For More Information Contact: Tina Roush 501-676-2721 ZOOM MEETING Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Director’s Revolving Loan Fund Committee The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors Revolving Loan Fund Committee will meet Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. via a Zoom meeting Below you will find information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. is an “Equal Opportunity Employer/Program” and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.”

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, August 24, 2023. The meeting will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke. CAPDD Board meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. and a working brunch will be provided during the meeting. Below you will find the information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone, if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US If you are unable to attend, please send the proxy that is enclosed in your packet and/or designate someone to represent you at the meeting. If you have any questions or if we could provide any additional information, please feel free to call our office.

A public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at Office of Emergency Management, Lonoke County Courthouse Annex, 200 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086 for the purpose of identifying and prioritizing the community needs of Lonoke County, determining whether an application for Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) funds should be developed and if so, for what community need. Also, comments on proposed project activities will be discussed, especially those with possible impacts on the community, should the project receive funding. ACEDP funds are federal assistance received by the State of Arkansas and administered by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. These funds will be made available to cities and counties according to need and can be used for community facilities, public infrastructure, or economic development, but must address one of the following objectives: 1. Provide benefit to low and moderate income families, 2. Aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or 3. Meet other community needs, which pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. All residents of Lonoke County are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process. Lonoke County will provide technical assistance in developing proposals by groups representing low- and moderate-income persons. Individuals requiring physical or sensory accommodations including interpreter service, Braille, large print, or recorded materials, please contact Conya Spencer at 902 N. Center Street, Lonoke, AR no later than August 15, 2023, 4:30 p.m. Accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and non-English speaking individuals provided that a 2 day notice is received by the Lonoke County. Lonoke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Doug Erwin Lonoke County Judge

A public hearing will be held on _August 14, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lonoke City Hall Courts building located at 107 W. 2nd Street, Lonoke, AR 72086 for the purpose of identifying and prioritizing the community needs of the City of Lonoke, determining whether an application for Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) funds should be developed and if so, for what community need. Also, comments on proposed project activities will be discussed, especially those with possible impacts on the community, should the project receive funding. ACEDP funds are federal assistance received by the State of Arkansas and administered by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. These funds will be made available to cities and counties according to need and can be used for community facilities, public infrastructure, or economic development, but must address one of the following objectives: 1. Provide benefit to low and moderate income families, 2. Aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or 3. Meet other community needs, which pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. All residents of the City of Lonoke are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process. The City of Lonoke will provide technical assistance in developing proposals by groups representing low- and moderate-income persons.

The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Director’s Executive Committee will meet virtually on Monday, July 31, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. Below you will find the information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone, if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US If you are unable to attend, please send the proxy that is enclosed in your packet and/or designate an eligible individual to represent you at the meeting. If you have any questions or if we could provide any additional information, please feel free to call.

Invitation For Bid For Janitorial Services The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for Janitorial Services for their office located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, Arkansas. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages may be obtained by contacting Fay Cox at (501) 676-2721, Arkansas Relay Service 1-800-285-1121 (voice), 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, or by writing/visiting the CAPDD Administrative Office at 902 North Center Street, Post Office Box 300, Lonoke, Arkansas 72086. Sealed bids are to be mailed or hand delivered to Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc., P.O. Box 300, 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086 and clearly labeled “Janitorial Bid Lonoke, Attn: Fay Cox”. Sealed bids must reach the CAPDD Administrative Office no later than 4:00 pm, Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Bids will be opened at 10:00 am on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, Arkansas. CAPDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

For More Information Contact: Tina Roush 501-676-2721 MEETINGS Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District and Central Arkansas Chief Elected Official Consortium and Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District will meet Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., the Central Arkansas Chief Elected Officials Consortium will meet at 9:45 a.m. and the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 AM. The meetings will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke or you can call in electronically due to Covid 19 health concerns. Below you will find information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. is an “Equal Opportunity Employer/Program” and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.”

For More Information Contact: Tina Roush 501-676-2721 MEETINGS Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District and Central Arkansas Chief Elected Official Consortium and Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District will meet Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., the Central Arkansas Chief Elected Officials Consortium will meet at 9:45 a.m. and the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 AM. The meetings will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke or you can call in electronically due to Covid 19 health concerns. Below you will find information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. is an “Equal Opportunity Employer/Program” and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.”

