Navigating project funding alternatives
Funding is a critical component of any infrastructure project. Limited resources, public support, and state and federal regulations can all impact a project. Let us take the guesswork out of navigating project funding alternatives, facilitating stakeholder support, and understanding upcoming regulations so your project can move forward on your timeline.
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KLJ is ready to partner with your agency or community to help identify infrastructure priorities and align them with current and upcoming funding opportunities. Our team works closely with you to navigate available resources and support the successful development of essential community projects.
- Matching of infrastructure and community development projects with state and federal funding resources
- Tracking of existing, upcoming, and renewing federal and state funding programs
- Acting as liaison with state and federal funding agencies
- Development of strategic project roadmaps & project priority lists based on available funding
Our team supports the entire grant process—from research and funding identification to grant writing, submission, and ongoing management—helping you secure and administer the resources needed to move your projects forward.
- Grant research and strategic recommendations
- Summaries of state and federal grant notices of funding
- Project assessment for grant competitiveness
- Application Development
- Development of grant applications
- Environmental Assessments/Planning
- Community Benefit Plans
- Stakeholder and Community Engagement
- Assistance with Grant submission and management
- Development of support documentation
- Benefit Cost Analysis Development & Techno-Economic Analysis
- Grant Obligation and Reporting Requirements
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control (review of grant applications for completeness and competitiveness
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) requires communities and regions to maintain an up-to-date Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to remain eligible for federal funding opportunities. Increasingly, these strategic plans are being used to guide community priorities and align funding with long-term development goals.
KLJ is well-versed in EDA guidelines and delivers CEDS plans that meet federal standards while addressing local needs. Our team provides baseline economic data, in-depth market analysis, meaningful public and stakeholder engagement, and comprehensive reporting. These efforts support economic development, diversification, and long-term community resilience.
- Development of CEDS
- Development of Economic Diversification Strategies
- Development of Economic Resilience Plans
State and federal legislation directly influence community infrastructure planning, funding, and compliance. A clear understanding of administrative priorities, related policies, and governing statutes is essential for communities to remain compliant and competitive when pursuing state and federal funding opportunities. KLJ helps communities align their infrastructure goals with evolving legislative and regulatory landscapes to support successful, future-ready development.
- Monitor state and federal legislation
- Track engineering regulations
- Understanding funding appropriation
Additional services you may need for your project:
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Colstrip Economic Diversification Strategy
The City of Colstrip, MT had a challenge. The primary source of employment, the Colstrip Power Plant, is on schedule to shut down two of their four major units by July of 2022. Hundreds of people will be impacted by the closure, and the community needed a strategic plan to provide guidance for diversification for residents.
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Minnewaukan Community Relocation and Flood Protection
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