This grants purpose is to assist with the construction of the downtown terminal

The City of Monroe received a $1.25 million Formula Grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526), awarded on September 11, 2025. The grant funds the construction of a new downtown transit center located near the intersection of 8th and Desiard Street in Monroe, Louisiana. This facility will serve as a transfer point for the traveling public, enabling efficient connections between transit services while maintaining current operations and improving organizational efficiency.

The transit center project is expected to enhance the regional transportation network and provide Monroe residents with improved access to critical services including healthcare, employment opportunities, and educational institutions. The project has an anticipated completion date of April 24, 2028, with no sub-recipient activities involved. As a formula grant, this award represents statutory funding allocation to a local governmental authority for capital infrastructure supporting fixed-route bus service operations.

Activities

Construct a new transit center on the property located near the intersection of 8TH and desiard street.

Expected outcomes

The expected outcome of the grant is a new facility will be constructed to be used as a transfer point for the traveling public to maintain current operations and improve the efficiency of the organization.

Intended beneficiaries

The activities will enhance the regional transportation network and give residents access to health care jobs and educational access.

Subrecipient activities

No sub-recipient activity