Economic Strength Project Program (ESP)

The ESP program offers grants for road construction projects. This is a very competitive program. Projects are rated and ranked by a Selection Committee based on the economic impact of the jobs created or retained and the capital investment made in the community. 

For more detailed information about the Economic Strength Project program, please read the Program Summary or direct your questions to the Program Manager.

Application Process
Application announcements for the ESP program are made twice a year. Once an announcement is made an eligible applicant (a city, town, county, tribal or other governmental or political jurisdiction) may submit an application to the Department of Commerce. Funding recommendations will be forwarded to the State Transportation Board, which makes the final funding decisions.

NOTICE: Due to State budget constraints, the ESP grant program is on hold until further notice.

Grants Awarded
To view the ESP grant awarded for Round 08-2, please click here.