Greener and Healthier Future in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County communities now have a landmark opportunity to shape a more resilient future! The 2025 Regional Park and Open Space District Competitive Grant Programs are releasing $58 million in Measure A funding to expand parks, restore natural lands, and build regional recreation spaces that close equity gaps across the County. With three distinct programs:
- Planning & Design ($18M)
- Natural Lands, Beaches, Water Conservation ($24M)
- Regional Recreation, Trails & Accessibility ($16M)
This cycle prioritizes projects that deliver multi-benefit impacts like stormwater capture, heat-island reduction, biodiversity, and equitable access. Importantly, at least 30% of all funds are set aside for High and Very High Need Study Areas, ensuring resources reach the communities that need them most. Whether it’s advancing shovel-ready trails, restoring wetlands, or creating new recreation hubs, these grants are designed to fuel transformative projects that directly uplift Los Angeles County residents.
Key Dates & Milestones
- Grant Program Release: July 15, 2025
- Application Portal Opens: August 1, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 30, 2025, at 10 a.m. PT
- Anticipated Award Announcements: March 2026
A Strategic Explosion of Federal Innovation Capital!
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau has unleashed $45.98 million in competitive funding through its Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Grant Program, offering up to $2 million per award—with the first $1 million requiring no local match. This electrifying opportunity empowers local agencies to unlock value from underutilized assets by exploring public-private partnerships, innovative financing models, and alternative delivery strategies. Picture LA leveraging TIFIA-eligible assets to turbocharge green transit, revitalize corridors, or streamline freight flow—without draining the local budget.
Application Deadline: October 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET
LA County is about to take center stage on the world’s streets!
Los Metro has launched the Cycle 6 & 7 Open & Slow Streets Competitive Grant Program, offering $10 million to transform roadways into vibrant, car-free celebrations of walking, biking, rolling, and community connection.
This cycle is uniquely timed to amplify the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games, ensuring that global events leave a lasting local legacy. Jurisdictions and Councils of Governments across LA County—and their nonprofit partners—can apply to host bold, multi-day open streets festivals or smaller neighborhood routes that uplift arts, culture, and recreation while advancing equity and sustainable mobility.
With an emphasis on Equity Focus Communities, this program encourages projects that expand access, reduce traffic injuries, and inspire residents to embrace healthier, more connected lifestyles—all while spreading the energy of the world’s biggest events into local neighborhoods.
Key Dates & Events
- Application Window: August 25 – October 10, 2025 (11:59 p.m. PT deadline)
- Matchmaking Form Deadline: September 12, 2025
- In-Person Application Workshop: Monday, September 8, 2025, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Metro HQ, Los Angeles
- Funding Announcements: December 2025
- Funds Available: January 2026 – December 2028
2025 LA Infrastructure Forum
Mark your calendars—November 3, 2025—for the third annual LA Infrastructure Forum, the premier gathering where vision meets action! Produced by ENR in partnership with Infrastructure LA, this year’s theme—Building for Resilience: Agencies Reset for the New Normal—puts the spotlight on bold strategies to drive equitable, climate-ready, 21st-century infrastructure across Los Angeles County.
With billions in state and federal grant dollars fueling transformative projects, this forum is your gateway to discover what’s coming, how to align, and where to collaborate.
Whether you’re chasing competitive grants, advancing resilience, or seeking industry alliances, this is the must-attend event to connect, strategize, and shape LA’s infrastructure future.
Event Details
- Date: Monday, November 3, 2025
- Location: Westin Bonaventure, Los Angeles, CA
- Produced by: ENR in partnership with Infrastructure LA
