Persons with disabilities that require alternative means for communication should contact the USDA Target Center at (202) 7202600 (voice); or the 711 Relay Service. Information Sheet. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS (H) Number of jobs created for the Center as a result of RCDG funding. 3. Rural Business-Cooperative Service, USDA. From 2015 to 2017, Spillars served as Senior Advisor and Legal Counsel in the Missouri Governors Office, and ultimately as Counsel to the Governor. or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Scottowns and operates Halpin Farms and Halpin Farms Cattle in conjunction with his parents and brother. The Administrator may choose to award up to 10 Administrator priority points based on criterion (k) in section E.1. The summary must not exceed two pages. Media contact: USDA Office of Communications, press@usda.gov WASHINGTON, April 19, 2023 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $46 million in the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program, which has offered farmer-driven, grassroots grants and education programs that have . This table identifies State Directors for U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development offices named by the Biden Administration as of December 5, 2022. L. 117328, Division A, Title VII, Section 736) has designated funding for projects in Persistent Poverty Counties (PPC). SAM.gov Title Page. Executive Summary. If applicants are receiving cash from a third party during the grant performance period, then the applicant must verify the cash as a third-party cash match. For all the latest local developments, breaking news and high school sports content. Tags: USDA Rural Development Share this entry The definitions applicable to this notice are published at 7 CFR 4284.3 and 7 CFR 4284.504. Incomplete applications will be ineligible to compete for funds. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Missouri Board of Law Examiners, overseeing all aspects of the attorney admissions process. of the issuing agency. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. This table of contents is a navigational tool, processed from the b.5.c or as identified in the award document on previous RCDG awards is recommended. Proposed or newly established Centers must be organized well enough at the time of application to address their capabilities for meeting these criteria. (I) Number of jobs saved for the Center as a result of RCDG funding. (B) If applicants have already received cash from a third party ( 3. 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. WASHINGTON Today, President Joe Biden announced that he has appointed the following individuals to serve in key regional leadership roles at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at the Department of Homeland Security: These regional appointees will be critical to the Presidents efforts to rebuild communities most impacted by the pandemic, the economic recovery, and climate change. If the Agency cannot determine the percentage of ineligible costs due to lack of detail, the application will not be considered for funding. Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development. Example: For electronic applications, applicants must follow the instruction for this funding announcement at An official website of the United States government. Grants.gov 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. For purposes of this determination, the grant amount requested plus the matching funds amount constitutes the total project costs. Examples may include, but are not limited to, principles and practices of shared ownership, democratic control, and distribution of net income based on use of the business rather than equity contributed. Official websites use .gov Work Plan. Use the PDF linked in the document sidebar for the official electronic format. documents in the last year. or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. in Financial Economics. Gail Greenman has been appointed FSA State Executive Director for Oregon. USDAs Rural Development mission area is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Maximum score of ten points. Applicants must be aware of the following: (a) At the time of application, each applicant must have an active registration in the System for Award (SAM) before submitting its application in accordance with 2 CFR 25.200. Prior to his time in the Ohio House, Patterson was a high school history teacher at Jefferson Area High School. President Biden Announces Key Regional Appointments for USDA, EPA, and Start Printed Page 25377 Clifton Warren, Jr. was raised on a family farm in Greene County, Alabama. (c) A Notice by the Rural Business-Cooperative Service on 04/26/2023, This document has a comment period that ends in 55 days. 1 comment has been received at regulations.gov, across 1 docket. documents in the last year, 1407 Matching funds as well as grant funds must be accounted for separately in the budget. Here's how you know All recipients of Federal funding are required to report information about first-tier sub-awards and executive total compensation in accordance with 2 CFR part 170. 05/01/2023, 858 (LockA locked padlock) Information submitted after the application deadline will not be accepted. [FR Doc. 