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for office space in the City of North Little Rock, Arkansas. Office space will be utilized by the CAPDD staff for the provision of an Arkansas Workforce Center under the auspices of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Such services include application taking, testing, assessment, counseling, etc. Office space of a minimum of 6,000 square feet will be considered. Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages may be obtained by contacting Fay Cox at (501) 676-2721, Arkansas Relay Service 1-800-285-1121 (voice), 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by writing/visiting the CAPDD Administrative Offices at 902 North Center Street, Post Office Box 300, Lonoke, Arkansas 72086. Sealed bids must reach the CAPDD Administrative Office in Lonoke no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023 and should be clearly marked “Confidential: Fay Cox, IFB North Little Rock Office Space”. Late proposals will not be accepted or considered. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR. The CAPDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for office space in the City of Brinkley Arkansas. Office space will be utilized by the CAPDD staff for the provision of an Arkansas Workforce Center under the auspices of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Such services include application taking, testing, assessment, counseling, etc. Office space of a minimum of 2,600 square feet will be considered. Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages may be obtained by contacting Fay Cox at (501) 676-2721, Arkansas Relay Service 1-800-285-1121 (voice), 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by writing/visiting the CAPDD Administrative Offices at 902 North Center Street, Post Office Box 300, Lonoke, Arkansas 72086. Sealed bids must reach the CAPDD Administrative Office in Lonoke no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023 and should be clearly marked “Confidential: Fay Cox, IFB Brinkley Office Space”. Late proposals will not be accepted or considered. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR. The CAPDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for office space in the City of Lonoke, Arkansas. Office space will be utilized by the CAPDD staff for the provision of an Arkansas Workforce Center under the auspices of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Such services include application taking, testing, assessment, counseling, etc. Office space of a minimum of 7,000 square feet will be considered. Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages may be obtained by contacting Fay Cox at (501) 676-2721, Arkansas Relay Service 1-800-285-1121 (voice), 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by writing/visiting the CAPDD Administrative Offices at 902 North Center Street, Post Office Box 300, Lonoke, Arkansas 72086. Sealed bids must reach the CAPDD Administrative Office in Lonoke no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023 and should be clearly marked “Confidential: Fay Cox, IFB Lonoke Office Space”. Late proposals will not be accepted or considered. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR. The CAPDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for office space in the City of Benton, Arkansas. Office space will be utilized by the CAPDD staff for the provision of an Arkansas Workforce Center under the auspices of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Such services include application taking, testing, assessment, counseling, etc. Office space of a minimum of 9,000 square feet will be considered. Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages may be obtained by contacting Fay Cox at (501) 676-2721, Arkansas Relay Service 1-800-285-1121 (voice), 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by writing/visiting the CAPDD Administrative Offices at 902 North Center Street, Post Office Box 300, Lonoke, Arkansas 72086. Sealed bids must reach the CAPDD Administrative Office in Lonoke no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023 and should be clearly marked “Confidential: Fay Cox, IFB Benton Office Space”. Late proposals will not be accepted or considered. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR. The CAPDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development's Board of Directors will meet Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 10:30 AM. The meetings will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke or you can join the meeting via zoom due to Covid 19 health concerns. Below you will find the information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone, if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US Board of Directors The governing body of the CAPDD is composed of twenty-five (25) members of the Board of Directors, composed of fifteen (15) local elected officials and ten (10) private citizens representing the various social and economic elements of the population. Each of the six (6) participating counties in the District is represented by four (4) board members. Minority representation on the Board shall be the same percentage as that of the District population. Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.

Just as many grassroots efforts have mobilized across the state to assist Arkansans affected by the tornado, the Delta Dental Foundation and its Board of Directors immediately decided to reallocate grant funds for emergency aid. The funding will lighten the financial load of organizations at the forefront of rebuilding their communities. Who can apply? Nonprofit, government and educational organizations agencies that address immediate disaster relief needs are eligible to apply. The organization must be located in Arkansas and serve Arkansans. Nonprofit organizations must have an active 501(c)(3) IRS status. Priority consideration will be given to those providing emergency dental care, oral hygiene supplies, shelter resources, solutions to food insecurity, and disaster clean-up support. Funding is limited and will be provided based on availability. Applications will be processed within 5 business days. Applicants will first be notified when their application is received, followed by a final communication when a decision has been made on the funding request. A follow-up report detailing how many were served through this funding will be required for all approved requests. APPLY HERE

The Arkansas Department of Commerce has created a webpage for Arkansans and businesses that have been impacted by the storms that hit the state on March 31, 2023. The new page is available at commerce.arkansas.gov/arkansas-tornado-response. The page includes links to resources from the federal, state and local levels, as well as information on how to remain up-to-date on the latest news regarding relief efforts. Business resources include unemployment assistance, insurance resources, consumer protection, and information on disaster loans.

