The Grants & Intergovernmental Affairs division coordinates the City’s relationships with state agencies, regional partners, and federal programs. This division ensures that Silver Falls pursues strategic funding opportunities, complies with grant requirements, and participates in broader regional initiatives that support economic development, environmental stewardship, infrastructure resilience, and public safety improvements. By maintaining strong partnerships with neighboring municipalities, county agencies, transportation authorities, and environmental organizations, the City is better positioned to respond to community needs and long-term challenges.
Silver Falls actively competes for grants that support major capital upgrades, affordable housing, sustainability programs, transportation improvements, and energy efficiency initiatives. The division works closely with the Public Works Department on stormwater and riverbank stabilization grants, the Police and Fire Departments on public safety enhancement grants, and the Building and Planning divisions on development and revitalization opportunities. Staff ensure that applications are strategic, technically sound, and aligned with both the City’s goals and grantor expectations.
The division also leads intergovernmental cooperation efforts, facilitating communication between Silver Falls and statewide agencies such as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Wisconsin Emergency Management, the Department of Natural Resources, and federal agencies like FEMA and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Strong coordination ensures that Silver Falls is prepared to participate in regional projects, emergency response plans, environmental programs, and workforce development efforts.
Grant Administration and Compliance
The division manages post-award responsibilities, including documentation, reporting, financial tracking, community engagement requirements, and verification of grant outcomes. Compliance ensures that the City maintains eligibility for future funding and continues to be viewed as a reliable partner. Staff also help City departments anticipate upcoming grant cycles and identify new funding opportunities.
Grants & Intergovernmental Affairs strengthens Silver Falls by expanding resources, building regional partnerships, and ensuring that public investments generate long-term benefits for residents.