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16 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Funds Aid in Construction of Affordable Apartments in WilsonGovernor’s Office of Economic Recovery & Investment (OERI) Director Dempsey Benton, Wilson Mayor Bruce Rose and Bob Kucab, Executive Director of the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for affordable apartments at the Springbrook Apartments construction site in Wilson on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 11:00 a.m. The site is located on Cresent Drive, off Forest Hills Road. 11
05 Gov. Perdue Launches New Website in Response to Federal ‘Race to the Top’ InitiativeGov. Bev Perdue today launched racetothetop.nc.gov and called upon North Carolinians to participate in the federal “Race to the Top” initiative. As part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Race to the Top is a federal $4.5 billion competitive grant fund that rewards states for educational innovation and achieving significant improvements in how students perform. 11
03 18 Contracts Totaling More Than $56.6 Million Awarded for Highway Projects Across North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue announced today that 18 contracts totaling $56.6 million have been awarded for highway and bridge projects across North Carolina, including 11 projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The contracts were awarded by the N.C. Department of Transportation to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. 10
19 Association to co-host free webinar on Recovery Zone BondsThe N. C. Association of County Commissioners (NCACC), the N. C. League of Municipalities and the State Treasurer’s Office are hosting a free webinar Oct. 22 on debt financing options for local governments and authorities through the issuance of Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds and Recovery Zone Facility Bonds authorized under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). 10
14 Rebates Available for Equipment that Reduces Diesel Truck EmissionsState environmental officials have $517,500 available for rebates on equipment and new long-haul trucks that reduce emissions from heavy-duty diesel engines, with funds provided under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009. 10
12 Office of Economic Recovery & Investment Announces $2 Million Award for High Speed Broadband Internet Service Mapping in North CarolinaThe N.C. Office of Economic Recovery & Investment (OERI) today announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded the first broadband mapping grants in the country through the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act. North Carolina’s total award is $2,023,874. 10
01 17 Contracts Totaling More Than $65 Million Awarded for Highway, Ferry Projects Across North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue today announced that 17 contracts totaling $65.2 million have been awarded for highway, bridge and ferry projects across North Carolina, including eight projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The N.C. Department of Transportation awarded the contracts to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. 09
24 Local Water Projects Receive Reallocated Economic Recovery FundsState officials today announced the reallocation of about $7.7 million in economic recovery funding to 12 communities for “green” drinking water projects and two communities for wastewater infrastructure projects as a part of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act awards. 09
17 First N.C. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Highway Project Completed in Winston-SalemFirst N.C. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Highway Project Completed in Winston-SalemMotorists traveling along Intestate 40 in Winston-Salem are not the only ones benefitting from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act’s (ARRA) first completed project in North Carolina. 09
09 Cultural Resources Announces 7.7 Million in Arts GrantsNorth Carolina Department of Cultural Resources Secretary Linda A. Carlisle announced today $7.7 million in grants for arts programs and projects across North Carolina for the 2009–10 fiscal year during a press conference today at the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Arts Council. 09
03 Gov. Perdue Announces Application for $28.1 Million in Broadband Recovery FundingGov. Bev Perdue today announced that MCNC has applied to receive $28.1 million in broadband recovery funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to support fiber acquisition for the North Carolina Research and Education Network (NCREN) in North Carolina. 09
01 North Carolina Submits Six High Speed Rail Project ApplicationsGov. Bev Perdue today announced that North Carolina has submitted the first of its high speed rail applications for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). 08
31 21 Contracts Totaling More Than $50 Million Awarded for Highway Projects Across North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue announced today that 21 contracts totaling $50.8 million have been awarded for highway and bridge projects across North Carolina, including eight projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The contracts were awarded by the N.C. Department of Transportation to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. 08
20 DOE Announces $37 Million for Small Business Research and TechnologyU.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that $37 million in funding from the Recovery Act will be made available to qualified small businesses through the Department’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. 08
19 Funds From American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Will Help North Carolina ForestsState forestry officials will receive more than $6 million in federal economic recovery funds to reduce the spread of wildfires and help restore some of the state’s once-abundant longleaf pine forests. 08
