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According to a White House press release, a new final rule by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will remove $49 billion in unpaid medical debt from credit reports, improving the financial standing of 15 million Americans. This action is expected to raise credit scores by an average of 20 points, paving the way for increased access to mortgages, car loans, and small business financing. Vice President Harris also announced that states and localities have used American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to eliminate over $1 billion in medical debt for more than 700,000 Americans. These efforts are part of a broader Biden-Harris Administration initiative to address the burden of medical debt, including reducing predatory practices and supporting health system reforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As schools across the country reckon with the ending of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds, many, if not all, are trying to find ways to sustain the services these funds supported. For most schools, that means finding some sustainable method of funding mental and behavioral health services. Fortunately, an expanding and increasingly well-known pathway through school-based Medicaid exists. Outside of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), school-based Medicaid is the single largest source of sustainable funding for health services in schools. Watch/listen to this episode of the All4Ed Flash to learn more.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

A Minnesota jury on Friday found five of seven defendants guilty of most of the crimes they faced related to a scheme in which they misused millions of dollars meant to feed children during the pandemic. Now that he's been named Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic is getting a fresh round of scrutiny. Walz's pandemic record also deserves a closer look: how Minnesota used its share of the federal stimulus dollars distributed via the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan (ARP). A quick review of the Treasury Department's State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) database reveals numerous line items that seem to have little or nothing to do with the pandemic. Plus more on this episode. 

Halee Ratcliff, Finance Director for the Town of Wilkesboro, North Carolina joined the to podcast to discuss community investments. She shared how the town used American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to invest in a community park and support economic development. She talked about how the Town's outdoor action plan informed the investments and shared the exceptional healthcare benefits the Town provides. Host: Ben Kittelson

In March, when the Biden administration released its budget request for fiscal year 2025, it not only offered a blueprint for the president's policymaking agenda—it also provided the latest indication of how the White House and federal agencies are going beyond evidence generation to use evidence as a guide in making program investments that can improve Americans' lives. For this episode of Mathematica's On the Evidence podcast, Nichole Dunn, the vice president of federal policy at Results for America, joins the show to discuss evidence-based policy in the president's budget as well as larger trends in federal and state funding of evidence-based initiatives and programs. On the episode, Dunn speaks with Mike Burns, senior director of communications and public affairs at Mathematica, about American Rescue Plan spending, the growth of evidence clearinghouses, the increasing level of federal investment in program evaluation, the implications of the presidential election for federal investment in evidence-based policy, the implementation of the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act, the recent formation of the bipartisan Congressional What Works Caucus, the Congressional Evidence-Based Policymaking Resolution, and the potential for evidence-based policy to bypass partisan gridlock in Washington. A full transcript of the conversation is available at mathematica.org/blogs/evidence-based-policy-in-president-bidens-2025-budget Read an op-ed by Michele Jolin, the chief executive officer and co-founder of Results for America, about how bipartisan elected leaders and career civil servants across the country who have been quietly transforming how governments invest taxpayer dollars to achieve better results: https://www.minnpost.com/community-voices/2024/03/from-minnesota-to-washington-d-c-a-better-way-to-deliver-results/ Read the research brief by Mathematica for Results for America, which shows how city governments with a history of prioritizing data-driven practices were more likely to use federal relief funds from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to deepen their commitment to results-driven governance—with the goal of improving outcomes for residents through effective programs: https://mathematica.org/publications/unlocking-the-power-of-city-data Watch a recording from the January 2024 virtual event hosted by Results for America to discuss the federal government's progress in using evidence and data to get better results, which featured the release of a new report by Harvard University Professor Christina Ciocca Eller on federal evidence-based policymaking efforts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwG6P-1zI Read the 2023 Invest in What Works State Standard of Excellence from Results for America, which showcases 194 efforts across 46 states to build and use evidence and data to improve residents' lives: https://results4america.org/tools/2023-invest-in-what-works-state-standard-of-excellence/ Explore the ARP Data and Evidence Dashboard from Mathematica and Results for America, which highlights how state and local government leaders are investing one-time federal pandemic relief and economic recovery funds and using data and evidence to get better results: https://results4america.org/tools/arp-dashboard/

