TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Douglas J. Hewett, ICMA-CM, City Manager
FROM: Brook M. Redding, MPA, PMP, Special Projects Manager
DATE: October 2, 2023
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Title
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Portfolio Impact Update
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
ALL
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
This portfolio aligns with all City Council goals from the strategic plan
Executive Summary:
In response to the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Fayetteville has taken significant strides in deploying the $40.4 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to alleviate its impact on our community. Grounded in the strategic vision of the Mayor and City Council, close inter-departmental collaboration and active community participation, these funds have been diligently channeled into initiatives that prioritize public health and safety, provide vital resources and fortify our city's infrastructure.
Our ARPA portfolio encompasses an array of projects and programs that not only address immediate community needs but also lay the groundwork for a resilient future. With unwavering dedication to evidence-based practices, we ensure that ARPA funds are utilized effectively and efficiently for maximum community benefit.
This comprehensive report offers an overview of the projects and programs funded thus far, shedding light on future endeavors. The City of Fayetteville remains unwavering in its commitment to leveraging ARPA funds to meet the community's needs, foster equitable outcomes and construct a resilient, thriving future.
Background:
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was signed into law on March 11, 2021, providing a once-in-a-generation investment opportunity for the City of Fayetteville to address the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our community. The City was awarded the funds through the U.S. Treasury's State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARP-SLFRF), which must be sp...
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