Alternative Transportation Plan

Mississippi National River and Recreation Area Alternative Transportation Grant Program

 

The Alternative Transportation System will build on a network of public transit and river access.

Three Rivers Park District, 2022

The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MISS) grants up to $2 Million dollars from the Federal Transit Administration and NPS Category III funds to implement a partnership, multi-modal, alternative transportation system (ATS) that builds on existing public transit, non-motorized trails, and existing river access. It will enable park visitors and area residents to travel throughout the park without a car.

Funding for the Alternative Transportation System Plan is provided by NPS Transportation Management Program.

Eligibility:

• Applicant is a state, local, or special district government.
• The project directly improves access, safety, or quality of a alternative transportation system. Purely recreational projects are not eligible.
• The project is seeking 20% or less of total costs from NPS.
  • Some projects that drastically improve safety or access may qualify for up to 50% cost share.
• The project is within the MNRRA administrative boundary.

To Apply:

• Contact Planning Program Manager Forest Eidbo, e-mail us for an application or questions.
• Currently accepting applications for projects starting after 10/1/2025