11 Economic Recovery Grants Awarded for Diesel Emissions Reduction ProjectsState environmental officials have awarded nearly $1.2 million in grants for 24 projects aimed at reducing air pollution from diesel-powered vehicles, equipment and ships, with funds provided under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) of 2009. 08
10 Economic recovery money will go toward priority contamination sitesState environmental officials soon will oversee assessment and cleanup actions at dozens of North Carolina’s most significant contamination sites, using funds awarded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. 07
31 15 Contracts Totaling More Than $29 Million Awarded for Highway Projects Across North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue today announced that 15 contracts totaling $29.3 million have been awarded for highway and bridge projects across North Carolina, including seven projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The contracts were awarded by Transportation Secretary Gene Conti to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. 07
30 North Carolina Submits Grant Application for Economic Recovery Funding for I-85 Improvement ProjectGov. Bev Perdue today announced that North Carolina has submitted a grant application for $300 million in discretionary grant money included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to use for the I-85 Corridor Improvement Project, which includes replacing the I-85 bridge over the Yadkin River, in Davidson and Rowan counties. 07
20 Gov. Perdue Announces Second Round of Drinking Water and Wastewater Recovery ProjectsGov. Bev Perdue today announced a total of $45.2 million in drinking water, stormwater and wastewater projects in a second round of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) awards. In total, 40 communities in 31 counties received second round funding. More than half of the second-round projects were identified as “green” projects. 07
17 NC Energy Office Offers Webcast Workshop to Help Public Official Gain Access to Federal Recovery Grant FundsThe North Carolina State Energy Office will conduct an interactive Webcast workshop on Tuesday, July 21 to help local government and public school officials gain access to more than $58.3 million in federal Recovery Act funds for energy conservation and job creation. 07
15 Gov. Perdue Announces NC in Line to Receive $8.8 Million to Help Citizens Buy Energy-Efficient AppliancesGov. Bev Perdue today announced that North Carolina is in line to receive $8.8 million in federal funds to help homeowners purchase energy-efficient appliances, from furnaces and room air conditioners to refrigerators and dishwashers. The money for ENERGY STAR rated appliances would be distributed through a program to be developed by the Energy Office along with the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment. 07
10 EPA Awards more than $7.5 million in Recovery Act funds to clean up underground petroleum leaks in North CarolinaIn an effort to protect people where they live, work, and play, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the distribution of $7,554,000 to North Carolina under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 to assess and clean up underground storage tank petroleum leaks. The greatest potential hazard from a leaking underground storage tank is that the petroleum or other hazardous substances seep into the soil and contaminate groundwater, the source of drinking water for nearly one-third of all Americans. 07
08 OERI Launches Outreach Program for Small and Historically Underutilized BusinessesThe N. C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) today announced the implementation of a statewide awareness campaign targeted to historically underutilized businesses (HUBs), including minority and small businesses. The four-month campaign will reach out to these groups through workshops and the use of a variety of communication vehicles to impart information and offer help with navigation of the various funding opportunities available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). 07
06 Office of Economic Recovery and Investment Announces Request for Proposals for Risk Assessment and Compliance MonitoringThe Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) is announcing the availability of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Grant Risk Assessment and Compliance Monitoring. 07
06 U.S. EPA Expedities Economic Recovery Funding to Reduce Diesel Emissions, Create Jobs in North CarolinaIn a move that stands to create jobs, boost local economies, reduce diesel emissions and protect human health and the environment for people of the State of North Carolina, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $509,000 to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction to retrofit school buses with emission reduction devices and to replace older buses with new, cleaner buses in several counties in North Carolina. This clean diesel project will create jobs while protecting North Carolina’s air quality. 06
26 NC Energy Office Submits Plan to Create Jobs, Renew Communities with Energy Efficiency and Conservation GrantsThe North Carolina State Energy Office, along with the state Office of Economic Recovery and Investment, has sent the U.S. Energy Department a proposal to invest $20.9 million in federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants. The grants will help create jobs, provide money for greater energy efficiency in North Carolina communities and encourage energy-saving innovations. The grants are funded through the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 06
25 Federal Energy Department Oks N.C. Plan to Use Recovery Funds to Create Green Jobs, Save EnergyGov. Bev Perdue announced today that the U.S. Energy Department has approved North Carolina’s $75.9 million Energy Plan to improve energy efficiency, promote greater use of renewable energy resources and create more green jobs. The program will be funded through the state’s share of federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. 06
