She has served as a trustee and volunteer for the Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village. This table of contents is a navigational tool, processed from the In this role, she oversees loans and grants to provide infrastructure improvements; business development; affordable housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal, and high-poverty areas. These positions do not require Senate confirmation. Most recently, Valdez worked as an Assistant Professor of Management and the Director of the Health Care Administration Program in the School of Business at Adams State University. (5) To fund any activities considered unallowable by 2 CFR part 200, subpart E, Cost Principles, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation or successor regulations. (d) (e) Secure .gov websites use HTTPS (5) (h) Applicants will score higher on this criterion by presenting a clear, logical, realistic, and efficient work plan and budget. Russell has previously worked at Drake Universitys Agricultural Law Center, the Iowa Citizen Action Network, the National Catholic Rural Life Conference and Bishop Gorman High School in Law Vegas, Nevada. We also provide technical assistance loans and grants in partnership with non-profit organizations, Indian tribes, state and federal government agencies, and local communities. 27, 2023- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director in Iowa Theresa Greenfield today announced that the Department is investing $8,224,000 in loans and $300,000 in a grant to promote rural economic development and job creation projectsin sixIowa counties. FSA State Executive Directors oversee Farm Service Agency operations and agricultural policy implementation in the state. An official website of the United States government. While at Texas Tech, Adkins worked at the Texas A&M Agricultural Research and Experiment Station where he gained a deeper knowledge of agriculture. (1) The Agency will verify the performance status of the applicant's prior awards and make a determination after the FY 2023 application period closes. documents in the last year, by the Energy Department [email protected], The USDA "is in the position of making a loan in a fairly high-risk situation, as was the case with Iowa Wesleyan," said Keith Mueller, director of the Rural Policy Research Institute at the . (j) through the Financial Assistance General Representations and Certifications. requires that Federal agencies provide opportunities for consultation on proposed assistance with State and local governments. Successful applicants must comply with requirements identified in Section F, Federal Award Administration Information. Verification of Matching Funds. She brings over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, working with community, regional and state leaders to effect positive change. (3) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. CHESAPEAKE CITY, Md., April 21, 2023 - Ahead of Earth Day, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small joined Sen. Tom Carper and environmental partners to announce $18.3 million in investments to protect and preserve the Chesapeake Bay Watershed and Delaware River Basin. If applicants have not previously received an RCDG award, provide a narrative of explanation. Requirements below are provided in addition to the requirements provided in 7 CFR 4284.510(c). that agencies use to create their documents. Applications must propose the establishment or continuation of a cooperative development center. informational resource until the Administrative Committee of the Federal Incomplete applications will be ineligible to compete for funds. (2) Discussion of future support is required in the applicant's vision for funding operations in future years. Rural Business-Cooperative Service, USDA. Example: He started with the agency in 2002 as a Loan Specialist in the Canton, NY field office. FY 2023. In addition, the terms rural and rural area, defined in 7 U.S.C. Applicants will be scored on the total amount and type of matching funds (cash vs. in-kind). The grant performance period should begin no earlier than October 1, 2023 and no later than January 1, 2024 and must include no more than a one-year performance period. Prior to coming to USDA RD, Brian worked for a local banking institution as a commercial lending officer for more than 15 years. The clarifications provided below are in addition to, and do not replace the guidance provided in 7 CFR 4284.513. Note: You can attach your comment as a file and/or attach supporting The following requirements must be met: (A) She lives in Bloomsbury, CT with her husband Ray and their daughter. All requirements of 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(5)(viii) should be addressed under the proposal narrative criterion, utilizing the specific requirements of qualifications of those performing the tasks in Section E.1(i) of this Notice. He is a lifelong Delaware resident. https://ruralhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/usamap.jpg, https://Ruralhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HACLogo_horizontal-1.png, USDA Rural Development State Directors Named. Missouri: Jeff Case For example, evaluation methods should go beyond quantitative measurements of completing surveys or number of evaluations. Representative Jackson earned a B.A. RD State Directors serve as the chief executive officer of Rural Development in the states and territories and are tasked with carrying out the mission of Rural Development to the benefit of everyone in rural America. (a) The grant award may be withdrawn, or the amount of the grant reduced if applicant cannot demonstrate how the valuation was derived. 