Hotel Reservation Deadline Extended for Collaborating, Innovating, Transforming: 2023 Economic Development Conference for the EDA Denver Region
The NADO Research Foundation, with support from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) Denver Regional Office, is holding a conference in Denver, Colorado from April 10-12, 2023. The conference is designed for Economic Development Districts (EDDs), University Centers, Tribal Planning Grantees, and other regional development practitioners in the 10-state EDA Denver Region. Click here for the for more information and to register.
Registration is Now Open for the 2023 SWREDA Annual Conference
The Southwest Region Economic Development Association (SWREDA), in partnership with the NADO Research Foundation, will hold the 2023 SWREDA Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA from May 3-5, 2023. The conference is designed for staff from Economic Development Districts (EDDs), Tribal Planning Grantees, University Centers, Revolving Loan Funds, and others engaged in economic development across the region. New this year, there will be an Executive Directors Institute on Tuesday, May 2, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. EDD Executive Directors, whether new to their organization, mid-career, or a seasoned professional, will find this to be an informative and timely opportunity to enhance your leadership skills. Click here for more information and to register. The early bird rate is $345 until April 21.
REMINDER: Employment and Transportation Challenges – Member Input Requested
The NADO Research Foundation is working on technical assistance efforts across the membership network and is seeking input on employment and transportation challenges members observe in their regions. Of greatest interest, how is transportation impacting employment efforts, and how are employers facing these challenges? Please direct any comments or feedback to Bret Allphin at ballphin@nado.org, or post a reply in the forum at my.nado.org.
EDA Publishes RFIs for Recompete Pilot Program
The US Economic Development Administration (EDA) published a Request for Information (RFI) to inform the planning and design of the new Distressed Area Recompete Pilot Program. Comments due: March 27 at 5:00 p.m. ET.
Final Peer Knowledge Exchange Executive Director Profiles Available: ‘Managing a Small Economic Development District’
The final three Executive Director profiles have been published on nado.org. Many Districts are making tremendous impacts in their regions despite having a small staff and often covering a large geographic area. Learn from Alene Carr, Sandy Chancey, and Scott Warner about how they prioritize projects, manage partnerships and work to creatively serve their communities. Funded by the Stronger Districts Stronger Regions project, this series is designed to help readers learn from peers and Executive Directors as they share lessons learned and strategies for addressing the many challenges they’ve faced.
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Events, Conferences
& Online Training
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Listening Session: Equity Impact Investments
When: Thursday, April 13, 2 p.m. ET
Where: Virtual | Register here
Details: New Growth Innovation Network is holding a listening session for economic development practitioners to share their experiences on what has worked and not worked when building partnerships between community and economic development organizations. These insights will help shape capacity building tools and resources for the Equity Impact Investments program supported by U.S. EDA.
Webinar: Trend Forecasting in Outdoor Careers
When: Wednesday, April 12, 1 p.m. ET
Where: Virtual | Register here
Join the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable and outdoor industry experts and practitioners for a virtual masterclass on the outdoor recreation workforce Topics will include national trends, available jobs, needed skillsets, available technical and academic programs, and on-ramps for the next generation of the outdoor recreation workforce.
EFCN to Host No-Cost Webinar Series on the Clean Water State Revolving Fund
Join experts from the Environmental Finance Center Network (EFCN) for a no-cost webinar series on the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). This monthly series is intended to help participants better understand the CWSRF funding process. Sessions will be held on the third Thursday every month. Click here to learn more details about each session and to register.
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EDD Community of Practice
Spotlight
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Presentation Materials Available for Download from “An Afternoon with the Districts” Event
Following the 2023 NADO Washington Conference, nearly 70 participants representing EDDs, the U.S. Economic Development Administration, EDA community of practice partners, and other national organizations came together for an afternoon of networking, training, and conversations that explored how best to position EDDs for success in achieving regional economic development and resilience. Click here to learn more and download the presentation slides.
Slides Available from “EDA and EDDs: Partners in Regional Economic Development” Conference Session
During this session at the 2023 NADO Washington Conference, EDA and EDD staff reflected on opportunities for collaboration, shared the latest updates on CEDS guidelines, and discussed how EDDs can effectively engage with an array of federal partners and programs. Click here to download the presentation slides.
