This grant application is for section 5339(a) funds from FFY2023

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the City of Johnson City a formula grant totaling $130,000 ($104,000 in federal funds and $26,000 in state and local match) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The award, announced on August 21, 2025, funds the replacement of windows at the Johnson City Transit Station with energy-efficient units. The project involves removal of existing windows and installation of high-efficiency alternatives designed to reduce operational costs associated with heating and cooling the facility.

The expected outcomes include decreased energy consumption and related operational expenses for the transit station, benefiting the FTA, the State of Tennessee, the City of Johnson City, and taxpayers through reduced energy spending. The project carries an ultimate completion date of March 30, 2032, providing an extended timeline for implementation. This award represents a capital infrastructure improvement under the FTA's formula grant program, which allocates funds through statutory formulas to states and transit agencies for transit facility rehabilitation and related improvements.

Activities

Removal of current windows and replace with energy efficient windows.

Expected outcomes

The expected outcome would be to reduce the amount of money spent on heating and cooling the building.

Intended beneficiaries

The intended beneficiaries are the FTA state of tennessee the city of johnson city and the taxpayer due to the reduction in spending on energy.