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). CASPER, WY, April 17, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that agricultural producers and private landowners can begin applying for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) signup starting April 17 through May 26, 2023. (a) They must be spent on eligible expenses during the grant period. Cost Sharing or Matching. Applicants can locate the If applicants have any unspent grant funds on RCDG awards prior to FY 2022, the application will not be considered for funding. Weaver is a finance graduate from the University of Utah and enjoys spending time outdoors, enjoying Utahs unique geography. documents in the last year, 494 Theresa Greenfield is a committed public servant with a career focused on community development, housing, and real estate. Start Printed Page 25374, (4) To fund any activities prohibited by 2 CFR part 200; or. She has provided economic development technical assistance and training, assisted nonprofit organizations and tribal housing developments and administered small business lending programs. Must not exceed 40 pages using at least 11-point font and should describe the essential aspects of the project. Attachment Requirements. (6) Mutually owned business Applicants must cross-reference the information under the other criterion. (c) They must be spent in advance or as a pro-rata portion of grant funds being spent. All of these services help to expand economic opportunities and improve the quality of life for rural residents. At a minimum, the following should be discussed. 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 Maximum score of ten points. website at Note that we cannot accept applications submitted through mail or courier delivery, in-person delivery, email, or fax. Information about this document as published in the Federal Register. Negotiated indirect cost rate approval does not need to be included in the application but will need to be provided if a grant is awarded. developer tools pages. You can view alternative ways to comment or you may also comment via Regulations.gov at https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/RBS-23-CO-OP-0002-0001. (2) (c) Please send additions or corrections to HAC staff. 1. Dr. Gooden recently served as a Visiting Scholar in the Sustainable Food Access Core of the Institute for Inclusion, Inquiry and Innovation (iCubed) at Virginia Commonwealth University. Federal Register issue. She lives in Bloomsbury, CT with her husband Ray and their daughter. Duplication of Current Services. Applications that request funds for a period beginning after January 1, 2024, will not be considered for funding. (b) Subtract the amount of grant funds requested from the total project cost. i.e., We'll be in touch with the latest information on how President Biden and his administration are working for the American people, as well as ways you can get involved and help our country build back better. Qualifications of those Performing the Tasks. (a) At the time of application, each applicant must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting its application in accordance with 2 CFR part 25. These talented individuals joining USDA will play an integral role in advancing and promoting USDAs mission by ensuring that we touch the lives of individuals throughout the country, said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Kate earned a bachelors degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University and a masters in social work from the University of Michigan. About the Federal Register She brings over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, working with community, regional and state leaders to effect positive change. Matching funds provided in cash. Applications from federally recognized Indian Tribes are not subject to this requirement. Identifying matching funds improperly can affect application scoring. on NARA's archives.gov. 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. Proposal Narrative. In addition to the full-time demands of the farm, Scott follows a long family tradition of civic engagement, achieving many leadership positions within local and state level agricultural organizations. See 7 CFR 4284.513(e). Grant funds may be used to pay for up to 75 percent of the cost of establishing and operating centers for rural cooperative development. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act. Each document posted on the site includes a link to the Past performance in Establishing Legal Business Entities. A chart or table showing the outcomes of the demonstrated expertise based upon the performance elements listed in Section D.2. through the Financial Assistance General Representations and Certifications. funds appropriately, please note the following: (A) If applicants are paying for goods and/or services as part of the matching funds requirement, the expenditure is considered a cash match, and must verify it as such. $200,000 (grant amount)/0.75 (percentage for use of grant funds) = $266,667 (total project cost). The USDA Rural Development State Office 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 information is now collected through the applicant's registration or annual recertification in 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. must already have a UEI number and must also be registered and maintain registration in SAM in accordance with 2 CFR part 25. While at Fahe, Tom was the principal author of the 502 Direct Packaging Demonstration with USDA. Cole also holds a Masters degree in Science Education from Boston University, and a Bachelors degree in Chemistry from Kenyon College. