Augusta: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 – Maine Municipal Association – 60 Community Drive, Augusta, ME 04330
Augusta:
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 – Maine Municipal Association – 60 Community Drive, Augusta, ME 04330
Fee:
MMA Member / Patron - $60.00 per person
Non-Member Municipalities - $120.00 per person
Presenter(s):
Ronald Lambert -
USDA Rural Development
Tammy Knight -
State of Maine
Chris Shrum -
Shrum Associates
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for municipal officials with primary responsibility for budget preparation and management.
Course Overview:
8:00-8:30 Registration & Coffee
8:30-9:30 Committed to the Future of Maine Rural Communities (Presented by Ronald Lambert, Community Program Director)
USDA, Rural Development provides a variety of grant opportunities for community, economic, and business development. Funding is available, depending on the type of grant, to municipalities, non-profit organizations, Native American Indian Tribes, small business enterprises and agricultural producers.
Examples of successful RD financial assistance requests throughout the State will be highlighted in this presentation to encourage discussion of the possibilities for your community. Application processes, timelines and staff contacts will be available.
9:30-12:30 Finding and Leveraging Grants for Community Development: A Guide to Basic Grant Writing (Presented by Chris Shrum, Community Development Consultant, Shrum Associates)
This session provides insight into the entire grant process, from project development to grant administration. Emphasis will be placed on identifying viable public and private funding sources and developing a strong case for support that results in successful proposals. The session is targeted towards municipal governments and community based organizations, concentrating primarily on community development.
12:30-1:30 Lunch and Informal Discussion
1:30-2:30 Community Development Block Grants
(Presented by Tammy Knight, State of Maine)
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is funded through an annual allocation from the U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) to the State of Maine. Funding is available to eligible units of general local government, namely towns, cities, plantations and, in certain instances, counties in Maine.
2:30-3:15 Question & Answer
3:15-4:00 Consultation Time
(With individual representatives from Rural Development and Community Development Block Grants)
A chance to discuss your individual projects or ideas
Registration / Confirmation / Directions:
Confirmation of class registration will be sent out one week prior to the start of the event. If an email address has been provided, the confirmation will be sent electronically. If no email is on file, the confirmation will be mailed to the billing address provided on the registration form. Directions to the facility can be found on the MMA website at the following address: http://www.memun.org/public/MMA/svc/directions.htm
Storm Policy:
If there is inclement weather, a decision to postpone will be made by 5:00 pm the day prior to the event. MMA encourages attendees to check the MMA website or call the training hotline at 207-624-0117 before traveling to ensure that the event schedule has not changed.
ADA Message:
In order to ensure your complete participation, we would appreciate your informing us of any special requirements you may have due to a disability.
Questions/Cancellations:
If you have any questions, or wish to cancel, call the Educational Services Office at 1-800-452-8786 (Augusta area 623-8428). Notification must be given at least 72 hours before the session begins to obtain a refund (minus a $10.00 processing fee.) ALL cancellations are subject to a $10.00 administrative fee for processing and to cover guaranteed expenses.
About MMA:
Maine Municipal Association |
60 Community Drive |
Augusta, ME 04330
MMA is located off I-95, Exit 112A Northbound, Exit 112 Southbound, behind the Augusta Civic Center
1-800-452-8786 |
Local Area 207-623-8428 | www.memun.org
The Maine Municipal Association (MMA) is a voluntary membership organization offering an array of professional services to municipalities and other local governmental entities in Maine. MMA is a non-profit, non-partisan organization governed by an Executive Committee elected from its member municipalities. Founded in 1936, MMA is one of 49 state municipal leagues that, together with the National League of Cities, are recognized at all governmental levels for providing valuable services and advocating for collective municipal interests.
The Maine Municipal Association has a core belief that local government is the keystone of democracy. Municipalities provide citizens with a sense of community and are interwoven in the fabric of Maine's history and heritage. Municipal governments are on the front line of providing basic services to citizens and businesses that are essential to public safety and for the functioning of our economy. Municipal governments are the most accessible and accountable level of government. The Maine Municipal Association is dedicated to assisting local governments in meeting the needs of their citizens and serving as responsible partners in Maine's intergovernmental system.