Webinar: Shaping Your Coal Community’s Approach to Economic Diversification
When: Thursday, March 23, 3 p.m. ET
Where: Virtual | Register here
Details: Presented as part of NACo’s Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities (BRECC) National Network, this learning session will outline Community Builders’ Place Value framework for creating more diverse and resilient economies. Place Value presents an actionable and localized economic toolbox to guide coal communities in overcoming workforce retention challenges, supporting existing businesses, and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
Apply to Be a Peer Advisor in Support of the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Community of Practice
The National Development Council (NDC) is operating EDA’s Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Community of Practice (CoP) to increase the capacity of RLFs to meet the needs of their local economic development strategies. To achieve this goal and increase the level of collaboration among RLFs, the CoP will select 10-12 existing RLFs to serve as peer advisors alongside the CoP Leadership Team. RLF leaders will provide workshops, review self-assessments, and develop and deliver content to cohort groups. There is $95,000 - $100,000 in funding to compensate the RLF Peers for their time. Check out the nomination form for more information and email EDA_RLF_CoP@NDConline.org to apply or nominate an RLF.
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Funding Opportunities
& Resources
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DOE Notice of Funding Opportunity for Rural or Remote Areas
The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) intends to issue a funding opportunity in March 2023 for up to $300 million to improve the cost, reliability, environmental impact, and climate resilience of energy systems in rural or remote areas across the country. Learn more about this anticipated funding opportunity announcement (FOA) here.
DOT Opens Port, Transit, and Other Funding Opportunities
A number of FY2023 grant programs and funding opportunities geared toward rural transportation practitioners are currently accepting applicants. These programs include modernizing port infrastructure (MARAD), training in operating commercial vehicles (FMCSA), funding buses and bus facilities (FTA), funding low-emission buses and bus facilities (FTA). Further information is available on grants for Areas of Persistent Poverty (AoPP) and the RAISE Grants. To read about these grants and how to apply, review this post on NADO’s Rural Transportation site.
The AIEI Releases an Investment Playbook for Rural Areas
The Appalachian Investment Ecosystem Initiative (AIEI) released a resource playbook on investments and economic development opportunities in rural areas. The playbook focuses on Appalachia, but is applicable to any region.
HUD Releases Community Compass Webpage Featuring NOFOs
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released the Community Compass webpage which includes resources on technical assistance, capacity building, and HUD projects. This resource also highlights Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for HUD programs. Applications due March 28.
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Advocacy &
Legislative Updates
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President’s Budget for FY 2024 Released
On Thursday March 9, the FY 2024 President’s Budget was released. Among many other inclusions, the President’s Budget requests more than $4 billion for the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) Regional Technology and Innovation Hub Program.
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Opportunities &
Job Openings
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Texarkana, TX | Housing Director
The Ark-Tex Council of Governments (ATCOG) is now accepting applications for a Housing Director This is a full-time position located in the Texarkana, Texas. The position directs, administers, manages, and evaluates the housing programs in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. For more information, click here.
Columbus, OH | Chief Mobility & Infrastructure Officer & Senior Director of Programming
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is seeking a Chief Mobility & Infrastructure Officer & Senior Director of Programming to manage the Programming Department and co-lead regional development and strategic growth initiatives. For more information, click here.
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2023 Economic Development Conference for the EDA Denver Region
April 10-12, 2023
The Curtis Double Tree by Hilton
1405 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202
Southwest Region Economic Development Association (SWREDA) Annual Conference
May 3-6, 2023
Double Tree by Hilton New Orleans
300 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
NADO Board of Directors Meeting
June 26-28, 2023
Sheraton Park City
1895 Sidewinder Drive, Park City, UT 84060
NADO Annual Training Conference
November 7-10, 2023
Hilton Cleveland Downtown
100 Lakeside Avenue East, Cleveland, OH 44114
The views and opinions expressed by other organizations or outside publications referenced in NADO News do not necessarily reflect the policies or views of the National Association of Development Organizations or its members.
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