City Of Hickory

The City of Hickory is a municipal government located in North Carolina, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2001, with a current registration valid until January 2026. As a U.S. local government entity, the city primarily receives federal grant awards to support community development, infrastructure improvement, public safety, and local economic initiatives. These grants enable the city to address community needs, enhance urban infrastructure, and provide critical services to its residents through various federal funding programs.

The City of Hickory has received multiple federal grant awards across several key domains. Notable grants include Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, which provide formula funding to support housing, economic development, and community improvement projects targeting low- and moderate-income populations. The city has also received Justice Assistance Grants (JAG) from the Bureau of Justice Assistance for law enforcement equipment and training, such as purchasing forensic devices and virtual training platforms for the Hickory Police Department and Catawba County Sheriff's Office. Transportation-related grants from the Federal Highway Administration, like the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, have supported comprehensive safety action planning. Additionally, the city has secured sub-awards from the North Carolina Department of Transportation for various infrastructure projects, including street extensions, intersection improvements, bicycle and pedestrian path construction, and airport-related developments like runway and taxiway improvements.