The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was signed into law on March 11, 2021, and provides $350 billion for eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to meet pandemic response needs and rebuild a stronger, more equitable economy as the country recovers. The City of High Point has been awarded $22,699,511 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds as part of the American Rescue Plan Act. These federal resources are intended to help bring the pandemic under control and address its economic fallout by strengthening support for vital public services, helping to retain jobs, and providing economic stabilization for households and businesses.
The City is currently accepting applications from non-profit agencies for programs/services to be funded with these dollars. Up to $5,847,426 in funds are available for allocation.
Requests should be one-time in nature and showcase program sustainability after the funds have been spent, if applicable. Requests will be evaluated based on the themes from community input sessions held in November 2021, including employment, community programs, housing, education, and infrastructure, as well as the priorities of the Mayor and City Council.
The application process will follow the below timeline:
March 6 – The application process opens up
March 22 – Q&A/workshop (staff available to answer questions on the application process) – 10 am, Council Chambers, High Point City Hall, 211 S Hamilton
April 17th – Applications due
April/May – Applications reviewed by the Finance Committee
May/June – Recommendations for funding presented to High Point City Council
To be considered for funding, the following items must be submitted by the above application deadline:
Stephen HawrylukThe City of High Point | Budget and Performance Manager336.883.3296 | Stephen.hawryluk@highpointnc.gov
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