Community Project Funding FY27
Congresswoman Julie Johnson has submitted funding requests for important community projects in Texas' 32 Congressional District to the House Appropriations Committee. The requests were evaluated by an Advisory Board composed of community leaders with varied backgrounds in economic development, non-profit, and local government from across Texas’ 32nd Congressional District.
Under guidelines issued by the Appropriations Committee, each Representative may request funding for up to 20 projects in their community for fiscal year 2027, while only a handful may actually be funded. Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams, and only state, local, and tribal governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congresswoman Johnson has certified that she, her spouse, and her immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects he has requested.
Requested Projects
City of Balch Springs - Multipurpose Recreation Center Facility and Storm Shelter Facility
This project will be for the construction and development of a Multipurpose Recreation Center/Emergency Management Storm Shelter that will support youth recreational programs and serve the regional community and surrounding communities as a storm shelter during emergencies. This project represents a critical investment in public safety, community wellness, and long‑term resilience for North Texas residents.
Requested: $5,409,835
Recipient and Address: City of Balch Springs, 13503 Alexander Rd, Balch Springs, TX
Project location: 4208 Shepherd Ln, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development – EDI
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Forest Audelia Community Center
A partnership between Dallas Parks & Recreation, the Better Block Foundation, and the neighborhood, this project will transform a vacant, dilapidated shopping center into a neighborhood park and multipurpose center. The project will include indoor space for a cultural center, recreation center, library, police station, and boxing gym.
Requested: $500,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: 9758 Forest Lane, Dallas, Texas 75243
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ EDI
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Masters Drive Park & Sports Complex
This project will develop a sports complex and neighborhood park on South Masters Drive in Pleasant Grove, directly across from H. Grady Spruce High School and A+ Academy Secondary School. The complex will transform approximately 10 acres of vacant land into active park space, including athletic fields, spectator seating, lighting, parking, and supporting amenities, in an area that currently lacks accessible parkland.
Requested: $2,000,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla, Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: 404 South Masters Drive, Dallas, Texas 75217
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ EDI
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
UT Dallas - Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Development Center (AMWDC)
The University of Texas at Dallas would establish an Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Development Center (AMWDC) that integrates cutting-edge instruction with immersive, industry-relevant hands-on training to meet the evolving workforce needs of the Texas technology-based economy. The funds would specifically be used for the construction of a workshop space and the acquisition of equipment.
Requested: $2,000,000
Recipient and Address: The University of Texas at Dallas 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080
Project location: 800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson, Texas 75080
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ EDI
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
Dallas County Esperanza Community Center Health Clinic
This project will improve community health outcomes in Dallas County by constructing a health clinic at the local Esperanza Community Center, focusing on general and family medicine, pediatrics, and dentistry. The funds will go toward the reconstruction and renovation of the space, to include examination rooms, laboratory areas, and restrooms.
Requested: $3,528,500
Recipient and Address: Esperanza Community Center at Dobie LGC, 500 Elm Street, Suite 3100, Dallas, TX 75202
Project location: 14040 Rolling Hills, Dallas, TX 75240
Approps Subcommittee: Labor, Health and Human Services – HRSA
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Skillman Street Infrastructure Improvements
The Skillman Road Infrastructure Improvements project will modernize 4.1 miles of a critical east Dallas corridor between Live Oak Street and Abrams Road through traffic signal upgrades, ADA-compliant sidewalk reconstruction, pedestrian crossing enhancements, median and landscaping improvements, intersection redesign, potential lane reconfiguration, and bicycle safety upgrades to reduce crashes, improve accessibility, and support neighborhood commercial activity.
Requested: $5,000,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: Skillman Street between Live Oak Street and Abrams Road, Dallas, Texas 75206, 75214, 75231
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development - Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
MLK School-Based Medical and Dental Clinic
This funding will establish a new health center to serve Dallas ISD students and residents in the surrounding area with medical and dental services. Its primary goal is to remove barriers to care—like cost, transportation, and parents needing to miss work—by bringing high-quality medical and dental services into the school environment.
Requested: $280,000
Recipient and Address: Martin Luther King Jr. Family Clinic dba Foremost Family Health Centers, 2922B MLK Jr Blvd, Dallas TX 75215
Project location: 15800 Seagoville Road, Dallas, TX 75253
Approps Subcommittee: Labor, Health and Human Services - HRSA
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
DART - Cityplace Tower Modernization Project
This project will comprehensively revitalize the interior of DART’s only subterranean light rail passenger station at both the mezzanine and the lowest level. All finishes will be replaced with contemporary, durable materials to create a brighter, more comfortable rider experience while reducing long-term maintenance needs, and updated building systems will be seamlessly integrated to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Requested: $5,000,000
Recipient and Entity Address: Dallas Area Rapid Transit, 1401 Pacific, Dallas, TX 75202
Project location: 2500 Cityplace West Blvd, Dallas, TX 75204
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ Transit
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Balch Springs - Shepherd Lane Improvement Project
This request would fund improvements on Shepherd Lane between Quail Drive and Seagoville Road. This will include reconstructing the existing two-lane concrete roadway into a three-lane concrete roadway with sidewalks, curb and gutter, and a shared-use path.
Requested: $6,293,300
Recipient and Address: City of Balch Springs, 13503 Alexander Rd, Balch Springs, TX, 75181
Project location: Shepherd Lane, Balch Springs, TX 751810
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development - Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas – Military Parkway Infrastructure Improvements
This project will support final design and construction of improvements to 4.2 miles of Military Parkway between Forney Road and Buckner Boulevard in the Parkdale Urbandale neighborhoods of Dallas, including implementation of priority Complete Streets improvements identified in the Military Parkway Complete Streets Corridor Study, including traffic calming, pedestrian crossings, ADA compliant sidewalks, bicycle facilities, intersection upgrades, and safety enhancements to reduce crashes and improve multimodal access along the corridor.
