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Funding Programs

The Palm Beach MPO plans and prioritizes state and federal funds for transportation projects in Palm Beach County. As part of this process, the MPO administers an annual competitive call for projects process. The application portal is typically open from October to February and ranked in the List of Priority Projects (LOPP), adopted in July. Scoring criteria is based on the Goals and Objectives of the Palm Beach MPO’s adopted Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). 

A promotional graphic from the Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization. The top shows two photos: a new bridge over water on the left and a street with a green bike lane on the right. Below, two colored boxes describe funding programs. The blue box titled “Major Projects” lists: total funds about $23.8 million per year; funding range $500,000–$5 million; eligible on federal-aid eligible roads within the urbanized area; project examples include roadway improvements, safety infrastructure, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, transit capital facilities, and freight facilities. The green box titled “Transportation Alternatives” lists: total funds about $5.1 million per year; funding range $250,000–$1.5 million; eligible on and off roads; project examples include pedestrian and bicycle facilities, Safe Routes to School facilities, and safety infrastructure. At the bottom, text states “Applications Due: February 13, 2026 at 5 p.m.” with a link “PalmBeachMPO.org/Funding.” The footer includes the address 301 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 and email Funding@PalmBeachMPO.org

The Palm Beach MPO hosted its Funding Program Workshop in Fall 2025 to provide information on available transportation funding opportunities, eligibility requirements, and the application process for the FY 2026 Call for Projects. Submitted applications are currently under review, and the final List of Priority Projects is anticipated to be presented in July 2026. The next Call for Project Applications for the FY 2027 funding cycle is expected to open in Fall 2026.

View the Workshop PowerPoint
Watch the Workshop Recording

Major Projects

The MPO Major Projects list prioritizes state and federal funds annually for projects in Palm Beach County within the Urbanized Area. The MPO’s LRTP identifies the cost feasible and illustrative projects eligible for funding in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Visit the Major Projects page.

Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program

The TA Program is an annual call for projects funded with a sub-allocation of the MPO’s federal Surface Transportation Block Grant funds for non-motorized pedestrian and bicycle facilities for Complete Streets, safety, and recreation. Visit the Transportation Alternatives page.

Other Funding Programs