To install a 40 X 60-foot transit building that will house the tribes transit program vehicle fleet from the harsh climate and extreme weather conditions in this subarctic alaska village

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded Iliamna Village Council $445,280 on August 6, 2026, under the Formula Grants for Rural Areas and Tribal Transit Program (CFDA 20.509) to construct a 40-by-60-foot transit building with three garage bays that will house and protect the tribe's transit program vehicle fleet from harsh subarctic weather and extreme conditions in Iliamna, Alaska.

The facility will serve as a secure maintenance and storage structure to reduce weather-related service delivery interruptions, prevent vandalism-related damage to transit vehicles, and extend their operational lifespan. The building will benefit tribal citizens and the general public in and around the Iliamna community. The award obligates $445,280 with a period of performance through February 28, 2027, and performance is located in Alaska. The recipient is Iliamna Village Council, a federally recognized Alaska Native tribal government. No sub-recipients are identified in this award.

Activities

The proposed transit structure will include three garage bays. Due to the extreme weather conditions IT is imperative that the transit vans are stored in a secure facility when not in operation to extend their useful lifespan and to ensure they are protected from vandalism. Constructing a transit building is essential to further developing the transit program in iliamna.

Expected outcomes

The maintenance facility will house transit vehicles in a secure facility will reduce service delivery interruptions as there will be no weather-related delays or delays due to damage inflicted on the transit vehicles.

Intended beneficiaries

Tribal citizens and other citizens of the community (general public) in and around the community of iliamna alaska.