Requested: $5,000,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: Military Parkway from Forney Road to Buckner Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75227
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development – Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Bachman Lake Park Safety Improvements and Trail Connections
This funding would be used to construct grade-separated pedestrian and bicycle connections and to improve bridge corridor safety, eliminating dangerous crossings and providing safe, direct access to park amenities. Currently, residents seeking to access the park must cross complex intersections where roadway geometry and vehicle speeds pose significant barriers and safety risks. The project enhances access to public recreation, supports active transportation, and strengthens neighborhood connectivity.
Requested: $5,000,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: 3500 West Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX 75220
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development – Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Abrams Road Infrastructure Improvements
This project will include comprehensive corridor improvements along 3.3 miles of Abrams Road, from Richmond Avenue to Northwest Highway. Infrastructure improvements will include traffic signal modernization, ADA-compliant sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, median and streetscape enhancements, intersection redesign, potential lane reconfiguration, and bicycle safety improvements to reduce crashes, improve accessibility, and support neighborhood-serving commercial activity.
Requested: $4,800,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: Abrams Road from Richmond Avenue to Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX 75201
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development – Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Balch Springs - McKenzie Road Improvement Project
This funding will be used for roadway improvements to McKenzie Road. This will include the reconstruction of the existing two-lane concrete roadway into a four-lane roadway with sidewalks, a median, and a bike lane.
Requested: $6,594,360
Recipient and Address: City of Balch Springs, 13503 Alexander Rd, Balch Springs, TX
Project location: McKenzie Road, Balch Springs, TX 75181
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development - Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Garland Road Erosion Control Improvements
The Garland Road Erosion Control Improvements project will address severe shoreline erosion along White Rock Lake adjacent to Garland Road by installing approximately 1,125 linear feet of sheet piling bulkhead to permanently stabilize the shoreline, protect the White Rock Lake Trail and adjacent roadway infrastructure, enhance public safety, and preserve a major recreational and transportation asset.
Requested: $4,500,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: Garland Road near East Lawther Drive, Dallas, TX 75218
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development – Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
DART - Cityplace Tunnel Cellular Service Project
This project will provide continuous cellular coverage throughout the 3.36-mile tunnel beneath the Cityplace light rail station, ensuring reliable communication for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) personnel, first responders, and riders traveling through the corridor. The system will enable first responders and transit staff to coordinate more effectively during incidents, improving response times, operational awareness, and overall safety within the tunnel environment.
Requested: $5,000,000
Recipient and Entity Address: Dallas Area Rapid Transit, 1401 Pacific, Dallas, TX 75202
Project location: 2500 Cityplace West Blvd, Dallas, TX 75204
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ Transit
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
City of Dallas - Midway Road Safety Improvements
This project will fund safety improvements along Midway Road between Trinity Mills Road and the President George Bush Turnpike in Far North Dallas. Improvements include crash barriers, upgraded traffic signals, improved sidewalks and curbs, enhanced lighting, and upgraded signage and striping to reduce crashes and improve safety for drivers, pedestrians, and nearby residents.
Requested: $3,000,000
Recipient and Address: City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla Dallas, TX 75201
Project location: Midway Road, Dallas, Texas
Approps Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development_ Highway
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
UT Dallas - Center for Nuclear Engineering Research and Workforce Development
This funding would be used to establish the Center for Nuclear Engineering Research and Workforce Development at UT Dallas, a premier regional hub for the advancement of nuclear technologies and their integration into the modern industrial landscape. As electricity demand surges due to the rapid expansion of AI-driven data centers and the industrial electrification of Texas energy production, traditional grid infrastructure faces unprecedented strain.
Requested: $2,000,000
Recipient and Address: The University of Texas at Dallas 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080
Project location: 800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson, Texas 75080
Approps Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies – NIST
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
East Texas A&M University/Dallas ISD - NASA Summer STEM Academy
This project will fund a summer-in-residence and/or a non-resident academy for Dallas ISD students, providing supplemental math and science education integrating telescope usage, planetarium shows, and biology and chemistry labs to engage students in space-themed curricula and strengthen their overall STEM knowledge.
Requested: $1,201,000
Recipient and Address: East Texas A&M University, 8750 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75231
Project location: 2200 Campbell Street, Commerce, TX 75428
Approps Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies – NASA
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
UT Dallas - High-Density Power Electronic Systems (HIDEPS)
This funding will be used to establish the required equipment in HIDEPS, part of the UT Dallas North Texas Semiconductor Institute. An important outcome of the project will be the training of students who will gain knowledge and skills needed to manufacture and test systems for these applications. The technology and test capabilities proposed will also be applicable in areas such as smart grid, energy, and autonomous vehicles, all of which are important to the North Texas business community.
Requested: $3,000,000
Recipient and Address: The University of Texas at Dallas 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080
Project location: 800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson, Texas 75080
Approps Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies - NIST
Certification Stating No Financial Interest in This Project
UT Dallas - Institute for Responsible Artificial Intelligence
This funding for the UT Dallas Institute for Responsible Artificial Intelligence would be used to provide high-end GPU-based computer clusters and related equipment, as well as to cover staffing needs at the institute. The Institute will serve as a resource for educational institutions in the region and support the development of an AI workforce through customized academic programs.
Requested: $3,000,000
Recipient and Address: The University of Texas at Dallas 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080
Project location: 800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson, Texas 75080
Approps Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies - NIST