Infrastructure Package
Unlocking federal funding opportunities for Mississippi River communities through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Infrastructure Investment Overview
$548B
Total Federal Investment
$284B
Transportation Infrastructure
$264B
Core Infrastructure
$146B
Public/Private Funds Secured
Funding Opportunities
Key infrastructure funding categories available through the IIJA
$110B
Roads & Bridges
Bridge Investment Program, RAISE Grants, National Infrastructure Project Assistance, and surface transportation improvements.
$66B
Passenger & Freight Rail
Amtrak Network, CRISI Grants, Railroad Crossing Elimination, and rail infrastructure modernization.
$39B
Public Transit
FTA Apportionments, State of Good Repair Grants, Capital Investment Grants, and Low-No Emission Bus Program.
$25B
Airports
Airport Improvement Program, Airport Terminal Program, and FAA facilities and equipment grants.
$17B
Ports & Waterways
Port Infrastructure Development Program, Marine Highways, Ferry Boat programs, and port emissions reduction.
$15B
Electric Vehicles
EV charging infrastructure, electric vehicle adoption incentives, and clean transportation initiatives.
$55B
Water Infrastructure
Clean Water SRF, Drinking Water SRF, Lead Service Line replacement, and water system improvements.
$65B
Broadband
Broadband deployment grants, Digital Equity Act funding, and rural broadband expansion.
MRCTI Infrastructure Facility
The MRCTI Infrastructure Facility is a consultative body of experts and organizations assembled to provide our cities additional capacity to credibly and competitively apply for infrastructure grants. The Facility provides high-level expertise, consulting, and financial resources to help our cities secure federal funding.
All MRCTI dues-paying member cities are eligible to participate in the facility completely free of charge. The Facility offers regional funding strategy sessions and deeper-dive services for project development.
2025 Funding Strategy Timeline
Plan your infrastructure funding journey with MRCTI
Q1 2025
Form Funding Task Force
Cities can form an internal task force of city staff, elected officials, and critical community stakeholders to assist in securing resources.
Q2 2025
Unpack Options
The Task Force can begin unpacking the options using MRCTI resources and linking city needs to funding opportunities.
Q2/3 2025
Set Strategy
Focusing on needs over projects, set a strategy for the programs your city will apply for with MRCTI assistance.
Q2/3 2025
Submit Applications
Begin completing and submitting applications at a competitive level with MRCTI's support and expertise.
Q3/4 2025
Gain Support
MRCTI helps your city gain additional support and navigate the federal funding process effectively.
Project Prioritization Framework
Key criteria for successful infrastructure projects
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Resilience
Does the project reduce risk to natural disasters? Does it improve community recovery capabilities?
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Equity & Inclusion
Does the project improve access for underserved populations? Are benefits shared across communities?
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Sustainability
Does the project improve environmental conditions? Can it limit disruption and generate benefits?
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Economic Competitiveness
Does it improve mobility and transportation? Does it attract private sector investment?
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Innovation
Does the project use innovative approaches? Does it respond to multiple infrastructure demands?
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Partnership
Does the project leverage existing partnerships? Does it create new collaborative opportunities?
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Public Value
Does the project deliver multiple benefits? Does it provide value for the investment?
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Impact
Does the project create lasting positive change? Does it address critical community needs?
Access Infrastructure Funding
Let MRCTI help your city navigate the federal funding process and secure critical infrastructure investments for your community.