1. sponsored programs office or equivalent). (8) Meet our Under Secretary Farah Ahmad Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Farah Ahmad serves as the Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development. USDA's Rural Development mission area is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Most recently, Patterson served in the Ohio House until term limits prohibited his continued service. (G) The valuation processes used for in-kind contributions do not need to be included in the application, but applicants must be able to demonstrate how the valuation was derived if a grant is awarded. Gail Greenman has been appointed FSA State Executive Director for Oregon. documents in the last year, 295 He also served as a trade advisor on the United States Department of Agriculture Sweeteners Agriculture Trade Advisory Committee (ATAC). Applicants must describe the level of support and commitment in the community for the proposed Center and the services it would provide under 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(5)(ix) and the future support and funding under 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(5)(x) utilizing the requirements of commitment in Section E.1(f) and local and future support in Section E.1(j) of this notice. In addition, Representative Jackson was appointed to serve on Governor Jared Polis Economic Stabilization & Growth Council to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. will not accept applications submitted after the deadline. Delivery of Cooperative Development Assistance. A native of the San Luis Valley, Armando Valdez was raised on a farm and ranch near Capulin, Colorado. Prior to this appointment, Ms. Ahmad served as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Under Secretary for Rural Development. Matt Russell is a fifth-generation farmer operating a family farm and ranch near Lacona, Iowa. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW 05/01/2023, 244 The documentation must be included in Appendix A of the application and will not count towards the 40-page limitation. Please provide qualitative methods of evaluation. (e) State Directors lead offices that offer grants, loans, and loan. The following additional requirements apply to grantees selected for awards within this program: (a) Execution of Form RD 42802 Renewable Energy/Energy Efficiency Grant Agreement; (b) Acceptance of a written Letter of Conditions; and submission of the following Agency forms: (1) Form RD 19401, Request for Obligation of Funds., (2) Form RD 194246, Letter of Intent to Meet Conditions.. (b) Applicant must maintain an active SAM registration, with current, accurate and complete information, at all times during which it has an active Federal award or an application under consideration by a Federal awarding agency. i.e., The RCDG program regulations are available at 7 CFR part 4284 subparts A and F. For further information, contact the USDA State Office where the project will be located at You must be a nonprofit corporation or an institution of higher education to apply for this program. Attachment Requirements. documents in the last year, 83 (c) The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, Public Law 117328, Division E, Title VII, Sections 744 and 745 provide that any corporation that has been convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law within the past 24 months or that has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, is not eligible for financial assistance provided with funds appropriated by this Act, unless a Federal agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and has made a determination that this further action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government. (7) Scherer lives in Rhode Island with his wife, Linda, of 38 years. These markup elements allow the user to see how the document follows the The Agency has established annual performance evaluation measures to evaluate the RCDG program and the applicant must provide estimates on the following: (A) Number of groups assisted who are not legal entities. If an application is selected for funding, the applicant will receive a signed notice of Federal award by postal or electronic mail from the USDA Rural Development State Office where the applicant is located containing instructions and requirements necessary to proceed with execution and performance of the award. Additional resources are available at Next Post: Readout of AUKUS Joint Steering Group Meetings, https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/12/17/president-biden-announces-key-regional-appointments-for-usda-hud-and-fema/?utm_source=link, Office of the United States Trade Representative, David Baker, USDA State Director, Rural Development, Delaware & Maryland. The information helps inform decisions on farm policy, rural development, the development of farm technologies, and more. Applicants must cross-reference the information under the other criterion. USDAs Rural Business-Cooperative Service offers programs to help businesses grow as well as job training for people living in rural areas. a foundation) before the start of the proposed grant performance period, the applicant must verify this as its own cash match and not as a third-party cash match. A lock Provide the name of the organization(s) established, the date(s) of formation, and the applicant's role(s) in assisting with the incorporation(s) under this criterion. Building on Two Decades of Partnership: HAC & the New Mexico Mortgage Finance HAC Submits Comments on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Application of Awards. (3) SF LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, if applicable. And, consistent with the Presidents commitment to building an administration that looks like America, these regional appointees represent the diversity of American and the communities they serve. Please describe the project(s), partners and the outcome(s) that resulted from the approach. 10.771. This repetition of headings to form internal navigation links September 30, 2023. Please describe specific project(s) when addressing items 15 of paragraph (b) of criteria in this notice. Applicants will score higher on the economic development criteria by providing quantifiable economic measurements showing the impacts of past development projects within the The Public Inspection page The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), invites applications for grants under the Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. The applicant may be asked to provide additional information or documentation to assist RBS with this determination. Scott Halpin, USDA State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, Illinois. 