Here's How Eagan Will Spend Its American Rescue Plan Funds

EAGAN, MN — The city of Eagan was awarded $6.9 million from the federal American Rescue Plan that was signed into law last year. That's according to the new ARPA Tracker created by the GREATER MSP Partnership.

"The MSP ARPA Tracker creates transparency into how cities and counties in our region are prioritizing $1.2 billion in flexible federal funding," said Peter Frosch, President & CEO of the GREATER MSP Partnership.

"The decisions these cities and counties make now regarding their ARPA funds are incredibly important to our future. Maximizing the opportunity with ARPA funding could make our region more inclusive, safe, vibrant and competitive for decades to come. This is our chance to jumpstart a generation of growth and prosperity in the Greater MSP region."

All of the nearly $7 million distributed to Eagan will be spent on government operations.

Specifically, the money will fund these projects and initiatives:

• $5,416,053 -> Lost revenue to be determined
• $5,100 -> Eagan Civic Arena, Lost revenue
• $820,000 -> Eagan Community center, HVAC Improvements
• $436,190 -> Eagan Community Center - Lost revenue
• $100,000 -> Well improvements at Blackhawk Park
• $30,000 -> COVID sick leave policy
• $10,000 -> Hiring incentive, Parks and Rec Department

Find out more information using the ARPA Tracker.