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. State Directors play a critical role in helping Rural Development focus on locally driven, community economic development strategies that build on the diverse assets and needs of rural places throughout America. Satisfactory performance. He also served as a trade advisor on the United States Department of Agriculture Sweeteners Agriculture Trade Advisory Committee (ATAC). All project activities must be for the benefit of a rural area. Additional resources are available at This discussion must not exceed two pages. In 2018, he began as the executive director of Iowa Interfaith Power and Light, a statewide faith-based climate action organization. Eligible applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of 7 CFR 4284.507. L. 115334, Title VI, Secs. Doris has obtained many awards throughout her career including the USDA Honors Award for change management within the federal agency. Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Applications must include electronic signatures. Additionally, Peppler served briefly as the FSA Assistant State Executive Director and Acting State Executive Director. Investing in our planet - and the people of rural New Mexico Documentation to verify local support will be required before an award is made. (3) (8) 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. Executive Order (E.O.) Administrator, Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Applicants demonstrated expertise within the last five years in providing technical assistance and accomplishing effective outcomes in rural areas to promote and assist the development of cooperatively and mutually owned businesses will be evaluated. (h) This will improve economic opportunities as well as enhance the environment and living conditions which will help these communities prosper. documents in the last year, 295 This form is no longer required as a part of the application. (3) In addition to the items in 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(3), this must discuss the percentage of work that will be performed among organizational staff, consultants, or other contractors. In 2007 he became an Area Director serving New York from the states Southern Tier to the Canadian Border. Federal Register provide legal notice to the public and judicial notice State Directors lead offices that offer grants, loans, and loan. A panel of USDA employees will evaluate each application for local and future support. Verification of valid hemp licenses will occur at the time of award. Brian Murray has been with USDA Rural Development for the past 19 years. This must include page numbers for each component of the application. Instructions for obtaining the UEI are available at These can be useful $266,667 (total project cost) $200,000 (grant amount) = $66,667 (matching funds requirement). (g) HILLSDALE U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development's state director for Michigan visited Hillsdale Hospital Tuesday, April 25, for a tour of the main campus and to record an episode of "Rural Health Rising," the hospital's rural health care-focused podcast with a growing national audience. (7) Benancio Cano Jr., USDA State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, Texas. During his tenure in the state legislature, Patterson served on the Agricultural and Natural Resources Committee, including two terms as ranking member. This site displays a prototype of a Web 2.0 version of the daily If your application is evaluated, but not funded, it will not be carried forward into the competition for any subsequent fiscal year program funding. They bring deep expertise in their issue areas as well as critical relationships with federal, state, tribal, and local leaders. corresponding to the proposed grant performance period or to specific dates within the specified time frame), and Eligibility. One of those projects, the West Rehoboth Sewer project was the second largest project funded ever by the USDA at that time. If the applicant's State has not established a SPOC, applications may be submitted directly to the Agency. A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. (B) State Executive Directors oversee this work, ensuring the needs of local constituents are met and that USDA resources are distributed equitably and fairly. 4. New Documents Counts are subject to sampling, reprocessing and revision (up or down) throughout the day. publication in the future. offers a preview of documents scheduled to appear in the next day's The RCDG program application template, copies of necessary forms and samples are available at Scott is also a member of Illinois Corn Growers Association and the Illinois Beef Association. Inaugural Texoma Rural Mental Health Conference This discussion must also include matching funds and other eligibility requirements. L. 109282) reporting requirements (see 2 CFR 170.200(b), unless exempt under 2 CFR 170.110(b)). Apr 28, 2023 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Oklahoma State Director, Kenneth Corn, and Texas State Director, Lillian Salerno, announced today that Rural Development will hold an Inaugural Texoma Rural Mental Health Conference May 23. Brian Murray, USDA State Director, Rural Development, New York. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. No Current Outstanding Federal Judgments Certification. Successful applicants must comply with requirements identified in Section F of this notice. (f) Awards for technical assistance and training under this Notice are classified as a Categorical Exclusion under to 7 CFR 1970.53(b), and usually do not require any additional documentation. Applicants will score higher on this criterion by defining and describing the underserved and economically distressed areas within the service area, provide economic statistics, and identify past or current projects within or affecting these areas, as appropriate. 