1. If the applicant has a contract to provide services in place at the time of application submission, then they must submit the contract with the application, and applicants can verify the amount of the contract as a cash match. Example: Due to extenuating circumstances of COVID19, the Agency will utilize information in the narrative to score this criterion. John Rounsaville served as State Director for USDA Rural Development in the Administration of President George W. Bush and brings to the Trump Administration two decades of experience in economic and community development, infrastructure planning, and public policy. i.e., USDA's Rural Development mission area is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. (d) Objectives and timetable established for the next reporting period. The applicant must verify that all matching funds are available during the grant performance period and provide documentation with the application in accordance with requirements identified in Section D.2.b.8. Scott and his wife, Sarah, live in South Wilmington, Ill., with their three children Ty, Grace, and Cale. Provided by the Applicant. (B) She led rural development initiatives throughout a 12- county servicing area by formulating objectives and allocating the necessary resources available to effectively implement residential, business, commercial and profit/non-profit loan and grant making authorities for direct and guaranteed lending programs available from USDA. To file a program discrimination complaint, a complainant should complete a Form AD3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, which can be obtained online at Please note that applicants are not required to submit articles of incorporation to receive points under this criterion. 2. Review and Selection Process. Applications evaluated, but not funded, will not be carried forward into the competition for any subsequent fiscal year program funding. These tools are designed to help you understand the official document This press release was first published at usda.gov. Applicants will score higher on this criterion by demonstrating that the Center has independent governance. to be eligible for grant funding. Eligibility. Dates: She also serves on the Colorado Workforce Development Council, as well as several national organizations including: The Executive Committee of The Energy Council, the Executive Committee of the Council of State Governments, and is the State Lead for the National Conference of Environmental Legislators. so we've restored your progress. RBCS also reserves the right to ask applicants for clarifying information and additional verification of assertions in the application. All applicants are responsible for any expenses incurred in developing their applications. As part of the visit, Fewins joined Hodshire and Lott to record an episode of"Rural Health Rising," which seeks to raise awareness around the health care challenges, successes and opportunities facing rural America. Warren attended DeVry University in Atlanta, Georgia, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management and Project Management. Fax: headings within the legal text of Federal Register documents. (1) If you meet the 25 percent (5 percent for 1994 Institutions) matching funds requirement, points will be assigned as follows: (ii) Mix of in-kind and cash34 points (maximum points will be awarded if the ratio of cash to in-kind is 30 percent or more); or. establishing the XML-based Federal Register as an ACFR-sanctioned (k) They can include loan funds from a Federal source. Applicant's demonstrated ability to assist in the development of the items listed in 7 CFR 4284.513(c) or mutually owned businesses will be evaluated. documents in the last year, 1407 Please discuss the strategy for building in-house technical assistance capacity. All applications must be submitted electronically at Applicants can locate the This table identifies State Directors for U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development offices named by the Biden Administration as of December 5, 2022. If determined eligible, applications will be scored by a panel of USDA employees in accordance with the point . Grants.gov USDA Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors, More, Better, and New Market Opportunities, President Biden Announces Key Regional Appointments for USDA, SBA, EPA, and HHS. Start Printed Page 25370. 2. In 2007 he became an Area Director serving New York from the states Southern Tier to the Canadian Border. In addition, project funds may also be used for programs providing for the coordination of services and sharing of information among the centers as stated in 7 U.S.C 1932(e)(4)(C)(vi). Maximum score of ten points. The Agency reserves the right to offer the applicant less than the grant funding requested. Warren first joined FSA in 1999 as a Temporary Program Technician and has held many roles in the years since, including County Operations Trainee, Program Technician, County Operations Reviewer, and County Executive Director for the counties of Hale, Perry and Bibb. (b) He also toured the Bediako Birthing Center and the MacRitchie North skilled nursing unit for long-term care, both of which were built in 2013 with funding support from the USDA Community Facilities program. Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. documents in the last year, 669 (2) Developing multi-organizational and multi-State approaches to addressing the economic development and cooperative needs of rural areas. Award Amounts: If evaluation criteria are listed on the Table of Contents and then specifically and individually addressed in narrative form, it is not necessary to include an information sheet. 05/01/2023, 258 Survey on Ensuring Equal Opportunity for Applicants. From 2015 to 2017, Spillars served as Senior Advisor and Legal Counsel in the Missouri Governors Office, and ultimately as Counsel to the Governor. Reporting. Regional Administrators lead HUDs 10 Regional Offices that directly serve state and local organizations. The Department of Agriculture has announced new key staff positions. He has been married to his wife Nancy for 38 years and has two sons, Joshua and Jeremiah. (a) They must be spent on eligible expenses during the grant period. Submission Dates and Times. An official website of the United States government. Persons with disabilities that require alternative means for communication should contact the USDA Target Center at (202) 7202600 (voice); or the 711 Relay Service. This must include page numbers for each component of the application. (c) Applicant must ensure they complete the Financial Assistance General Representations and Certifications in SAM. Matching Funds. He has over 25 years of service to his country, including three years in the US Army and 22 years at FSA. The definitions applicable to this notice are published at 7 CFR 4284.3 and 7 CFR 4284.504. Michele Weaver has been appointed RD State Director in Utah. Example: Undertakings. In instances where job creation or job retention may not be a relevant indicator, applicants should provide relevant, specific and measurable performance elements that could be included in an award document. