This project will create an active transportation plan, a master street plan, an ADA transition plan, and develop a complete streets policy

The Federal Highway Administration awarded the City of Mena $2.747 million on April 7, 2026, under the National Infrastructure Investments (BUILD) program to develop comprehensive transportation planning and active transportation infrastructure in Mena, Arkansas.

The award funds creation of an active transportation plan, a master street plan, an ADA transition plan, and a complete streets policy. The project will also produce design and construction documentation for a direct connection from Queen Wilhelmina State Park to downtown Mena, with work intended to minimize railroad barriers and establish active transportation routes to major destinations and essential services.

Performance is scheduled through September 1, 2029, with all work conducted in Mena, AR. The City of Mena is the recipient and operates as a prime grantee receiving reimbursement for eligible project costs.

The project will also produce design and construction documentation to for a direct connection from queen wilhelmina state park to downtown mena. The project will minimize the railroad barrier and provide active transportation routes to major destinations and essential services.