1. Please review the http://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/rural-cooperative-development-grant-program. 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. Floyd received her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and MBA/MS in Engineering in Quality and Manufacturing Management from Penn State University. e.g., An official website of the United States government. Form SF 424B, AssurancesNon-Construction Programs. The Agency will verify the performance status of the applicant's prior awards and make a determination after the FY 2023 application period closes. Kelly has enjoyed a long career serving the farmers and ranchers of Texas. Administrator Discretionary Points 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. Instructions for obtaining the UEI are available at tracking number. (2) HAC is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. Grants.gov. Template letters are available for each type of matching funds contribution at: The episode will drop in the podcast feed on May 25 and covers USDA Rural Development programs, projects and partnerships. Statutory and Regulatory Authority. Farm Hands on the Potomac: USDA fills several staff positions - Agri-Pulse A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. 2. Late or incomplete applications are not eligible for funding under this notice and will not be evaluated. Region 8 serves Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming. If the workplan and budget are duplicative of a previous or existing RCDG and/or Socially Disadvantaged Groups Grant (SDGG) award, the application will not be considered for funding. (iii) The use of in-house personnel for providing services versus contracting out for expertise. Applicants matching funds requirements will be evaluated on requirements listed in 7 CFR 4284.513(f). To register in SAM, entities will be required to create a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Regional Administrators play a key role in leading assignments of housing assistance funds within the region and coordinating those assignments with HUD headquarters. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. The grant award may be withdrawn, or the amount of the grant reduced if applicant cannot demonstrate how the valuation was derived. 1991(a)(13), are incorporated by reference, and will be used for this program instead of the definition of Rural and rural area currently published at 7 CFR 4284.3. 05/01/2023, 258 2. Formal documentation to verify all the matching funds must be included in Appendix A of the application. to be eligible for grant funding. establishing the XML-based Federal Register as an ACFR-sanctioned (A) Applicant must include a statement providing information outlined in 7 CFR 4284.510(c)(5)(iii)(A), (B), (C) and (D). (e) For example, evaluation methods should go beyond quantitative measurements of completing surveys or number of evaluations. of this Notice. 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. This article originally appeared on Hillsdale Daily News: USDA Rural Development state director visits Hillsdale Hospital. documents in the last year, 931 If the applicant's State does not incorporate cooperative business entities, please describe how the established business entity operates like a cooperative. A native of Haywood County, TN, Arlisa has served in a variety of USDA Rural Development roles in Tennessee and served as Area Director for West TN from 2010 to 2021. 6. (b) https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, Shawn Poynter / There Is More Work To Be Done. Greenman has also served as the lead federal public affairs professional at the Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) where she cultivated relationships with Oregons congressional delegation. The Agency reserves the right to offer the applicant less than the grant funding requested. Brian served on the USDA RD Community Economic Development task team in Washington D.C. in 2013/14 and in 2020 became the Associate Enterprise Director for New York. documents to your comment. Here at USDA, we continue to add experience and talented individuals to our state offices, said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. The applicant must describe its previous accomplishments and outcomes in Cooperative development activities and/or its potential for effective delivery of Cooperative development services to rural areas. Maximum amount $200,000. (1) This disclosure shall be accompanied by a statement of the action taken or planned to resolve the situation; and. These positions do not require Senate confirmation. Provided by the Applicant. Please note that applicants are not required to submit articles of incorporation to receive points under this criterion. An official website of the United States government. headings within the legal text of Federal Register documents. Michele Weaver has been appointed RD State Director in Utah. Prior to her time with CDI Contractors, Jill worked in manufacturing as a Project Manager with Cummins Engine, after which she joined Ford Motor Company as a Quality Engineer, focusing on improving processes and part quality at supplier plants. USDA's Rural Development mission area is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.
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