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Jan 19th    Publish Date:  Jan 18th      HENSSLER 15 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Friday, January 19th and Happy heavenly Birthday to Janis Joplin. ***01.19.24 – BIRTHDAY – JANIS JOPLIN*** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Duluth Apartment Fire Displaces 20 Lawrenceville Police Launch Citizens Patrol Program Explore Gwinnett Launches Gwinnett Hospitality, Arts and Entertainment Recovery Grant Fund All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: MOG   STORY 1: Duluth Apartment Fire Displaces 20 A fire at The Everett Apartments in Duluth displaced 20 people. The Gwinnett County Fire Department responded to the incident, finding smoke and fire on the first floor extending into the second floor and attic space. The occupant reported smoke from the HVAC unit, leading to the evacuation of approximately 10 occupants. No injuries were reported, but 14 adults and six children were displaced due to fire and smoke damage. Temporary assistance will be provided by the American Red Cross. The cause of the fire is under investigation. STORY 2: Lawrenceville Police Launch Citizens Patrol Program Lawrenceville has introduced a Citizens and Police Partners Unit (LCAPPS), allowing residents to volunteer with the police department. The unit, consisting of eight founding members, has undergone advanced training and will assist with tasks such as traffic control, accident scenes, public events, and residential checks. Members are required to complete a nine-week course covering areas like traffic control, crime analysis, first aid, de-escalation techniques, accident investigations, and driving. LCAPPS patrols in specially marked vehicles will enhance police presence, improve community safety, and free up sworn officers for critical tasks, contributing to Lawrenceville's overall safety. STORY 3: Explore Gwinnett Launches Gwinnett Hospitality, Arts and Entertainment Recovery Grant Fund Explore Gwinnett has launched the Gwinnett Hospitality, Arts, and Entertainment Recovery Grant Fund, offering limited funding for Gwinnett County-based organizations, including 501(c)(3) arts and cultural organizations, as well as for-profit hospitality, arts, and entertainment businesses. Eligible participants include hotels, restaurants, breweries, inbound tour operators, and film/TV production studios. The reimbursement grant program covers expenses like rent, utilities, and payroll. Open until January 30, the program will provide aid for eligible expenses incurred in 2023 with American Rescue Plan (ARP) federal grant funds. Explore Gwinnett Tourism + Film will administer and disburse the funds, contributing to the local arts and cultural landscape's recovery.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back   Break 2: GCPS – TOM WAGES – INGLES 7   STORY 4: New Nonprofit Focuses on Helping Families and Pets Stay Together Furever Stay Together Furever, a non-profit organization, aims to assist lower-income and fixed-income families facing life crises in retaining their pets. Initially focusing on areas like Peachtree Corners, Norcross, Duluth, and Berkeley Lake, the organization addresses overcrowding in local animal shelters that leads to increased euthanasia rates. The non-profit provides temporary foster homes for pets during non-emergency crises, such as eviction or illness. Offering up to ninety days of pet care, including veterinary services, the goal is to reunite pets with their owners. Stay Together Furever is actively seeking fosters, monetary donations, and gently used pet supplies. STORY 5: Brenau University Offering New Risk Management Degree Brenau College's College of Business and Communication in Gainesville, Georgia, has introduced a new undergraduate major for the Spring 2024 semester – risk management and insurance. This makes Brenau one of the few schools in Georgia, alongside institutions like the University of Georgia, Mercer University, and Georgia State University, to offer this major. Funded by a $50,000 course development grant from the Spencer Educational Foundation, the program aims to support students' professional development, offering resources for attending risk professionals' annual meetings and establishing a Brenau chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma, an international professional fraternity in risk management and insurance.   We'll be back in a moment.   Break 3: DTL – ESOG   STORY 6: Cirque du Soleil's 'Corteo' Coming To Gwinnett's Gas South Arena Cirque du Soleil's "Corteo" is set to be presented at Gas South Arena in Duluth for six shows in mid-August. The production, described as the most enchanting arena production, premiered in 2005 and has been seen by over 10 million patrons in 20 countries. "Corteo" explores the world of fun and comedy in the context of a clown imagining his own funeral, blending the ridiculous with the tragic. In a first for Cirque du Soleil, the stage will be centrally located in the arena, allowing each half of the audience to face the other, offering a unique perspective for both the show and performers.   STORY 7: Georgia Has the 8th Newest Homes in the U.S. The U.S. real estate market poses challenges for buyers due to rising home prices, high mortgage rates, and a shortage of new housing supply. A study estimates a deficit of 2.3 to 6.5 million housing units in the U.S. Construction slowdown during the Great Recession contributes to the shortage. Buyers often compete for older homes, with the median age increasing by over 10 years in the last two decades. Older homes are more affordable but require higher maintenance costs. Geographic variations exist, with Sun Belt states having newer homes, while Northeast and Midwest states have older housing stocks. 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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week Mayor Todd Barton dives into the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding that the city of Crawfordsville received. In this episode we will dive into what ARP funding is, how it can and cannot be used, and how we plan to use the funding in our community! Yodel Community Calendar: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville  To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Campbell at scampbell@crawfordsville-in.gov 

How do you define if housing is ‘affordable'? If there isn't enough market rate housing, how can you even start a discussion about affordable housing? At what point do we decide there have been enough conversations and it is time for action? There are some who are taking action. This week Justin talks with Chris Todd – Business & Development Director for Henderson County, NC – about The Apple Ridge Project.The Apple Ridge Project is made up of 60 multi-family housing units and 20 single family units. Henderson County approved using some American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to help with infrastructure costs. Specifically, the funds will be used toward the water & sewer extension requirements that are necessary to complete the project.The Apple Ridge Project, which is being spearheaded by The Housing Assistance Corporation, is proof that real partnership can exist with the common goal of providing more affordable housing units in the community. References Today's Real Talk: https://www.TodaysRealTalk.com/Info@TodaysRealTalk.com Apple Ridge Project: https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/sites/default/files/uploads/calendar-files/apple_ridge_-_overall_development_plan_1-20-22.pdfHenderson County: https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/Housing Assistance Corporation: https://www.housing-assistance.com/Want content sent directly to your device? Text 'Get Real' to 844-STUDIO-4 Have you enabled Amazon and Google Home skills? "Hey Alexa, play Today's Real Talk!" "Hey, Google, play Today's Real Talk!" All shows streaming wherever you like to listen to your podcasts Chapters00:00 - 06:17: Talking w/ Justin06:17 - 08:29: Intro w/ Chris Todd08:29 - 09:55: Apple Ridge Project Overview09:55 - 11:35: The Apple Ridge Team11:35 - 13:24: The Go-Forward Plan13:24 - 14:07: Partnering With Others14:07 - 15:59: Criteria for Approval15:59 - 19:39: Population Shift During COVID19:39 - 22:55: Defining Affordable22:55 - 25:24: Size of the Apple Ridge Project25:24 - 26:23: Relationships w/ Other Municipalities26:23 - 31:20: Long Term Vision31:20 - 34:48: Internet Access in Western NC34:48 - 37:03: Public Feedback37:03 - 38:50: Support At All Levels38:50 - 40:17: Take Aways for Success 40:17 - 41:11: Outro w/ Chris Todd41:11 - 44:15: Managing Projects44:15 - 48:19: Why isn't there more affordable housing options?48:19 - 53:54: My neighbor isn't letting me use my driveway anymore. What are my options?53:54 - 59:30: If you could pick one sector of real estate to invest in, what would it be?59:30 - 01:01:24: Final Thoughts w/ Justin

