The Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments is an association of local governments that is committed to identifying, securing, and coordinating local, regional, and federal government projects and programs for the enhancement of our region and member communities.
Funding Opportunities
| Program | FY 2027 | FY 2028 | FY 2029 | FY 2030 | Total Funding Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Reduction Program | Fiscally Constrained | N/A | Fiscally Constrained | May request up to $338,000 | $338,000 UPDATED 11/6/25 |
| Surface Transportation Block Grant | N/A | N/A | Fiscally Constrained | May request up to $3.88 Million | $3.88 Million UPDATED 11/6/25 |
| Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside | N/A | N/A | May request up to $197,735 | May request up to $573,735 | $573,735 UPDATED 11/6/25 |
The MPO administers three federal programs that are passed through the Iowa DOT: Carbon Reduction Program (CRP), Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG), and Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA Set-Aside).
The MPO receives approximately $338,000 in CRP funds, $3.5 million in STBG funds, and $350,000 in TA Set-Aside funds annually to program towards transportation projects within the MPO. The process begins with the solicitation of projects at the beginning of the calendar year.
Contact MPO staff with questions about these programs.
| Program | Timeline |
|---|---|
| TA SA Application Deadline | February 27, 2026, 3:00 PM |
| CRP Application Deadline | April 3, 2026, 3:00 PM |
| STBG Application Deadline | April 3, 2026, 3:00 PM |
| TA SA Work Session | April 8, 2026, 10:00 AM |
| CRP & STBG Work Session | April 9, 2026, 10:00 AM |
Program Guidelines, Links, and Applications
CRP
Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) – This new program funds projects designed to reduce transportation emissions, defined as carbon dioxide emissions from on-road highway sources. Example projects include bike lanes, EV charging infrastructure, and low-no emission buses, among others.
CRP Funding Flyer
CRP Funding Guidelines
CRP Application
STBG
Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program – This program is designed to address specific issues identified by Congress and provides flexible funding for projects to preserve or improve the condition and performance of several transportation facilities including any federal-aid highway or public road bridge.
STBG Funding Flyer
STBG Funding Guidelines
STBG Application
TA Set-Aside
Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA Set-Aside) – This program provides funding to expand travel choices and improve the transportation experience. TA Set-Aside projects improve the cultural, historic, aesthetic, and environmental aspects of transportation infrastructure. Projects can include the creation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, the restoration of historic transportation facilities, and more.
TA Set-Aside Funding Flyer
TA Set-Aside Funding Guidelines
TA Set-Aside Application, Checklist, and Minority Impact Statement
Contact Us
229 E Park Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319)-235-0311
inrcog@inrcog.org
Title VI
The MPO receives federal funding and may not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, or national origin according to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For more information or to obtain a Title VI complaint form, click here.
Disclaimer
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