The Latest News from TPA
At TPA, we are always working to champion the communities we serve. From community partnerships to drafting legislation and securing funding, chances are we have something exciting to share. Keep up with all our latest initiatives here.
New Client Showcase: City of Dublin
Jun 13, 2023
TPA is proud to announce that we have been retained by the City of Dublin to provide Grant Writing services!
We look forward to working with the City to help transform their vision into legacy.
Thank you, Dublin!
If you would like to learn more about how Townsend Public Affairs can help transform your vision into a legacy, please visit our contact page.
City of Dinuba Awarded $1,500,000 for Construction of New Water Well
May 23, 2023
TPA congratulates the City of Dinuba for being awarded $1,500,000 in Community Project Funding through the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act to construct a new water well, ensuring that residents have access to reliable drinking water.
This funding, secured by Senator Alex Padilla, will greatly support the City’s efforts to promote community health and well-being by ensuring all residents, families, and visitors have access to clean and safe drinking water. The construction of this new well will be a significant step in preserving the City’s prosperity and fostering development.
This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of the City to support community growth and enhance the quality of life throughout the region.
Congratulations, Dinuba!
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Sacramento Regional Transit District Awarded $45,096,936 to Purchase new Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles
May 15, 2023
Congratulations, Sacramento Regional Transit District, for successfully securing $45,096,936 through the Rail Vehicle Replacement Program administered by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to purchase 16 new low-floor light rail vehicles! SacRT was one of only six transit agencies nationwide and the only one in FTA Region 9 to be awarded this grant.
This critical funding will enable SacRT to continue to modernize its fleet and provide improved services and accessibility to its riders. With the addition of these new low-floor trains, SacRT will have a total of 44 new low-floor vehicles, a testament to the District’s commitment to lead the way in sustainable, clean, and equitable public transportation throughout the region.
This latest achievement is another example of SacRT’s mission to be a leader in providing mobility options for the communities it serves.
Once again, congratulations to SacRT and to all who made this major funding achievement possible!
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Golden State Natural Resources Awarded $500,000 for Forest Resiliency Efforts
May 09, 2023
TPA congratulates Golden State Natural Resources for successfully securing $500,000 through the Wood Products Infrastructure Assistance Program administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to transform excess biomass into high quality products and support forest resiliency.
This funding will support GSNR’s crucial efforts to mitigate fire risks throughout the state through innovative solutions that transform fire fuels into marketable wood products. By reducing hazardous fire fuels, GSNR will help protect the health and safety of all Californians, while simultaneously encouraging economic growth and environmental conservation.
This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of GSNR to promote forest resiliency, health and safety, economic growth, and quality of life throughout California’s rural communities.
Once again, congratulations GSNR!
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Sacramento Regional Transit District Awarded $8,553,000 for Systems Upgrade Project
May 02, 2023
TPA congratulates Sacramento Regional Transit District for successfully securing $8,553,000 through the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) administered by the California State Transportation Agency to upgrade its information systems and provide higher quality services to its riders.
This TIRCP award will fully fund SacRT’s train technology implementation component, which will greatly enhance system reliability, as well as its quality of services. The project will address a number of improvements, including replacing disparate information systems, implementing new systems, creating methods of communications between all systems, and ensuring integration of SacRT’s vehicles and operations. Overall, these upgrades will improve transit efficiency and provide increased rider accessibility.
This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of SacRT to be a leader in providing mobility options for the communities it serves.
Once again, congratulations SacRT!
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City of El Monte Awarded $3,000,000 for Marijuana Mitigation
Apr 21, 2023
TPA congratulates the City of El Monte for successfully securing a grant in the amount of $3,000,000 through the Prop 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program administered by the Board of State & Community Corrections to assist in mitigating the effects of marijuana in its community.
The City’s winning proposal included three innovative approaches. The first approach will fund the creation of first-of-its-kind Commercial Code Enforcement and Community Service Officer positions. The individuals in these positions will actively work toward improving the Commercial Cannabis Program and will serve as liaisons between City and community stakeholders.
The second approach will support Community Service Officer positions to coordinate cannabis awareness programs for El Monte’s youth, specifically in the City’s most vulnerable areas and those near legal cannabis operators.
The final approach will help increase the capacity of the police department to proactively enforce both illegal and legal cannabis operators citywide.
TPA proudly advocated on the City’s behalf in Sacramento, securing support from the City’s Legislators and emphasizing the City’s critical needs in this area.
Once again, congratulations El Monte on this major funding achievement!
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