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Approval to Apply for $25 Million Federal Transportation Grant for Orange Boulevard

Original title: Request Board approval to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program requesting up to $25,000,000 for the Reconnecting Orange Boulevard Project; and authorize the County Manager or designee to execute all documents associated with the BUILD grant application. District5 - Herr (John Slot, Public Works Director)

February 10, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This action initiates a request for $25 million in federal funds to support infrastructure improvements on Orange Boulevard, which may impact future construction timelines and local transportation planning.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

District 5 Residents

Residents in this district may see changes to Orange Boulevard infrastructure if the grant application is successful.

County Manager

The Manager is granted the authority to execute all legal documents associated with the grant application.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 10, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Board of County Commissioners has approved the submission of a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for up to $25 million to fund the 'Reconnecting Orange Boulevard Project.' The County Manager is authorized to sign all necessary documents to complete the application process.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This action initiates a request for $25 million in federal funds to support infrastructure improvements on Orange Boulevard, which may impact future construction timelines and local transportation planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BUILD Grant Program?
It is a federal grant program managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation used to fund infrastructure projects.
Does this approval guarantee the county will receive $25 million?
No, this approval authorizes the county to submit an application for up to that amount; the funding is subject to federal review and selection.
Who is authorized to sign the grant paperwork?
The County Manager or their designated representative.

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Federal Funding Pursuit

The county is actively seeking large-scale federal investment for specific district-level infrastructure improvements.

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Sources

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