Tribal transportation program

The Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) was awarded a $382,549.63 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on December 11, 2023. This grant funding supports the Tribal Transportation Program, which enables GRIC to deliver critical transportation infrastructure projects and services within the tribal community. Specifically, the grant will fund road construction, transit operations, and infrastructure improvements on the Gila River Indian Reservation in Sacaton, Arizona. As a federally recognized tribal government, GRIC leverages this federal grant award to enhance the transportation system and mobility for its approximately 21,300 enrolled members, while also contributing to national objectives in areas such as infrastructure development and public safety.