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas homeowners and renters in three counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31 could be eligible for help from FEMA. The designated counties for FEMA Individual Assistance are Cross, Lonoke, and Pulaski. The fastest and easiest way to apply for assistance is by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov. If it is not possible to apply online, call 800-621-3362. The toll-free telephone lines operate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT seven days a week. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service. When you apply for assistance, have this information readily available: A current phone number where you can be contacted Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying Your Social Security number, if available A general list of damage and losses If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name Remember to keep receipts from all purchases related to cleanup and repair. Disaster assistance may include financial help with temporary lodging and home repairs along with other programs to assist families recovering from effects of the event. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans are available to businesses of all sizes, nonprofits, homeowners and renters. SBA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. For small businesses, those engaged in agriculture and most nonprofits: Up to $2 million is available for working capital needs even if there was no property damage, with a $2 million maximum loan for any combination of property damage and working capital needs. For homeowners: Up to $200,000 is available to repair or replace their primary residence. For homeowners and renters: Up to $40,000 is available to replace personal property, including vehicles. Businesses and residents can apply online at sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance. For questions and assistance completing an application, call 800-659-2955 or email DisasterCustomerAssistance@sba.gov. If you have homeowners or renters insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. By law, FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. If your policy does not cover all your damage expenses, you may then be eligible for federal assistance.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District's Boards will meet Thursday, March 23, 2023. The meeting will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke. Below you will find the information to join the meeting from a computer, tablet or smartphone, if needed. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US CEO Board - Agenda The CEO Board consists of the County Judges of each county of the Central Arkansas Planning & Development District and the Mayors of those Cities. The CEO Board organizes and appoints the workforce development board. As the Grant Recipient, it also oversees funding allocations within the region. Meeting Time: 9:30 a.m. Board of Directors - Agenda The governing body of the CAPDD is composed of twenty-five (25) members of the Board of Directors, composed of fifteen (15) local elected officials and ten (10) private citizens representing the various social and economic elements of the population. Each of the six (6) participating counties in the District is represented by four (4) board members. Minority representation on the Board shall be the same percentage as that of the District population. Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.

EDA has released a new Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (PWEAA) Notice of Funding Opportunity for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. (NOFO). The FY23 PWEAA NOFO describes the application submission and review processes for applications received under EDA’s Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) programs. In order to help communities meet their needs for infrastructure design and/or construction and compete more successfully on the global market, the Public Works program provides funds. The EDA's EAA program supports both construction and non-construction projects, such as the creation or improvement of public infrastructure, sectoral workforce partnerships, design and engineering, technical assistance, economic recovery strategies, and capitalization or re-capitalization of Revolving Loan Funds (RLF). There is no deadline for submitting applications, and they will be taken on a rolling basis. For more information regarding this funding opportunity for your community, contact Conya Spencer by email or call 501-676-2721.

Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board is seeking an independent consultant to conduct One-Stop Operator monitoring of the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area. The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) is the current One-Stop Operator. Background: Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Department of Labor (DOL) published Training and Employment Guidance Letter (TEGL) WIOA NO. 15-16. The Letter describes the groundwork for the One-Stop Operator selection process. In addition to the selection process, TEGL 15-16 requires Local Workforce Boards to conduct oversight and monitoring of its One-Stop Operator. The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board (CAWDB) has chosen to procure an independent consultant in order to conduct the monitoring process. Proposal Requirements: 1. Proposals must be received by the deadline: April 14, 2023 at 4:00 pm. Proposals should be e-mailed to the staff of the CAWDB, Carmen Edwards. In addition, the subject line should be “CAWDB RFP, CONFIDENTIAL PROPOSAL” Complete Attachment A – Coversheet Complete Attachment B – Budget. The budget must include a dollar amount bid for monitoring services. It is anticipated that a firm, fixed price contract will be negotiated based on this Request for Proposal. Each Quote should state the anticipated number of hours required to complete the engagement as well as the hourly rate to be charged by each level of professional providing services. After completion of the services contracted within this request, further investigation may be requested. You must quote your hourly rates for additional services. Costs occurred to prepare this proposal cannot be included within budget costs 2. Proposals must describe entity/company/individual’s understanding and qualifications and relevant experience regarding One- Stop Operator Monitoring and monitoring WIOA Title I Service Providers. In addition, please list previous and/or similarly completed projects. 3. Proposals must demonstrate adequate understanding of federal and state laws and regulations. 4. Proposals must include acknowledgement that the entity will adhere to the roles/responsibilities set forth in this Request for Proposal Package. 5. Proposals must disclose if the organization or entity’s employees are presently disbarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declare ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation by a Federal department or agency. 6. Proposals must disclose if the organization is unable to be properly bonded or insured. 7. Proposals must disclose if the organization or its employees are engaged in fraud or abuse. 8. Proposals must disclose any labor union disputes or issues. 9. Proposals must include entity/company/individual name, address, and phone number. In addition, the proposal must designate an individual who will serve as its point of contact, including that person’s phone number and email address. View the full scope of the Request for Proposal as failure to comply with any requirements may result in a disqualified proposal.

