The municipal EV readiness program will serve a diverse set of municipalities by preparing them to meet the growing demand for EVS and EV charging infrastructure

This $500,000 Project Grant awarded by the Federal Highway Administration (CFDA 20.200 - Highway Research and Development Program) will enable the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, a non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, to implement the Municipal EV Readiness Program. The program will guide at least 30 municipalities in the metropolitan Chicago area to become "EV ready" by facilitating the safe and rapid deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, promoting equitable investments, and supporting the growing transportation electrification ecosystem. The award has a performance period from December 23, 2024 to December 23, 2027. The program will involve comprehensive activities such as developing regional brands, conducting community engagement, creating digital outreach campaigns, and producing detailed climate action plans. The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus has also engaged sub-award partners like the Interstate Renewable Energy Council and University of Illinois to support program implementation.

The program will guide at least 30 municipalities to become EV ready by: facilitating the safe, rapid deployment of EV charging infrastructure, promoting equitable investments in EV charging infrastructure, and supporting the growing transportation electrification ecosystem.