FAQ

The American Rescue Plan Act is a $1.9 trillion economic stimulus package. The program's goal is to speed up the nation's recovery from the economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This bill became law on March 11, 2021.

Eligible use of funds focuses on state, local, and tribal governments. These entities can use funds on their response to and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The four eligible categories are: Revenue Loss; Infrastructure Support; Premium Pay; and Public Health.

There are four areas of focus the city will invest in: Building Community Resiliency; Enhancing Mobility; Creating Community, Quality of Life and Destinations; Activating Economic Corridors.

The City of Greeley was allocated $21 million. To date the city has spent a total of $2.2 million under the Revenue Loss category. Leaving a total of $18.8 million for the city to spend within the eligible use categories.

The Federal ARPA guidelines require the city to decide how the funds will be spent by December 31, 2024. Applications were scored by committees and recommended to Council as part of the annual budget process.  The City Council reviewed recommended awards in October 2023 and sub-grant awardees were notified. Funding began in January 2024.

You can visit the Greeley ARPA site or Email arpa@greeleygov.com if you have questions.