The deadline for local governments to obligate funds received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA or SLFRF if State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds ) is December 31, 2024. Local governments may not have completely spent their allotment; however, all units of government must obligate their entire allotment by the deadline through their grant project ordinance (GPO).
If your unit has not fully obligated all funds by having projects approved by the governing body, please make plans to have the GPO on the agenda as early as possible for approval prior to 12/31/2024. You will have until December 31, 2026, to complete projects and fully expend funding. Local governments may also want to review all ARPA/SLFRF records, policies and reports for completeness (keeping these until 12/31/2031). If you need assistance with spending plans or have questions regarding your ARPA/SLFRF program, reach out to Michelle Nance at mnance@centralina.org.
