Using federal funds to create local infrastructure jobs

September 28, 2022

This guide from National League of Cities shows how a change to federal guidelines could open the door for local agencies to invest federal funding in local and targeted hire policies on construction projects.

Other Resources

Strategies for Securing Low or No-Emission Bus and Bus Facilities Grants Webinar Recording and Summary

Video not working? Click here to view the webinar on YouTube.On June 12, 2025, the Local Infrastructure Hub hosted a session to discuss winning strategies for applying to this year’s Low or No-Emission Bus and Bus Facilities Grants (Low-No) to equip city and town...

Applying for Buses and Bus Facilities and Low or No Emission Grants

The Buses and Bus Facilities program (Bus Program) is partnered with the Low or No Emission Grant program (Low-No Program), and both are administered concurrently by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). These grant programs are intended to modernize public...

Tech and Innovation for Urban Resilience: Filling the Gaps Webinar Summary

This virtual event provided an opportunity for municipal leaders and experts to discuss the practical steps and accessible tools that municipalities can use to withstand severe weather, improve emergency response, and protect property and lives.