Information about the ARPA 2023 Next Generation 911 (NG911) Funding Opportunity
The Board will accept and review applications on a rolling basis between September 1, 2023, and September 1, 2024, until all funds have been obligated. Per ARPA requirements, funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024, and expended by June 30, 2026. The Board will be awarding up to $21 million in NG911 improvement projects over the next year.
Projects in this grant round are limited to those that support NG911 and will be subject to ARPA billing and auditing requirements. Please note, that this grant cycle will not include GIS services. There will be a separate grant process related to GIS-specific projects. More information about that project can be found on the Board’s grant webpage.
Go to the grant page to see a full list of downloadable/printable resources to guide you through your application. Please read all of the following documents carefully before beginning:
- Project guidelines which highlight several important provisions including eligible applicants, eligibility requirements, project requirements, funding objectives, match requirements, and approved purchases.
- ARPA compliance materials, including requirements for procurement, reporting, reimbursement, and other Federal fund requirements.
- While you will be able to save and return to your online application, we recommend you review all grant questions before proceeding.
- Review materials including the Technical Review that reviewers will use to evaluate your project for feasibility and NG911 compatibility and the Review Rubric that reviewers will use to evaluate your final application.
- Templates for required signatures & and certifications, MOUs for joint applicants, and project agreements.
- Review other resources found on the grant page, including FAQs.
For questions regarding the grant program, please contact the Board at [email protected] |