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced $5.6 billion in funding will go to 1,200 communities through more than 2,400 grants to States, urban counties, insular areas, DC, Puerto Rico, and local organizations across the country. These annual formula grants provide critical funding for a wide range of activities including affordable housing, community development, and homeless assistance. “Viable communities must promote integrated approaches to develop decent housing, suitable living environments, and expand economic opportunities to the most vulnerable,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “These funds allow communities to address their unique needs by prioritizing what matters most to their residents and letting them own their investments in community development through these important federal resources.” “This funding allows communities to address their most pressing local needs, providing flexible resources to build homes, support renters and homeowners, provide life-saving assistance to people experiencing homelessness, and improve public facilities, community resilience, and local economies,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development Marion McFadden. “HUD’s annual formula block grants allow states and localities to invest in the success of neighborhoods and allow people of modest means to thrive.” The grants announced today are provided through the following HUD programs: $3.3 billion to 1239 states and localities to build stronger communities— The Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) provides annual grants on a formula basis to states, cities, counties, and insular areas to develop stronger, more resilient communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income people. In 2022 the program helped over 60,000 families through housing activities, 46,000 individuals through job creation or retention, 83,500 people experiencing homelessness through improvements to homelessness facilities, over 5.3 million people through public services, and over 39 million people through public improvements. $1.5 billion to 664 participating jurisdictions to produce affordable housing — The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) is the primary Federal tool of States and local governments to produce affordable rental and owner-occupied housing for low-income families. HOME funds a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people. HOME projects leverage non-federal funds including, in many cases, tax credits for affordable rental housing. In 2022 the program helped create over 15,000 units of housing and nearly 17,000 households were assisted with tenant based rental assistance through the HOME program. $499 million to 130 qualifying cities and eligible states to connect people with HIV/AIDS to housing and support — The Housing Opportunities for Persons With HIV/AIDS (HOPWA) program provides stable and permanent housing assistance and supportive services to low-income people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Over 100,000 households receive HOPWA housing assistance and/or supportive services annually. $290 million to 359 states and localities to address homelessness — Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) provides funds for homeless shelters, assists in the operation of local shelters, and funds related social service and homeless prevention programs. Recipients enable people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness. ESG funds may be used for street outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, and rapid re-housing assistance. Annually, ESG connects over 350,000 people to emergency shelter as they transition to permanent housing $30 million to 23 States and the District of Columbia to support recovery from substance use disorder— The Recovery Housing Program (RHP) allows States and the District of Columbia to provide stable, transitional housing for individuals in recovery from a substance-use disorder. Combined the programs will provide critically needed funding to thousands of local programs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, and Northern Mariana Islands. View a complete list of all the communities who received funding.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District's Board of Directors will meet Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 10:30 am. The meeting will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke, Arkansas. For those who desire to attend these meetings online, the information on how to do so is provided below. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US Solid Waste Management District’s Board The counties that make up the Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District are Lonoke, Monroe and Prairie Counties. These counties are best described as rural, agricultural based communities. The Solid Waste Districts are partners in Solid Waste Management with the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality. Meeting Time: 9:30 a.m. Board of Directors The governing body of the CAPDD is composed of twenty-five (25) members of the Board of Directors, composed of fifteen (15) local elected officials and ten (10) private citizens representing the various social and economic elements of the population. Each of the six (6) participating counties in the District is represented by four (4) board members. Minority representation on the Board shall be the same percentage as that of the District population. Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.

