Mayor announced at the Oct. 9 City Council meeting that Jonesboro received a $490,000 award from RDOT’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for the Higginbotham Creek Trail.

The mayor said, “Jonesboro was awarded $490,000 and for this TAP grant for the Higginbotham Creek Trail.” He said TAP is a reimbursement-style grant that covers 80% of costs with federal funds while the city provides a 20% local match.

The award supports projects to improve transportation options for pedestrians, bicyclists and other nonmotorized travel. The mayor framed the award as advancing the city’s commitment to walkability and recreation. The council did not engage in additional discussion during the meeting about the grant or next steps.

Details about a project timeline, specific project elements, or how the city will provide the 20% local match were not specified at the meeting.