Each fiscal year, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) provides a grant opportunity to support development in economically distressed areas of the United States by fostering job creation and attracting private investment. Under the Economic Development Assistance programs (EDAP) Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO), EDA makes construction, non-construction, and revolving loan fund investments.

The Puget Sound Regional Council encourages member jurisdictions and eligible non-profit agencies to apply to the EDA to help fund worthwhile public works projects that support economic development in the region. Projects should be related to the construction or rehabilitation of essential public infrastructure and development facilities necessary to generate private investments that result in higher-skill, higher-wage jobs.

Applications

The EDA looks for projects that align with the local economic development district’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). Projects also need to meet the goals of the funding opportunity (job creation, project readiness, etc.). Applications for Public Works funding are submitted through Grants.gov.

PSRC staff are available to offer guidance and assistance for eligible applicants. Please contact Jason Thibedeau, 206-389-2879, for more information.

Background Materials

• Regional Economic Strategy (the CEDS for central Puget Sound)
• Economic Development District Board