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS This notice is being issued to allow applicants sufficient time to leverage financing, prepare and submit applications, and give the Agency time to process applications within FY 2023. (d) Applicants must provide a valid UEI in its application, unless determined exempt under 2 CFR 25.110. (i) They cannot include any project costs that are ineligible under the RCDG program. If the work plan and budget are duplicative of the applicant's existing award, the application will not be considered for funding. 4. Eric has 37 years of federal service, having worked for USDAs Natural Resources Conservation Service (formally the Soil Conservation Service) in six states in various positions, including State Resource Conservationist and Assistant State Conservationist for field Operations in Warwick, Rhode Island. Applicants must verify all matching funds. John Patterson is a former state legislator and retired teacher whose work experience spans over 40 years. Bolz brings extensive economic and community development experience. Persistent poverty counties provisions are included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, therefore projects identified in the work plan and budget that are located in persistent poverty counties, will score higher on this criterion. (B) This disclosure shall be accompanied by a statement of the action taken or planned to resolve the situation; and. Applications that cannot be fully funded may be offered partial funding at the Agency's discretion. He is also the recipient of the Dorothy Williams Lifetime Achievement Award from the Kentucky Housing Corporation the highest award given in the Commonwealth for non-profit housing producers. Brian has served on the St. Lawrence County Planning Board for the past 12 years, recently as the Chairman. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. Applicants must include, in one submission to the Agency, all the forms and proposal elements as discussed in the program regulation and as clarified further in this notice. Grants.gov, applicants will receive an automated acknowledgement from He also has economic development experience in helping businesses prosper in a rural area. Only one application can be submitted per applicant. documents in the last year. Otherwise, it is required as described at 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(5)(ii). A panel of USDA employees will evaluate each application for local and future support. (06/26/2023) All recipients under this Notice are subject to the requirements of 7 CFR part 1970. Maximum score of ten points. The State Offices will review applications to determine if they are eligible for assistance based on requirements in 7 CFR part 4284, subparts A and F, this Notice, and other applicable Federal regulations. This E.O. Brian is a lifelong New Yorker, originally from rural Peterboro, NY and currently resides in Lisbon, NY. An application must contain all the required elements outlined in 7 CFR 4284.510 and this notice. www.grants.gov The maximum number of points available is 110. All of these services help to expand economic opportunities and improve the quality of life for rural residents. Applicants must comply with all applicable statutes, regulations, and notice requirements before the grant award will be funded. Notice of Funding Opportunity. While at the Attorney Generals Office, she was Chief Counsel and Director of Public Safety Division from 2004 to 2009, providing legal representation to the Missouri Department of Public Safety. RBCS will review each grant application to determine its compliance with 7 CFR part 1970. Each applicant must certify that the United States has not obtained an unsatisfied judgement against its property, is not delinquent on the payment of federal income taxes or any other federal debt and will not use grant funds to pay judgments obtained by the United States. (4) Official websites use .gov Any comments obtained through the SPOC must be provided to the applicant's State Office for consideration as part of the application. must already have a UEI number and must also be registered and maintain registration in SAM in accordance with 2 CFR part 25. Born and raised on a dairy farm, Talley has a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Delaware. Applicant's Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number should be identified in the Organizational DUNS field on the form. If two applications are submitted (regardless of the applicant's name) that include the same Executive Director and/or advisory boards or committees of an existing center, both applications will be determined ineligible for funding. Completed applications must be submitted electronically by no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, June 26, 2023, through Submit a formal comment. Past performance in Establishing Legal Business Entities. Approval for indirect costs that are requested in an application without an approved indirect cost rate agreement is at the discretion of the Agency. She is a native of eastern Maine where she currently resides with her family. She is a graduate of the Delta Regional Institute Leadership Class of 2011, and the Haywood County TN Leadership class of 2006. Applications must demonstrate that the applicant is providing services to new customers or new services to current customers. Prior to his work as a technical consultant, Eric was the Executive Director of the Southern Rhode Island Conservation District. To register in SAM, entities will be required to obtain a UEI. for instructions on the process of registering an organization as soon as possible to ensure that all electronic application deadlines are met. He and his wife Sonia have three children Sidney Larae, Dennis Benjamin and Sabrina LaNae and have a Registered Cattle Operation. Points will be assigned as follows: (1) Applicant has never received a RCDG award5 points; (2) Applicant seeks to advance one or more key priorities addressed in the Supplemental Section of this notice5 points. Mr. Bakers goal is to ensure that Maryland and Delaware rural communities are aware of and are able to take full advantage of the many Rural Development programs that are available.
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