How Olmsted County is using federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act

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  • Oct 17, 2022
Play button for Olmsted County's American Rescue Plan Act video. Text on screen reads Investing in Olmsted County for future generations.

Olmsted County’s latest video provides insight into how we are using nearly $31 million in federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Through ARPA, the federal government provided Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to promote recovery and improve community resilience. Olmsted County is committed to using these funds to help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its economic fallout, and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery.

Check out the video to learn more about how Olmsted County allotted ARPA funds to make investments in affordable housing, mental health services, and our natural environment.