Hamilton County is assessing its broadband internet needs for families and businesses to help guide the investment of $10 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. Hamilton County Commissioners are asking for public input through the Hamilton County High-Speed Internet Assessment to help map accessibility, reliability, and affordability of the Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 2, 2022

Ben Rodgers sits down with White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson, Smith County Mayor Jeff Mason, Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster, and Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady. They discuss The Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA), and its school overhaul funding, the various projects that they have currently going on in their respective counties, how they are allocating American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds for those projects, as well as what some of the other issues are that they're addressing in their counties. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.

Camfil School Air Filtration Launches New Initiative: FIGHT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 FILTRATION STRATEGIES: SCHOOLS, COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIESImproving both ventilation and air filtration is a comprehensive strategy to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in schools, colleges and universities. In fact, American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds are available to help with these costs.Introducing fresh outdoor air into a building helps disperse virus particles, while air filtration can capture these small, airborne particles. How can air filtration strategies help mitigate virus risks in your educational facilities? Click the link to read the recently published Clean Air blog article:Fighting the Spread of COVID-19 in Schools, Colleges, and Universities through Ventilation and Air Filtration.Air Filtration in Schools Info Pack AIR FILTRATION IN SCHOOLS INFORMATION PACK The right air filters can dramatically improve the air quality in your school. Learn how to protect students and staff with our information pack that includes:COVID-19 Air Filtration StrategiesReducing Dangerous Particles in the Classroom Case StudyTools-for-Schools BrochureAir Purification in Schools VideoHow can quality air filters help keep your classroom safe? FREE DOWNLOAD REQUEST Media Contact: Lynne Laake Camfil USA Air Filters T: 888.599.6620 E: Lynne.Laake@camfil.comF: Friend Camfil USA on FacebookT: Follow Camfil USA on Twitter Y: Watch Camfil Videos on YouTubeL: Follow our LinkedIn PageVia KISS PR Distribution - Media Contact: Az@kisspr.com

North Carolina cities and towns will receive $1.3 billion in federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds in 2021 and 2022. That is a staggering number, and it encompasses just a small piece of the ARP. More funds will be sent to North Carolina counties. Still more is going to the state itself. Never before has money flowed directly to our cities and towns like it will through the ARP, and as such, it is a generational opportunity—to both recover from the pandemic and to prosper well into the future.

Joe Biden once again refused to take questions and resorted to blaming unvaccinated Americans during his latest COVID-19 briefing, once again referring to the continued spread of the virus as a “pandemic of the unvaccinated.” Ralph Northam invoked the January 6th riot on Capitol Hill when he was asked why it took so long to deploy the National Guard to assist stranded and freezing motorists caught in the snow and ice on I-95 in his state. On Joe Biden's first day in office, he told Americans that delivering $130 billion in supplementary funding to schools through his American Rescue Plan (ARP) would “provide schools the resources they need to reopen safely.” Many schools are not resuming classes as the year begins, citing COVID-19, after spending some of the $130 billion for reopening on Critical Race Theory-infused initiatives. Coin Base: https://www.coinbase.com/join/tapp_swHero Soap Company: https://hero-soap-company.myshopify.com?sca_ref=255101.zYrcEywRs5 Visit Conservative Daily Briefing: https://conservativedailybriefing.com/ 

Joe Biden once again refused to take questions and resorted to blaming unvaccinated Americans during his latest COVID-19 briefing, once again referring to the continued spread of the virus as a “pandemic of the unvaccinated.” Ralph Northam invoked the January 6th riot on Capitol Hill when he was asked why it took so long to deploy the National Guard to assist stranded and freezing motorists caught in the snow and ice on I-95 in his state. On Joe Biden's first day in office, he told Americans that delivering $130 billion in supplementary funding to schools through his American Rescue Plan (ARP) would “provide schools the resources they need to reopen safely.” Many schools are not resuming classes as the year begins, citing COVID-19, after spending some of the $130 billion for reopening on Critical Race Theory-infused initiatives.  Coin Base: https://www.coinbase.com/join/tapp_sw Hero Soap Company: https://hero-soap-company.myshopify.com?sca_ref=255101.zYrcEywRs5  Visit Conservative Daily Briefing: https://conservativedailybriefing.com/ 

