Recommendation SI.38
Recommendation Status: Expand
Advance mutually beneficial project development through joint grant applications and joint bidding on capital improvement projects with neighboring municipalities to achieve economies of scale.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Assist with increasing opportunities to improve infrastructure for all neighborhoods.
Opportunity to improve economic leverage for improved projects.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Responsible Growth
Sustainable Infrastructure
Leading the Region
Inclusive
Economies
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis Economic Development Partnership
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
SLEDP general operating revenue
Tracking Implementation
Hire a grant writer consultant.
Tracking Success
Number of joint grant applications.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Publish successful applications.
If underperforming, what should we do?