Safer streets
for all

It’s the good news everyone has been waiting for: the City of St. Louis is getting new streets, thanks in part to ARPA dollars. The City’s new Friendly Streets page and interactive map details exactly how this transformation will occur, starting with major arterial roadways like Kingshighway and Jefferson.

Safe streets make for better
neighborhoods and a #StrongerSTL.

To apply for ARPA funding, your organization must submit a well-crafted proposal response that clearly outlines how your requested funds will enhance the city or your organization. In your proposal, you must provide detailed information on your project’s objectives, scope, and anticipated impact on St. Louis.

Because our City’s streets should be

people friendly

No matter how you get around in St. Louis – by car, walking, biking, bus, or using a mobility aid – you should feel safe. Thanks to the combined efforts of the Biden-Harris administration, Great Rivers Greenway, Bi-State Development, The Missouri Department of Transportation, and St. Louis City staff, over $300M will be invested in significant street improvements from 2024-2027.

What’s happening right now? With new Traffic Calming Guidelines and an ADA Transition Plan in place, the City will begin transforming arterial City streets like Union, Grand, Jefferson and Kingshighway in Fall 2024 using ARPA dollars. Visit the Friendly Streets page for more details about the street transformation happening across St. Louis.

Frequently asked questions

What is ARPA?

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is a $1.9 trillion federal aid package passed by Congress in March, 2021 to provide financial aid to families, governments, businesses, schools, nonprofits and others impacted by the pandemic.

How much funding is there for the City of St. Louis?

The City of Saint Louis was awarded $498 million in recovery funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. These funds represent a lifeline for thousands of families in our city who have been deeply impacted by the pandemic and resulting economic crisis. You can see how ARPA dollars are being distributed on the ARPA Funding Tracker.

How do I get ARPA funds for myself or my family?

Visit our American Rescue Plan Resource Guide. This is a one-stop shop where you’ll find all the programs currently available to you and your family. It includes instructions on how to apply.

How do I get ARPA funds for my business or non-profit?

Learn how to receive ARPA funding to power up your business or non-profit on our For My Business page.

Who has benefitted from ARPA so far?

Tens of thousands of families have benefitted from programs including direct cash payments, job training, health resources and free transportation. Explore available programs for you and your family.

When do ARPA funds expire?

All funds must be obligated by the end of 2024 and spent by the end of 2026.

Where can I find an example RFP?

Here is a list of our current and past RFPs.

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