Only public housing agencies may apply for funds. Regional contacts are listed in Appendices IX and X . This program provides staff assistance to support partnerships between government and citizens to increase the number of rivers and landscapes protected and trails established nationwide. Private nonprofit organizations and federal, state and local government agencies are eligible to apply. The Urban Park and Recreation Recovery Program provides federal grants to local governments for the rehabilitation of recreation areas and facilities, demonstration of innovative approaches to improve park system management and recreation opportunities, and development of improved recreation planning.
Eligible applicants are cities and counties meeting the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility is based on need, economic and physical distress, and the relative quality and condition of urban recreation facilities and systems. See Appendix XI for regional contacts.