Advocacy Spotlight: Improving Connectivity in Main Streets through Infrastructure Investments
Learn how Main Streets can tap into federal resources to improve transportation infrastructure, take down barriers, and improve access to key services.
Michael Jarosz is the Manager of Government Relations, supporting Main Street America through policy and advocacy. In this position, Michael coordinates projects related to communicating the value of Main Street to decision-makers, demonstrating how federal funding sources are used in Main Street communities, and researching and tracking policy and funding that may be important to Main Street organizations.
Prior to this position, Michael supported policy and advocacy work for the National Alliance to Impact the Social Determinants of Health (NASDOH), a national network of health care and social service providers. Working in various positions at the local, state, and federal levels, he’s focused his work around advancing policies that promote healthy communities and economic development. Michael has a track record for robust collaboration, policy research, communications, and project management.
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Michael currently resides in Washington, D.C., where he is pursuing a master’s degree in urban planning from Georgetown University. He is involved in various local projects to activate D.C.’s public realm through placemaking efforts. Michael received a Master of Public Policy and a Bachelor of Arts in Global Public Health from the University of Virginia.
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Articles & Publications
Apply for the USDOT RAISE Grant to Improve Your District’s Transportation Infrastructure
The RAISE program funds surface transportation projects with local and regional impact by enhancing safety, mobility, sustainability, and economic growth.
Streetscape improvements can make a big difference for Main Streets. © Grant Harper
Apply for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant
Apply for federal funding to remove, retrofit, or mitigate transportation infrastructure that creates barriers to community connectivity.
Advocacy Spotlight: Transportation is a Key Component of Downtown Revitalization
Streets play an important role in our downtown districts. Learn more about Main Street America's recent work with the Department of Transportation to promote vibrant and sustainable downtown roadways.
Community Development Block Grant Case Studies
Learn about the many ways in which CDBG dollars are used throughout Main Street communities, from building façade improvements, to green infrastructure, to public facility improvements, and much more.
Federal Funding Sources for Main Streets
This resource from Main Street America offers a list of over 25 grant programs that can be used on Main Streets, with key information like eligible entities and matching requirements.
Danville, Virginia © River District Association
Apply for the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure has many benefits for Main Streets. Learn how to apply for federal funding to support EV charging in your community.
Apply for the Safe Streets and Roads for All Program to Support Safety in Your Downtown
Learn how the Safe Streets and Roads for All program is providing grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries.
Streetscape in Denison, Texas. © Mel Climer — Climer Design