The ARPA Recovery Fund provides payments to eligible local governments in two tranches, each containing 50 percent of a county’s total fund allocation. Numerous counties have already received their first tranche.
Earlier this month, the Treasury released new information for counties providing more detail on how they can access their second tranche payment. This includes information on the payment process as well as how the county can ensure they are prepared for a quick certification. The second tranche of funding will be allocated by the Treasury no earlier than 12 months after a county has certified its first payment.
Over the next few weeks, the Treasury will open the submission portal in a phased approach. Counties will have access to the portal 30 days prior to the second payment date. They will receive notification by email from the Treasury letting them know when they can enter the portal.
Additionally, counties should verify that their assigned point of contact is still able to receive future communications. This individual will receive all email notifications on submission status, including issues found during the verification process and communication regarding the payment.
For more information, or instructions on how to designate a new point of contact, please click here.