Rabbi Michael Beyo and Dr. Adrian McIntyre talk with Peggy and David Schlesinger about the origins of the Baha'i Faith and its outlook on the past, present, and future of our world. Peggy and David Schlesinger are members of the Baha'i Faith, an independent world religion that began in Iran in 1844 and has spread to well over 200 countries and territories. The Prophet-founder is Baha'u'llah, which means Glory of God in English. Baha'is believe in the Oneness of God, meaning all religions stem from the same God; the Oneness of Religion, in that all religions are different installments of the same plan of God; and the Oneness of Humanity, i.e. we are all from the same family and need to eliminate prejudice of all kinds in order to achieve a peaceful and thriving society. They also believe in Harmony of Science and Religion, the equality of women and men, and the requirement of education for all. Learn more at https://www.chandlerbahai.org/ Peggy Schlesinger was a teacher of the hearing-impaired and worked in Fort Madison, Iowa and Albuquerque, New Mexico. She received her Masters of Business Administration at University of New Mexico and worked for Sandia National Laboratories for many years. She moved to Chandler 27 years ago and worked for Intel Corporation as an Enterprise Data Architect, analyzing and organizing data structures throughout the corporation, until she retired. She is married with one grown child. Peggy is a member of the Baha'i Faith. The Baha'i Faith does not have any clergy, but she has served many years on the Local Spiritual Assembly, an elected administrative body. In her hope to raise awareness of the importance of unity in diversity, which requires us to eliminate all forms of prejudice, she has served on the For Our City Chandler, Chandler Diversity Advisory Group, and Chandler-4-Change. She is one of the organizers for the Chandler Baha'i "Race 4 Unity" Family Fun Walk-Run annual event, which is hoped to resume next year at Tumbleweed Park. She also teaches children's spiritual education classes on a weekly basis and hosts a monthly interfaith devotional, focusing on social justice. David Schlesinger has been a Baha'i for many years, and lived in a number of different Baha'i communities across the nation. His career background includes public communications, writing, cinematography, marketing management, advertising, management consultation, TV and film production, and for the past twenty years, he has worked in the field of Information Technology and cyber security. His recent experience before retiring includes Intel Corporation, where he was Data Security Architect. David has a Masters in Organizational Management, authored two US government patents for innovative data security methods on behalf of Intel Corporation, and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). He serves the Baha'i Faith as a volunteer at the Baha'i Internet Association Cyber-Security committee which publishes the Cyber Trends and Analysis Report. David is also a supportive husband and helps his wife in her volunteer projects. Currently, David is retired and lives in Chandler, Arizona with his wife Peggy, and a roomful of computers. Conversation with the Rabbi is a project of the East Valley Jewish Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, neighborhood organization that has served individuals and families inclusive of all races, religions, and cultures since 1972. Visit us online at https://www.evjcc.org The Conversation with the Rabbi podcast is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the federal American Rescue Plan (ARP)...

Join us for Part Two of a recent GovExec conversation on The American Rescue Plan (ARP) to hear federal technology leaders discuss challenges and best practices for changing the way agencies think about legacy systems and creating a more efficient government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for Part Two of a recent GovExec conversation on The American Rescue Plan (ARP) to hear federal technology leaders discuss challenges and best practices for changing the way agencies think about legacy systems and creating a more efficient government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host: Herasanna Richards, Legislative Associate, Michigan Municipal League A new statewide group, called The Coalition for a Strong and Prosperous Michigan, recently unveiled a bold and comprehensive vision to invest nearly $6 billion in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding to build our state's future. A news conference took place on Oct. 14 to release the plan, called “From Rescue to Prosperity: A Roadmap to Michigan's Future.”

Listen to a recent GovExec conversation on The American Rescue Plan (ARP) to hear federal technology leaders discuss challenges and best practices for changing the way agencies think about legacy systems and creating a more efficient government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to a recent GovExec conversation on The American Rescue Plan (ARP) to hear federal technology leaders discuss challenges and best practices for changing the way agencies think about legacy systems and creating a more efficient government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Responsibility to who we are in Christ is key to leadership for Christians at every level. That includes those leading in the political arena. Today's program lassos some national concerns and mindsets to consider their implications on a local level. Speaking from within the 3rd fastest growing county in NC, today's topics range from civic involvement to the dividing lines presented by COVID-related issues. and from a vision for community to responsible use of funds allocated by the American Rescue Plan ARP).Today's guests are Bishop Chris Parker and Harry Southerland, Chairman of Hoke County, NC Board of Commissioners.

The DSM USA Policy HQ podcast is a monthly conversation between experts on public policy topics impacting business and the relationship between government and the private sector. In the latest installment of the DSM USA Policy HQ podcast, Jamie Cashman, government relations manager of the Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC), and Robert Palmer, general counsel and director of government affairs for Iowa League of Cities, discussed the American Rescue Plan (ARP), including an overview of the bill, what uses are available to Iowa and potential impacts of money coming into the state.

We apologize for interrupting your regularly scheduled podcast program. We have BREAKING NEWS! What is up with the new American Rescue Plan (ARP) CHILD TAX CREDIT payment? There is a new increased Child Tax Credit Payment via the American Rescue Plan (ARP) that's paying out right now. Like many of us, you may have received a payment that you weren't expecting. Will you have to pay it back? Will it cause your tax bill to be higher in April? Should you spend it now? What's the difference between the new increased ARP Child Tax Credit and the previous version of the Child Tax Credit? Typically, taxpayers with income under $400,000 MAGI, married filing jointly, received a $2,000 tax credit per child under the age of 17 to offset your tax bill. This year, instead of getting the credit on your taxes, a portion of the credit will be paid out in advance over the next 6 months. If you count on the tax credit to offset your tax bill, you could be in for a big surprise! In this podcast, Leading Edge's Co-Founder and CFO, Kevin Gormley CFP®,CPA aka "The Professor" covers all the details of the new increased Child Tax Credit as well as the existing credit. Plus, everything you need know to NOT be surprised at tax time!

Clarence Anthony, CEO and executive director of the National League of Cities; and Erica Wright, one of the Municipal Association of SC's legislative and public policy advocates; discuss the specifics of the American Rescue Plan and allowable uses of its funds for cities and towns. Municipal Association of SC Executive Director Todd Glover moderates.

On our Monday episode, we featured a one-on-one conversation with Erie County Executive, Kathy Dahlkemper. We talked about the American Rescue Plan ARP dollars, the launch of the Erie County Community College, housing and rental assistance, and of course the Covid cases, the concerns for the Delta variant, and where we're at with the vaccine in Erie County.

