BRECC Action Challenge Application Information Session
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Join NACo for an informational webinar on the application process for the Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities (BRECC) Action Challenge. The BRECC Action Challenge is a team-based technical assistance and capacity-building program resulting in a strategic economic diversification plan. Find out if your community is a good fit as BRECC program specialists walk you through the application process. Attendees will learn program services, eligibility criteria and how to apply for the BRECC Action Challenge. All coal-impacted communities are encouraged to apply!
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Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities
The Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities initiative connects coal communities, supports local leaders and builds capacity in under-resourced communities to advance new approaches and projects for economic diversification.
Billions in federal funding available now directly to counties through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Billions in federal funding available now directly to counties through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Economic Development Reauthorization Act included in Senate NDAA “Manager’s Amendment”
On September 19, U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and Ranking Member Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) filed a "manager's package" to be included into the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2025.
County Countdown – September 24, 2024
Every other week, NACo's County Countdown reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership.
Environmental Protection Agency announces $6.5 billion in available financing for water infrastructure projects
On September 6, the Environmental Protection Agency announced $6.5 billion in funding for the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act program.
Environmental Protection Agency announces $232 million in grants to clean up Brownfield sites
On September 6, the EPA announced $232 million in grant funding through the EPA’s Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, RLF, and Cleanup (MARC) program. Counties are eligible for funding to assess and clean up polluted brownfields within their jurisdiction.
Think Outside the Box: Coal Communities Embracing New Roles to Spark Economic Development
Coal-impacted counties are taking on new roles to promote economic development in their communities. Join the BRECC National Network this September to learn how counties are stepping into innovative sectors and pursuing unique projects to diversify their local economy.
Stage CARES (Community Abatement Resources & Economic Solutions): Patent-Pending, Evidence-Based Tools to Solve the Opioid Epidemic at County and State Levels
Join us for a NACo Sponsored webinar to spotlight Stage CARES – Community Abatement Resources Economic Solutions. CARES is designed to help counties and states effectively solve their opioid epidemic through innovative, evidence-based tools and strategies. This session will share insights from national and local leaders.
Discover how CARES patent-pending technology provides data-driven recommendations along with program cost estimates from Stage Analytics’ Co-founders and Principals, Dr. Caleb Alexander, and Dr. Bill Padula.
Learn how to develop evidence-based plans and budgets for your county’s opioid abatement strategy.
Gain practical knowledge from local leaders on how CARES enables efficient collaboration and coordination among stakeholders.
Explore the platform’s capabilities in collecting, measuring, and visualizing real-time, compliant data to meet settlement requirements.
This webinar offers a unique opportunity to see firsthand how Stage CARES can empower your community with the tools and insights needed to solve your opioid epidemic. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!