Michigan Infrastructure Office

Reminder: Michigan communities can apply for the current window of free federal infrastructure grant support through the Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center until June 10th at 11:59 PM!

Applications are now open for Window 2 (2026) of the Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center (TAC). Michigan communities can apply for free support with federal infrastructure grants, including grant writing, grant identification, and benefit-cost analysis.

TAC support is available for the following anticipated federal grant opportunities:
• Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
• Bridge Investment Program (BIP) Bridge Project
• Rural Business Development Grants (RBDG)
• Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development

Applications are open from May 26th to June 10th at 11:59pm.

Apply or learn more:
https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/issues/michigan-infrastructure-office/michigan-infrastructure-technical-assistance-center

Applications are now open for Window 2 (2026) of the Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center (TAC). Michigan communities can apply for free support with federal infrastructure grants, including grant writing, grant identification, and benefit-cost analysis.

TAC support is available for the following anticipated federal grant opportunities:
• Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
• Bridge Investment Program (BIP) Bridge Project
• Rural Business Development Grants (RBDG)
• Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development

Applications are open from May 26th to June 10th at 11:59pm.

Apply or learn more:
https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/issues/michigan-infrastructure-office/michigan-infrastructure-technical-assistance-center

Let’s honor the seafarers and maritime industry that keep Michigan connected across the Great Lakes and around the world.

On National Maritime Day, we recognize the infrastructure and shipping networks that power commerce throughout our state. Michigan’s first-ever Maritime Strategy is helping shape the future of our ports, strengthen freight movement, and support maritime jobs and economic growth across the state.

Every decision, big or small, shapes Michigan’s future. The Michigan Infrastructure Council has launched the Asset Management Essentials (AM) for Elected Officials and Decision Makers eLearning course: a free, self-paced program designed to help Michigan’s leaders make confident, informed infrastructure decisions.

In under three hours, participants will learn the essentials of AM, connect local challenges to statewide priorities, and strengthen collaboration between staff and leadership.

Want to make better-informed decisions for your community? Start your learning journey today: https://www.michigan.gov/mic/education-training/amessentials

There is a critical deadline coming up in less than 10 days for some Elective Pay eligible entities. Those filing on a calendar year basis must act by May 15 or risk losing out on federal dollars they've already earned. Contact your local Elective Pay Ambassador today to find out more.

Find your local Ambassador on the MIO TAC website: https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/issues/michigan-infrastructure-office/elective-pay

Did your school, church, or nonprofit install solar panels or EV chargers in 2025? The IRS could send you a check for 30% to 70% of project costs through the Elective Pay program. The filing deadline is May 15th.

The Michigan Infrastructure Office's Elective Pay Ambassadors offer free, one-on-one help walking eligible organizations through the application. A recent article in Planet Detroit broke down who qualifies, what projects count, and how to reach your regional ambassador before the window closes:

The IRS will send your church or school a check. The deadline is May 15. Michigan tax-exempt organizations that installed solar panels, EV chargers, or other clean energy equipment in 2025 can claim federal rebates.

MI Healthy Climate Conference 2026 - MIO TAC Elective Pay Ambassador Mike Wilson contributes his expertise to the panel: From Ideas to Investment- Building a Pipeline of Finance-ready Decarbonization Projects. Thanks for sharing, Mike!

Come find the Michigan Infrastructure Office's Elective Pay Ambassadors at today’s MI Healthy Climate Conference! Get your questions answered at MIO’s table located just outside the main auditorium.

The MIO Technical Assistance Center and our Elective Pay Ambassadors will be at the Michigan Healthy Climate Conference on Tuesday, April 21.

Stop by to learn how we’re supporting communities across Michigan in accessing funding and advancing infrastructure projects.

See you there!

The 2026 Michigan Healthy Climate Conference is April 21! Join us in Detroit “Advancing Climate Action Together” and turning climate commitments into healthier homes, cleaner air, resilient infrastructure, and thriving communities and businesses.

https://egle.idloom.events/MI-Climate-Conference-2026