RAISE Grant
Federal RAISE Grant Application and Award
On February 28, 2023, the City of Russellville submitted an application to the Federal government for a RAISE Grant. This application represented the culmination of extensive research, engineering analysis, field investigations, and thorough documentation over several months.
On June 22, 2023, the Mayor of Russellville was informed by Senator Boozman that the City's application had been successful, and they were selected as one of the recipients of the RAISE grant for the 2023 application period. Out of more than 1100 applications, only 162 grants were awarded, with 113 allocated for construction purposes and the remaining 49 for planning purposes. Senator Breanne Davis praised the City's impressive application and noted that achieving this award on their first try was unprecedented.
The City of Russellville was granted $23,752,759 million to construct approximately 13 miles of 10-foot multi-use trails. These trails will connect areas north of I-40 with a pedestrian overpass over I-40, leading to the heart of Russellville. This development will enable continuous travel from Gum Street to Lock and Dam Park and from the Junior High to Valley Park Center. The positive impact on Russellville is expected to be substantial and lasting, benefiting many generations to come!
City of Russellville, Arkansas
Request for Qualifications
Russellville Connected Trail System RAISE Grant Project
Request for Proposals / Qualifications
The City of Russellville was awarded a $23.7 million dollar RAISE grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to fund the development of approximately 13 miles of Multi-Use Trails called the Russellville Connected Trail System. As a result the City of Russellville is seeking qualified professional services to complete a full array of services necessary to fulfill the requirements of the USDOT RAISE Grant. A full RFP is posted on the City of Russellville website. For any questions please contact Kellie Dinkel, Grant Administrator at 479-498-7772. Responses shall be received by 3:30 pm local time on March 15, 2024. Responses received after this deadline will not be considered.