This request is for funds to develop an action plan for future construction of safe and functional sidewalks in the city of murfreesboro

The City of Murfreesboro received a $288,000 Project Grant from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program (CFDA 20.939) to develop a comprehensive action plan for future construction of safe and functional sidewalks. The award, effective July 15, 2025 through March 31, 2026, supports planning and preparatory activities in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, positioning the municipality to advance pedestrian infrastructure safety through strategic action planning aligned with the SS4A program's mission to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries.

Under this planning grant, the City of Murfreesboro will conduct the foundational work necessary to establish a comprehensive safety action plan focused on sidewalk infrastructure. This deliverable will inform subsequent infrastructure improvement projects and implementation strategies that address transportation safety for pedestrians and other vulnerable road users. The planning phase will enable the city to conduct data analysis, engage stakeholders, and develop targeted recommendations for sidewalk development that meet federal and local safety standards prior to construction implementation.