Raise 24 grant awarded to fort wayne, in; southeast corridors planning study

The City of Fort Wayne received a $3.827 million Project Grant from the Federal Highway Administration (FHA) under the National Infrastructure Investments program (CFDA 20.933), also known as BUILD/RAISE grants, awarded on September 18, 2025. The grant funds the Southeast Corridors Planning Study, a planning and feasibility analysis project scheduled for completion by December 31, 2029. This planning study will support surface transportation infrastructure improvements in Fort Wayne by conducting comprehensive analysis and planning activities to identify priorities and strategies for regional corridor development and multimodal transportation connectivity.

As a competitive grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the National Infrastructure Investments program prioritizes projects demonstrating significant local or regional impact while advancing safety, sustainability, economic competitiveness, and infrastructure improvements. The planning study deliverables will inform future capital investment decisions and infrastructure development strategies in the Fort Wayne region, with funds available for obligation through September 2028 and expenditure through September 2033. The City of Fort Wayne, as the grant recipient, is responsible for maintaining comprehensive project records and financial documentation in accordance with federal audit requirements.