New possibility is coming to town and you are one of the first to greet it. Maximizing the benefits of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding requires more than a little planning. Greeting these new dollars with good government practices, some strategic blue-sky thinking, and broad community engagement can help you grow possibility into real, long lasting benefits for your community and its people. Join us for an information-packed webinar where you'll hear from experts on: -Strategies for coordination activities between different units of government -Leveraging state, private and philanthropic dollars to maximize your ARP funding -Navigating the Michigan Department of Treasury ARP application portal -Reporting and auditing requirements -How to access assistance in seeking, planning for, and utilizing your ARP dollars Presenters: Plante Moran, Michigan Municipal League, and the Michigan Association of Counties

In today’s Patreon-fueled shout-out: Code for Charlottesville is looking for volunteers to help with the Summer Session of their Pro Bono Tech Consulting Shop! The Shop is a pro bono IT consulting and problem-solving service for nonprofit organizations in Charlottesville and Central Virginia. Code for Charlottesville assigns small teams of volunteers to work directly with someone at a nonprofit to solve a specific issue with tech, data, or web design. RSVP for the info session Monday, June 21 at 7pm at this link. In today’s edition:Albemarle Supervisors say goodbye to some key staff members and get an update on how the county will utilize America Recovery Plan fundingThe University of Virginia will soon close their community vaccination center at Seminole Square Shopping CenterA new connector road opens in Albemarle County Tomorrow is Juneteenth, marking the end of two and a half centuries of slavery in British colonies in North America as well as the young United States of America. The day parks the day in 1865 federal troops entered Galveston, Texas two months after the  Civil War to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation. Here’s Vice President Kamala Harris at a bill signing yesterday.“Throughout history, Juneteenth has been known by many names,” Harris said. “Jubilee Day. Freedom Day. Liberation Day. Emancipation Day. And today? A national holiday.”Harris said there is much more work to be done to address racism in the United States, but the creation of a national holiday makes a statement. In this case, it’s to acknowledge history that many continued to be enslaved in Confederate states long after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect on January 1, 1863. “For more than two years, the enslaved people of Texas were kept in servitude,” Harris said. “For more than two years, they were intentionally kept from their freedom. For more than two years!” The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center will celebrate from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, with food, music, and “a non-sewing sewing event” from Stitch Please. That’s the podcast hosted by Lisa Woolfork. The event is free, but donations are encouraged. (register) For more on what’s happening this weekend to mark Juneteenth, visit this article on C-Ville Weekly. Watch Vice President Harris’ remarks on the WTVR 6 YouTube pageJust under half of Virginians are fully vaccinated according to the Virginia Department of Health. Becker’s Hospital Review ranks the Commonwealth number 16 among the 50 states and D.C. for percent of the population vaccinated, with Vermont at number one and Mississippi last. What do those numbers look like locally? Dr. Costi Sifri is director of hospital epidemiology for the University of Virginia Health System.“Right now 79.9 percent, you know, 80 percent of all adults in Albemarle County have received at least one dose of vaccine,” Dr. Sifri said. “In Charlottesville that number is 68.1 percent.” Dr. Sifri said Nelson is also at 68.1 percent and Louisa is at 56.7 percent. Tonight, UVA Health will hold a vaccine clinic at the first Friday’s After Five event in over 21 months. Justin Vesser is a pharmacy supervisor for UVA Health who said the event is in partnership with Red Light Management. “We know we wanted to go to the Downtown Mall because that’s where people have gathered in Charlottesville from all different walks of life so they offered the perfect space at the Pavilion,” Vesser said. “We’ve had a fair number of vaccinations there but even more important I think we’ve had a great series of conversations with people especially about the topic of vaccine hesitancy. We’ve seen hesitancy head on down on the Downtown Mall.” UVA Health will close their community vaccine center at Seminole Square by the end of July and move it back to the hospital’s west complex at Jefferson Park Avenue and Lee Street. Justin Vesser is a pharmacy supervisor for UVA Health. “The Seminole Square vaccine site has been a huge boon to the community,” Vesser said. “We’ve been able to offer just a massive number of vaccines there with a really good experience for everyone who’s gone there. But the roster there has gone down and down and down. I think that shows signs of progress that we’re reaching most people who at this point want to get the vaccine.” A program to bring vaccines to people in their homes will continue.“Those patients are often the most vulnerable among us who would potentially have the worst outcome if they were to get sick with COVID,” Vesser said, “We will continue to work with the fire departments and with the Blue Ridge Health District to offer those homebound vaccines until there’s nobody left, until there’s no demand for that.”The seven-day average for new cases is 139 a day and the seven-day average for positive results is 1.5 percent. The state of emergency will lapse on June 30. Yesterday, the Commonwealth’s Attorney in both Albemarle and Charlottesville issued a joint statement that anyone who decides after that day to continue wearing a mask for COVID purposes will not be prosecuted. “A state law making it unlawful to wear a mask in public with the intent to conceal one’s identity will go back into full effect on that day,” reads the statement. “The same law permits the wearing of masks to protect the safety of the wearer and other persons.”Source: Virginia Department of HealthA new piece of roadway in Albemarle County has opened this week. The $2.9 million Rio Mills Connector runs for a quarter mile between Berkmar Drive Extension and Rio Mills Road and is now complete. This road allows for a gravel road that had lead to U.S. 29 to be closed to traffic, including trucks that access the Luckstone Quarry in the vicinity. This project is one of six designed and built by Curtis Consulting as part of a single contract. Two other recently completed projects are the new traffic light on U.S. 29 at Interstate 64, and improvements to the Fontaine Avenue interchange with U.S. 29. Coming up next is the diverging diamond at U.S. 250 and I-64 and roundabouts at U.S. 250 and Virginia Route 151 and Route 20 and Proffit Road.  (VDOT’s design-build project page) Time now for another subscriber-supported PSA! The Rivanna Conservation Alliance is looking for a few good volunteers to help out on Clean Stream Tuesdays, a mile and a half paddle and clean-up to remove trash and debris from popular stretches of the Rivanna River. Trash bags, trash pickers, gloves, and hand sanitizer/wipes will be provided, though volunteers will need to transport themselves to and from the end points. Kayaks for the purpose can be rented from the Rivanna River Company. Visit the Rivanna Conservation Alliance's volunteer page to learn more about upcoming dates.The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors said goodbye Wednesday to three employees, two of whom are retiring and one who is moving on to the School of Data Sciences at the University of Virginia. Michael Frietas has been the Chief of Public Works for Albemarle for the past 15 years, and the resolution in his honor recognized his work to help the conversion of the former Yancey Elementary School into the Yancey School Community Center. Phyllis Savides was honored for 22 years in the county’s social services department as well as the director for the past several years. Here’s Deputy County Executive Doug Walker. “She is forever a champion of the underdog and that is a role that she relishes in all of our conversations by making sure that we don’t forget,” Walker said. The next person recognized hasn’t been with the county as long but has played a significant role in the past few years. Here’s County Executive Jeff Richardson. “I appreciate the Board’s formal resolution of recognition of Michael Freitas’ retirement and Phyllis Savides’ retirement,” Richardson said. “The third person this afternoon, Siri Russell, the situation is a little different. Siri will be leaving our organization at the end of the month and she will be taking a great opportunity to further her career.” Russell has been the director of Equity and Inclusion for Albemarle and will now be the Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the School of Data Science.