other municipalities.
- Economic, social, environmental, or innovation benefits expected from the project.
- Utilization of alternate funding sources, such as federal or private investments, for the project.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Read the Guidelines
- Review the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program Guidelines to understand the program requirements and criteria.
- Step 2: Complete the Application Package
- Prepare a cover letter describing your project and its anticipated benefits.
- Include basic information about the applicant municipality and the project.
- Provide detailed project benefits and project information as outlined in the guidelines.
- Step 3: Submit the Application Package
- Submit your completed application package via email to your local Transportation Regional Office or online through the Municipal Grants Management Application.
- If submitting online, inform your regional office of the submission.
- Refer to the Municipalities, Locations and Corresponding Transportation Regions list or the regional map for submission details.
- Step 4: After You Apply
- Await written notification regarding the status of your application.
- Be prepared to provide a final report if your project is approved, detailing expenditures and project impacts.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Private sector contractors and suppliers must be engaged to execute all work funded by this grant.
- Applicants will receive written notification regarding their application status.
- A final report is mandatory, containing a summary of expenditures, final payment claims, construction completion certificate, photos of the completed project, and the project's return on investment.
- The reporting should include the measurement of the investment’s impact on regional economic growth, job creation numbers, improved safety and access, and increased functionality of the facility.
- Email submission to the local Transportation Regional Office is preferred for the application process.
- Municipalities are required to notify their regional office regarding any online application submissions.
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Enhancing Local Transportation Infrastructure Through LMI Grants
The Local Municipal Initiatives (LMI) grant, part of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program, supports municipalities in Alberta in funding local priority transportation projects. This funding stream targets infrastructure improvements that are not covered by other STIP streams, aiming to bolster regional connectivity and safety.
Detailed Insights into the LMI Grant and Its Importance
Local Municipal Initiatives, a crucial arm of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program, is instrumental in supporting Alberta's municipalities to elevate their local transportation infrastructures. The program addresses local priorities by financing projects that align with the provincial government's strategic economic, social, environmental, and innovation intentions. The LMI grant encourages collaboration between provincial and municipal governments, fostering cohesive efforts to enhance transportation networks across the region.
The LMI grant strategically targets municipalities, including towns, villages, specialized municipalities, and Métis Settlements, which might otherwise find specific transportation projects financially out of reach. By focusing on local initiatives, the grant empowers communities to address significant transportation issues that directly impact everyday life, such as highway re-designations and emergent municipal projects that meet urgent or special needs.
One of the distinctive features of the LMI grant is its competitive nature. Projects are not only assessed for their alignment with basic needs and safety but also evaluated on broader criteria such as functionality, impacts on the transportation network, and collaboration possibilities. This competitive framework ensures that only the most impactful and efficient projects receive funding, thus maximizing the program's overall efficacy.
Applicants undergo a thorough review process to confirm eligibility, followed by a provincewide rating of their proposals. Projects are meticulously rated for their contribution to improved traffic and truck volumes, cost-effectiveness, and potential to forge partnerships that further economic and social goals. This rigorous assessment process is designed to pinpoint projects with the strongest return on investment and the greatest potential for regional economic growth and safety enhancements.
Funding levels are predetermined each budget cycle, ensuring a transparent and fair distribution of resources. A notable requirement is the involvement of private sector contractors and suppliers to execute all project tasks, highlighting a commitment to fostering public-private partnership and economic growth. Municipalities also stand to gain from proposing projects that incorporate alternate funding avenues, including federal or private investments, which could strengthen their proposals.
Project submission is comprehensive, requiring municipalities to prepare an application package inclusive of a cover letter, basic project information, and documented project benefits. This structured application process not only ensures completeness but also standardizes the evaluation for fairness and efficacy. Post-approval, municipalities must provide final reports that include extensive details such as expenditures, completion certificates, and the project's overall impact, ensuring a transparent and accountable use of public funds.
Overall, the LMI grant provides a pivotal opportunity for Alberta municipalities to embrace infrastructural enhancements tailored to their unique needs. By supporting projects that align with strategic provincial priorities, the grant not only addresses immediate transportation challenges but also lays the groundwork for sustainable community growth and economic resilience. For municipalities strategizing infrastructure development, the LMI grant represents both a valuable fiscal resource and a catalyst for regional development and innovation.
