Community Connectivity Grant Funding Open for CT Municipalities to Improve Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety, Boost Access to Downtown Areas

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today announced the opening of the seventh solicitation for the Community Connectivity Grant Program (CCGP).

The CCGP provides state funding for municipal construction projects aimed at improving safety and accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users in urban, suburban, and rural communities.

“By investing in municipal infrastructure projects, we are empowering towns and cities to take charge of their development, creating pedestrian-friendly spaces through collaboration with residents, advocates, and local officials,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. “These projects revitalize our downtown areas, increase foot traffic, support local businesses, and elevate the overall quality of life for both residents and visitors.”

In October, the State Bond Commission approved $12 million for 2025 Community Connectivity projects. The funding will cover construction activities ranging from $100,000 to $800,000.

Municipalities that previously received funding under this program must have submitted and received approval for their final project design by the application deadline in order to be considered for funding. Municipalities selected to receive grants will be expected to complete their projects within three years.

Grant applications are available on the program’s webpage and will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

In 2024, CTDOT awarded more than $12 million in grants to 17 municipalities for projects improving transportation safety and accessibility. Since its inception in 2019, the program has awarded over $62 million in grants for 138 projects across Connecticut.

For more information on the Community Connectivity Grant Program, please visit portal.ct.gov/dot/programs/ccgp.