“”The good news is that Siri Russell will still be part of our community,” Richardson said. “She will still be part of our organization as a key partner agency.”Richardson lauded Russell for her office’s recent annual report. For her part, Russell thanked the Board for taking the work seriously.“It’s been a resolve for equity, a commitment to inclusion, to a diverse community, to justice, to recognizing lesser told histories and stories and to really furthering the work,” Russell said. “To collaboration with our partners like the city, the University of Virginia, and others.” Russell and Supervisor Ann Mallek recently appeared together on a panel discussion run by the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society.  Later in the meeting, Supervisors discussed possible ways of using their share of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding. At the public comment period, Roy Van Doorn of Charlottesville spoke on behalf of the area chapter of the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association and asked for direct funding for recovery funds. “The ARP stipulates that 25 percent of these local funds be devoted to hospitality but the legislative text is not specific on how local governments should meet that goal,” Van Doorn said.Van Doorn pointed to a decline in property assessments for hotel properties, as well as the shuttering of the wedding industry for 15 months, as signs of how the hospitality sector has been hurt. Courtney Cacatian, the executive director of the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau, said tourism provided 3,400 jobs and generated $14 million in tax revenues for Albemarle.  In 2020, that changed. “COVID hit the tourism industry especially hard,” Cacatian said. “As our industry begins to climb back, it’s essential that we invest in promoting the county in order to have a strong recovery.”The CACVB is funded in through transient lodging taxes, which means the budget for marketing is down. Cacatian asked the Board to consider using the ARP funds to make up the difference as well as support for the lodging industry. “The lodging industry has not received local COVID relief to date and I humbly ask the Board of Supervisors to consider providing grants to the sector for recovery,” Cacatian said. Chief Financial Officer Nelsie Birch then briefed the Board on what’s happening with the ARP. In all, the county will receive $21.2 million from the legislation, and half has already been distributed to the county. Unlike with the previous federal CARES funding, the U.S. Treasury directly funded localities, bypassing state governments. Birch described the broad category for how $4 million of the first portion will be spent. “We wanted to continue the work that we had started with the CARES CRF funding that we did on human services, economic activity and business support,” Birch said. “The Board also supported the use of about $3 million for broadband, knowing that that’s probably not all that we may want to contribute, but there was significant funding for broadband.” The rest of the funding could go to help Albemarle government as an organization, but staff are still seeking to identify how the funding would comply with federal rules. The Treasury Department is still taking comments, and so Supervisors won’t be asked to take a final vote on how to use the money until July. Birch recommended a flexible approach to using the balance of the funding, given there are multiple sources of funding. “There is continued need right now because people are not out of the woods, businesses and households are not out of it,” Birch said. “The state is going to have a lot of funding available with respect to mortgage offset, rent relief, utility relief. We don’t yet know specifically how that is going to fund down to a local resident, but we know that there is something there.”The Albemarle Broadband Authority could take up how to use the $3 million at their meeting next Wednesday. The Board of Supervisors will appropriate the full amount of ARP funding at their meeting on July 7. Albemarle Chief Financial Officer Nelsie Birch presents to the Board of Supervisors This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Are you one of the many that are being held back from early retirement by the exorbitant cost of health insurance? If so, you won't want to miss this episode. This week's retirement headline comes from Carolyn McClanahan at AdvisorPerspectives.com and it outlines the enhanced health insurance subsidies that stem from the American Rescue Plan (ARP).  You'll want to stick around for the listener questions segment if you are a fan of retirement podcasts. I have a treat for you all as I crowdsource the answer to John's question about asset location. Listen in to hear 4 different answers from voices that you may recognize. Outline of This Episode [2:12] Could the American Rescue Plan be the answer to your health care before Medicare question? [5:05] What do you need to do to act? [8:49] An asset location question from John [10:01] Peter Lazaroff's answer [12:02] Roger Whitney's answer [15:45] Taylor Schulte answer [18:44] Chad Smith's answer Could the ARP be the answer to your health care before Medicare question? The number one issue that holds back potential retirees from retiring early is how to find affordable health care before Medicare. If this sounds like you, then the American Rescue Plan may have the solution that you have been waiting for. Carolyn McClanahan's article is geared toward financial advisors, but we'll take a look at it and see if the ARP could help you solve this common problem.  How can the ARP help lower the cost of health insurance? With the ARP, you may now be eligible for enhanced health insurance subsidies. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies have been limited to those with a modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) of less than 400% of the poverty level. However, the ARP has lifted these levels with a credit that is based on the cost of the second-cheapest silver plan available in any person's given area. Unlike the previous credit under the ACA, it isn't suddenly wiped out when someone's income jumps over the income limit. Instead, it is phased out gradually. What do you need to do to qualify? To qualify, you must purchase your health insurance via www.healthcare.gov. The open enrollment period lasts through August 15, and the tax credits apply only for the months a person is using a plan from the ACA. Therefore, the sooner you apply, the more savings you will receive. Additionally, anyone who has received even one week of unemployment benefits in 2021 and is without access to affordable insurance through a family member will qualify for a silver plan at no premium cost. They also will qualify for cost-sharing subsidies to help lower their deductible. You can utilize the calculators at www.healthcare.gov or the Kaiser Family Foundation to determine your tax credit amount. States that have opted out of the healthcare marketplace may operate differently, so you'll want to work with a local health insurance agent to help you navigate the process.  The ARP also offers COBRA subsidies If you lose employer-based coverage due to job loss or reduction in hours, the ARP provides COBRA premium subsidies from April 1 to September 30, 2021. After that, you can continue coverage at full cost. It is important for you to weigh whether you should accept this benefit or choose an exchange-based plan. Will take advantage of the benefits offered in the ARP to retire early? Resources & People Mentioned Article from AdvisorPerspectives.com www.healthcare.gov Kaiser Family Foundation IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief Retirement Podcast Network BOOK - Making Money Simple by Peter Lazaroff PODCAST - The Retirement Answer Man with Roger Whitney PODCAST - Stay Wealthy with Taylor Schulte PODCAST - Financial Symmetry with Chad Smith Connect with Benjamin Brandt Get the Retire-Ready Toolkit: http://retirementstartstodayradio.com/ Follow Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/retiremeasap Subscribe to the newsletter: https://retirementstartstodayradio.com/newsletter Subscribe to Retirement Starts Today on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Podbean, Player FM, iHeart, or Spotify

