The Latest News from TPA

TPA Volunteers at Love Irvine Event

TPA was so honored to volunteer at Love Irvine’s Citywide Serve Day event earlier this month! Volunteer projects were held throughout the City, including beautification projects, park clean ups, trail clean ups, food pantry organization, clothing donation sorting and organizing, and more. TPA Director Eric O’Donnell, Business Coordinator Melissa Sfakianakis, and Administrative Associate Ali Andrew had a rewarding day unpacking, sorting, and stocking donated food items at South County Outreach’s Food Pantry in Irvine.

South County Outreach provides crucial support to families and individuals facing financial hardship, offering a unique food market setup where those in need can shop for their preferred items for free.

Thank you, Irvine, for hosting a citywide serve initiative that makes a positive impact on the community! TPA is looking forward to our continued partnership with the City to transform its vision into a legacy. #TPAGivesBack

TPA Federal Team to Speak at MMASC Annual Conference

Attending the 2024 Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC) Annual Conference this week in Santa Barbara? Catch TPA Federal Advocacy Director Ben Goldeen and TPA Senior Associate Sammi Maciel on Thursday, November 14th from 9:00 AM-10:15 AM as they present on the importance of engaging in the legislative process and making California voices heard in Washington, D.C.!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand insights from TPA’s experts on navigating the complexities of federal advocacy and fostering impactful relationships with policymakers. Ben and Sammi will break down key strategies for effectively communicating local priorities to federal decisionmakers, with actionable tips on how California communities can secure vital support and funding.

We hope you’ll join us to learn how you can make a difference in your community!

City of Los Alamitos Secures $1,904,734

We are thrilled to announce that TPA has successfully secured $1,904,734 in competitive funding in partnership with the City of Los Alamitos through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Project V Grant: Community-Based Transit Circulator Program!

This transformative funding will enhance the City’s ability to develop local, community-based transit services that complement regional transit services, meeting residents’ mobility needs in areas that are currently underserved.

At TPA, we are proud to champion initiatives that improve and strengthen California communities. This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of the City to provide the highest degree of services to ensure Los Alamitos is a safe and enjoyable place to live, visit, and conduct business.

Once again, congratulations, Los Alamitos, and thank you to everyone that was involved in this success!

Client Showcase: City of Fort Bragg

TPA is honored to announce that we have been retained by the City of Fort Bragg to provide Grant Writing services.

We look forward to our collaboration with the City to help transform its vision into a legacy.

Thank you, Fort Bragg!

SacRT Commemorates $76 Million Grant Award

TPA had the pleasure of attending the Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) press event to commemorate the Federal Transit Administration‘s (FTA) grant award of $77 million dollars in funding for their Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses, Maintenance Facility Modernization, and Workforce Development Project.

In addition, SacRT received $10 million from SB125 provided by SACOG, $7.5 million from HVIP by CARB, and $3 million from SMAQMD, utilized as local match, bringing SacRT’s available funds to $94.3 million!

TPA is proud to have assisted in writing this winning application, which will enable SacRT to purchase new hydrogen fuel cell buses, replace aging fleet vehicles, construct a permanent hydrogen fueling station, modernize a key bus maintenance facility, and establish a workforce development program to train local workers in maintaining and operating the advanced zero-emission buses.

A project of this magnitude and complexity is only possible through strong support from Federal, State and Local leaders, and critical partnerships with California Air Resources Board (CARB), Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG), Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD), Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), New Flyer of America (New Flyer), American River College (ARC), Clean Cities Coalition (CCC), and the County and City of Sacramento.

In attendance were Ray Tellis, FTA Region 9 Administrator, Congresswoman Doris Matsui, Congressman Kevin Kiley, Congressman Ami Bera, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, Assembly Member Josh Hoover, and Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Guerra supported by SacRT General Manager/CEO Henry Li and a strong coalition of local and industry leaders.

Congratulations to all involved! TPA is honored to have played a part in this monumental achievement.

TPA Attends Cal Cities Annual Conference

The Annual League of California Cities Conference is in full swing here in Long Beach!

Townsend Public Affairs is excited to be a part of this incredible event, advocating for better communities across California. Stop by our booth on 7th Street to chat with our team of experienced advocates and grant writers! Let’s discuss how we can help turn your vision into a lasting legacy.

We look forward to connecting with you!