A public hearing will beheld on February 27, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Keo City Hall located at 226 Main Street, Keo, AR 72083 for the purpose of identifying and prioritizing the community needs of the City of Keo and determining whether an application for Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) funds should be developed and if so, for what community need. Also, comments on proposed project activities will be discussed, especially those with possible impacts on the community, should the project receive funding. ACEDP funds are federal assistance received by the State of Arkansas and administered by the Economic Development Commission. These funds will be made available to cities and counties according to need and can be used for housing rehabilitation, community facilities, or economic development, but must address one of the following objectives: Provide benefit to low and moderate income families, Aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or Meet other community needs, which pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. All residents of the City of Keo are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process. The City of Keo will provide technical assistance in developing proposals by groups representing low and moderate-income persons. Accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and non-English speaking individuals proved that two business day notice is received by the grant administrator, Central Arkansas Planning & Development District.

A public hearing will be held on March 20th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Ward City Council Chambers located at 405 Hickory Street, Ward, Arkansas for the purpose of identifying and prioritizing the community needs of the City of Ward determining whether an application for Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) funds should be developed and if so, for what community need. Also, comments on proposed project activities will be discussed, especially those with possible impacts on the community, should the project receive funding. ACEDP funds are federal assistance received by the State of Arkansas and administered by the Economic Development Commission. These funds will be made available to cities and counties according to need and can be used for housing rehabilitation, community facilities, or economic development, but must address one of the following objectives: Provide benefit to low and moderate income families, Aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or Meet other community needs, which pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. All residents of the City of Ward are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process. The City of Ward will provide technical assistance in developing proposals by groups representing low and moderate-income persons. Individuals requiring physical or sensory accommodations including interpreter service, Braille, large print, or recorded materials, please contact Leigh Ann Pool at P. O. Box 300, Lonoke, AR 72086, 501-676-2721 or leigh.pool@capdd.org no later than Friday, March 10th 2023. Accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and non-English speaking individuals proved that two business day notice is received by the grant administrator, Central Arkansas Planning & Development District.

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission is now accepting grant applications for the Community Development Block Grants (CDBG). The grant deadline is April 13, 2023. ACEDP funds are federal assistance received by the State of Arkansas and administered by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. These funds will be made available to cities and counties according to need and can be used for housing rehabilitation, community facilities, or economic development, but must address one of the following objectives: 1. Provide benefit to low and moderate income families, 2. Aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or 3. Meet other community needs, which pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. Please contact the CAPDD Management Services Department to discuss any questions you may have about eligible projects and for assistance in preparing the grant application. A public hearing will be required to identifying and prioritizing the community needs of City/County determining whether an application for Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) funds should be developed and if so, for what community need. Also, comments on proposed project activities will be discussed, especially those with possible impacts on the community, should the project receive funding. Contact Information: Tanya.childers@capdd.org Leigh.pool@capdd.org Conya.spencer@capdd.org Trevor.villines@capdd.org

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development Boards will next meet on January 26, 2023. All times are approximations. These meetings will take place in the CAPDD Office in Lonoke, Arkansas, which is located at 902 North Center Street. For those who desire to attend these meetings online, the information on how to do so is provided below. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9292459836?pwd=Lzl0V2NPZnJiTWUyc2wrRk5QbGRwdz09 Meeting ID: 929 245 9836 Passcode: 133867 One tap mobile +13126266799,,9292459836#,,,,*133867# US Solid Waste Management District’s Board The counties that make up the Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District are Lonoke, Monroe and Prairie Counties. These counties are best described as rural, agricultural based communities. The Solid Waste Districts are partners in Solid Waste Management with the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality. Meeting Time: 9:00 a.m. CEO Board The CEO Board consists of the County Judges of each county of the Central Arkansas Planning & Development District and the Mayors of those Cities. The CEO Board organizes and appoints the workforce development board. As the Grant Recipient, it also oversees funding allocations within the region. Meeting Time: 9:45 a.m. Board of Directors The governing body of the CAPDD is composed of twenty-five (25) members of the Board of Directors, composed of fifteen (15) local elected officials and ten (10) private citizens representing the various social and economic elements of the population. Each of the six (6) participating counties in the District is represented by four (4) board members. Minority representation on the Board shall be the same percentage as that of the District population. Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.