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.
Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)
| Program | FY 2027 | FY 2028 | FY 2029 | FY 2030 | Total Funding Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Transportation Block Grant | $0 | $0 | $0 | May request up to $2.85 Million | $2.85 Million UPDATED 11/10/25 |
| Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside | $0 | $0 | $0 | May request up to $292,000 | $292,000 UPDATED 11/10/25 |
Funding Opportunities
The RTA administers two federal programs that are passed through the Iowa DOT: Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG), and Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA Set-Aside).
The RTA receives approximately $2,854,000 in STBG funds, and $292,000 in TA Set-Aside funds annually to program towards transportation projects within the RTA. The process begins with the solicitation of projects at the beginning of the calendar year.
Contact Nick Fratzke with questions about these programs.
| Program | Timeline |
|---|---|
| TA SA Application Deadline | February 6, 2026, 3:00 PM |
| STBG Application Deadline | March 13, 2026, 3:00 PM |
| TA SA Work Session | March 19, 2025, 1:00 PM |
| STBG Work Session | March 19, 2026, 1:15 PM |
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 upgrade the conditions of streets, highways and bridges, provide choices across all modes, accommodate new technologies, and make a more sustainable, resilient, and safer transportation network.
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.
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