As equal-opportunity programs supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), applications are now open for CTAA’s Rural and Tribal Technical Assistance Programs. These programs offer free planning assistance to support local economic development and create jobs with public transportation. Potential projects may enhance, expand and improve existing services, establish new service and/or build or upgrade facilities. While no direct funding is provided, CTAA’s experts work with communities to identify potential investment sources. Learn more about these programs, and CTAA’s Director of Technical Assistance Programs, Charles Rutkowski, is available to answer any questions or help guide you through the application process at rutkowski@ctaa.org or 800.891.0590 x719.