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Digital Promise.The webinar recording can be accessed here.The recent federal American Rescue Plan (ARP), passed into law by Congress, provides an unprecedented investment in education, giving schools and districts access to funds to address the needs of students more holistically. In this edWeb podcast, we share actionable recommendations from the Center for Learner Equity's recent resource, The Rising Tide that Lifts All Boats: Investing Stimulus Dollars with an Equity Focus, and discuss several specific strategies that districts, schools, and educators should consider to optimize the positive impact of ARP stimulus dollars on students, especially those with disabilities. Listen to this edWeb podcast to better understand:The requirements and limitations for the various ways that funding is earmarkedThe timeline for obligation of fund useThe importance of blending established and emerging research and a dose of creative thinking to optimize spendingHow spending with an equity focus can be transformative for all students Ways to prioritize the suggestions in the companion document to fit the needs of your student bodyThis edWeb podcast is of interest to teachers, school and district special education or student services coordinators or directors, and school and district leaders of all grade levels.Digital Promise Digital Promise's mission is to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn

Did your county fail to meet eligibility for COVID-19 relief funds under the CARES Act? A new recovery plan, the American Rescue Plan (ARP), promises to provide relief to counties that struggled to meet previous government requirements for funding. Together with hosts Eli Gage and Karl Becker, Associate Legislative Director of Tax/Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Eryn Hurley outlines and compares both plans and answers the most pressing questions about eligibility, navigation, and compliance with the newest act. Other Related ContentNational Association of Counties (NACo) State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds Information and Resources Hub: https://www.naco.org/resources/featured/state-and-local-coronavirus-fiscal-recovery-funds U.S. Treasury State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund Request Portal as part of the American Rescue Plan Act: https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/coronavirus/assistance-for-state-local-and-tribal-governments/state-and-local-fiscal-recovery-fund/request-fundingCounties and COVID-19: Positioning America for Recovery: https://www.naco.org/sites/default/files/documents/COVID%20Financial%20and%20Economic%20Impacts.pdfComprehensive Analysis of COVID-19’s Impact On County Finances and Implications for the U.S. Economy: https://www.naco.org/resources/comprehensive-analysis-covid-19s-impact-county-financesState and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds Resource Hub: https://www.naco.org/resources/featured/state-and-local-coronavirus-fiscal-recovery-funds

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Project Tomorrow.The webinar recording can be accessed here. K-12 education is at a critical crossroads today. New conversations are just starting about how to embrace the silver linings of the past year to transform schools and systems to better meet the needs of all learners. The pandemic state and federal funding, including the recent American Rescue Plan (ARP), provides a unique opportunity to invest in new approaches, learning models, and practices that will support greater equity and community engagement in education. But is there a roadmap to help districts with this process? How should districts develop new visions and strategic plans to effectively leverage these once-in-a-lifetime funds to not only meet today's needs, but plan for a better future? In this edWeb podcast, Dr. Julie A. Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow, shares new research and recommendations about how district leaders can leverage the lessons learned from the past year to make better investment decisions and create sustainable transformation in your district. Education leaders join Dr. Evans to discuss how they are using community feedback specifically to inform their new forward-looking plans and decisions. With these collective insights, districts can create a highly effective roadmap for making the best decisions with their ARP funding, and industry partners can align their services to support these goals. This edWeb podcast is part of our edFocus series exploring the impact of COVID-19 on the future of education. The program will be of interest to district leaders and industry executives in K-12 education.Project Tomorrow Preparing today's students to be tomorrow's innovators, leaders, and engaged citizens.

