US DOT Gives Green Light on $20M RAISE Grant

The City of Toledo announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation has approved the city's $20M RAISE grant, originally awarded in 2023, to move forward following a federal review of the project conducted under the Trump administration's updated grant guidelines. The project, set to begin construction in 2027, will deliver infrastructure improvements designed to catalyze private investment in the Toledo Social Innovation District, improve safety and connectivity for residents, and accelerate job creation, investment, and workforce development.

"This is a great day for Toledo," said Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. "This project will transform how our residents move through their neighborhoods and connect them to the jobs and opportunity being created right here at home. I want to thank Sen. Bernie Moreno, Sen. Jon Husted, and Rep. Marcy Kaptur for standing with Toledo and fighting for this project every step of the way."

"Strong infrastructure is essential to keeping Ohioans safe and growing the economy," said Senator Jon Husted. "This grant will help ensure Toledo has reliable access to water, modern sanitary systems, safe roads and improved pedestrian access. Ohioans can count on me to continue advocating for investments that support economic growth and improve the quality of life for families across our state."

"Our tireless work to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to return benefits to our neighborhoods and communities. I advocated under multiple Administrations of both parties for this major Federal project to spur economic development in Downtown Toledo," said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). "This will allow our City to better connect our neighborhoods to growth and opportunity. I'm thankful that our officials finally put politics aside to bring our tax dollars back home and make this dream a reality. Looking forward to breaking ground, and the day we finish this project for our people."

"We can now move full speed ahead on delivering the kind of investment that will define this district for decades to come," said Brandon Sehlhorst, the City's Chief of Growth. "We're grateful to have a green light from the federal government to keep building."