This grant funds rebuilding the Bellows Falls Amtrak station platform to meet ADA and Amtrak standards, improving accessibility for all Vermont residents and visitors.
Funder: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Due Dates: April 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 total; one anticipated award; cost sharing/matching required.
Summary: Supports reconstruction of the Bellows Falls Rail Station platform to meet ADA and Amtrak standards for improved accessibility in Vermont.
Key Information: Only the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is eligible to apply.
This opportunity provides funding for the reconstruction of the Bellows Falls Amtrak Station platform in Vermont. The project is designed to bring the platform into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Amtrak standards, ensuring accessible and convenient rail service for all residents and visitors to Vermont. The grant is part of the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program, specifically under a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) allocation.