American Rescue Plan (ARP): Health Insurance Is Now Affordable LIVE "Rethinking Retirement" Webinar May 18 2PM ET: Register In This Podcast: a. Enrollment timelines b. Premiums can be MUCH lower c. All age divisions d. What if I already have a private plan? e. When to Stay with your existing plan f. COBRA g. Get a quote to find the ballpark, but crossing the finish line is tricky Free, no obligation quoting tool: Check it out Free 15-minute call: Schedule CONNECT: YouTube Channel: Watch Sign up for the free MYM Newsletter: Subscribe Book website: http://www.maximizeyourmedicare.com Twitter: Follow JaeOhCFP Twitter: Follow MaxYourMedicare --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/muchmorethanmedicare/support

April 13, 2021 Reidsville City Council Meeting(Reidsville, NC) - Audio of the April 13, 2021 Reidsville City Council Meeting. The meeting was held via Zoom video conferencing.AGENDA1. Call to Order.2. Invocation by Reverend John Marks, Pastor of Grace Fellowship at South Park, 1836 South Park Drive, Reidsville.3. Pledge of Allegiance.4. Proclamations & Recognitions:(A) Proclamation recognizing Colonel Glenn M. McNeill Jr., who retired April 1, 2021 as Commander of the NC State Highway Patrol.5. Approval of Consent Agenda.(A) Approval of March 5, 2021 Special Meeting (Open Session) Minutes, March 9, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes, March 17, 2021 Special Meeting (Open Session) Minutes, March 20, 2021 Special Meeting (Open Session) Minutes and March 23, 2021 Special Meeting (Open Session) Minutes.(B) Approval of the 2021 Audit with Cherry Bekaert.(C) Approval of Preliminary Assessment Resolution for Triangle Road Water Line Project.(D) Approval of Duplication of Benefits Policy for CDBG-CV Project.6. Public Hearings:(A) Consideration of a rezoning request for property on Broad Street, specifically Rockingham County Parcel No. 149281, from Light Industrial (I-1) to Residential-12 (R-12). Ashmead P. Pipkin owns the property and submitted the application. (Z2021-03) - Donna Setliff, Community Development Manager(B) Consideration of a rezoning request for property on Olive Street, specifically a portion of Rockingham County Parcel No. 175705 from Residential-12 (R-12) and Light Industrial (I-1) to Residential-12 (R-12). Ashmead P. Pipkin owns the property and submitted the application. (Z2021-04) - Donna Setliff, Community Development Manager7. Awarding of Bids:(A) Consideration of accepting bid for construction of Water Treatment Plant Carbon Feed System and accompanying Resolution. - Chris Phillips, Interim City Manager8. Personnel-Related Items:(A) Consideration of Reidsville Police Department BLET Intern. - Robert Hassell, Chief of Police9. Reports:(A) Presentation on American Rescue Plan (ARP). - Chris Phillips, Interim City Manager(B) Presentation of City of Reidsville Facilities Re-Opening Plan. - Chris Phillips, Interim City Manager10. Public Comments.11. City Manager's Report.(A) Month of April. (Enclosure #7)12. Boards & Commissions Appointments & Announcement:(A) April Appointments. (Enclosure #8)13. Council Members' Reports.14. Miscellaneous:(A) For Information Only.15. Move to a closed session to discuss legal, economic development and personnel matters pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)(4) & (6).16. Adjourn.# # #

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 aka the Covid-19 Stimulus Package aka American Rescue Plan is the $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill enacted on March 11, 2021. You don't need to know all the names for the Act, or all the details, but the Huddle Guys are here to help you understand what parts may be relevant to your bottom line. For many, that can be the 2021 revisions to the Child Tax Credit. Before Eric and Ignatious jump into the focus of this episode they have an update for early tax return filers that received unemployment benefits in 2020…the ARP may adjust the amount of that benefit that was taxable. Business owners, Employee Retention Credit, There is a lot covered in this episode. Get pen and paper ready…and add the Huddle Guys to your speed dial. It's time to huddle up!

There are major changes to the health insurance marketplace as a result of the passage of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) in March 2021. The health insurance premium subsidies have increased and more people can qualify. In this show we discuss the changes and how it can result in thousands of dollars in savings for many Americans.

*As you start to listen to this podcast, please note the addendum at the top. Since the recording of this episode, there have been updates to the Paycheck Protection Program - PPP Program. In the supplemental information provided, Eric and Ignatius will point out a few of the modifications since the original recording and make brief mention to the American Rescue Plan (ARP), recently passed by Congress.* In this episode, Eric and Ignatius discuss some key components of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security - CARES Act, that may impact your personal finances and your business. They tag team topics including PPP, Economic Injury Disaster Loans, theEmployer Retention Credit, and the Family First Coronavirus Response Act. This year's tax filing season has uncharted territory. The Huddle Guys will help you get ready by highlighting areas of potential focus. Over the past year, economic issues moved quickly, and they were sometimes ambiguous and confusing. The Huddle Guys are going to slow the cadence a bit and tighten in on a few key issues that you can take action on. Grab your coffee tea, or energy drink and listen in. It's time to huddle up!

President-elect Joe Biden unveiled the American Rescue Plan (ARP)—a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief proposal his administration will pursue shortly after taking office on Wednesday, Jan. 20. On this episode, we break down the stimulus bill and look at key aspects that may affect the restaurant industry for better or worse. One notable inclusion is raising the minimumwage to $15 per hour and ending the tipped minimum wage and sub-minimum wage for people with disabilities.