24 31 Contracts Totaling More Than $73 Million Awarded For Highway Projects Across North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue announced today that 31 contracts totaling $73 million have been awarded for highway and bridge projects across North Carolina, including 11 projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The contracts were awarded by Transportation Secretary Gene Conti to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. A list of the projects is attached. 06
19 Gov. Perdue Signs Bill Providing Zero-Interest Bonds for School Construction, Renovation and RepairGov. Bev Perdue today signed Senate Bill 754, enabling North Carolina schools to use interest-free bonds for school construction, repair and renovation as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). 06
10 Gov. Perdue Announces Transit Projects Funded Through American Recovery and Reinvestment ActGov. Bev Perdue today announced that 140 transit projects across the state will receive more than $103 million in funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). These funds will enhance or expand transit options in both rural and urban communities. A list of projects is attached. 06
09 Public Comment Period is Open for the Health Information Technology Task Force ReportThe public comment period for the North Carolina Health Information Technology Task Force report is now open. The comment period will close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2009. 06
08 NC Energy Office to Hold Workshops to Help Public Officials Gain Access to Federal Recovery Energy Grant FundsThe North Carolina State Energy Office will conduct a series of free workshop around the state to assist local government and public school officials gain access to more than $58.3 million in federal Recovery Act funds to create jobs and conserve energy. The focus audience includes those with local governments, public school systems, community colleges, public universities and state agencies. 06
03 Gov. Perdue Announces Economic Recovery Workshop for Local Representatives, Businesses and Citizens in WilmingtonGov. Bev Perdue today announced that the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) will hold the fifth in a series of workshops across the state providing information and guidance to local municipalities, businesses and interested citizens on how the federal recovery funds will be administered. Gov. Perdue will speak at the Wilmington workshop on June 5, at 10 a.m. in UNC-Wilmington’s Burney Center. 06
02 Gov. Perdue Announces Economic Recovery Workshop for Local Representatives, Businesses and Citizens in RaleighGov. Bev Perdue today announced the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) will hold the fourth in a series of workshops across the state providing information and guidance to local municipalities, businesses and interested citizens on how the federal recovery funds will be administered. Gov. Perdue will speak at the Raleigh workshop on June 4, at 1 p.m. in Wake Technical Community College’s 2nd floor Conference Center in the Student Services Building. 05
29 Contracts Awarded for 17 Additional Highway Projects Funded Through American Recovery and Reinvestment ActGov. Bev Perdue today announced that contracts have been awarded for 17 additional highway projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The contracts total $102.8 million and were awarded by Transportation Secretary Gene Conti to the lowest respective bidder, as required by state law. A list of the projects is attached. 05
29 Gov. Perdue Announces $62 Million in Crime GrantsGov. Bev Perdue today announced the awarding of $62 million in grants to state and local agencies to improve community safety and assist crime victims. 05
28 Dollars and Cents: For Gang Programs that Make SenseThe Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (DJJDP) is pleased to announce the Community-Based Youth Gang Violence Prevention grants initiative. 05
13 Gov. Perdue Announces Economic Recovery Workshop for Local Representatives, Businesses and Citizens in Eastern North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue today announced that the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) will hold the third in a series of workshops across the state providing information and guidance to local municipalities, businesses and interested citizens on how the federal recovery funds will be administered. Gov. Perdue will speak at the May 18 workshop, to be held at 10 a.m. in Lenoir Community College’s Waller Auditorium in Kinston, N.C. 05
08 Perdue Announces JobsNOW Public Water Supply ProjectsGov. Bev Perdue today announced that nearly $40.5 million will be awarded to 35 communities in 28 counties for public water supply projects from the first-round distribution of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. 05
07 Gov. Perdue Announces Economic Recovery Workshop for Local Representatives, Businesses and Citizens in Western North CarolinaGov. Bev Perdue today announced that the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) will hold the second in a series of workshops across the state providing information and guidance to local municipalities, businesses and interested citizens on how the federal recovery funds will be administered. Gov. Perdue will speak at the May 11 workshop, to be held at 12 noon in Haywood Community College’s Charles M. Beall Auditorium in Clyde, N.C. 05
06 Gov. Perdue Announces ARRA Funding for North Carolina AmeriCorps ProgramsGov. Perdue today announced that the North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service received $891,387 in American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) funding to expand the capacity of four of its existing AmeriCorps programs. 05
05 Public Comment Period is Open for State Energy ProgramThe public comment period for the North Carolina State Energy Program is now open. The comment period will close at 12pm on May 11. 04
24 Recovery Funds Awarded for Wastewater and Stormwater ProjectsGov. Bev Perdue today announced that nearly $46 million will be awarded to 36 communities in 30 counties for wastewater and stormwater projects from the first-round distribution of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act monies by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. 04
23 Governor Perdue Announces Economic Recovery Workshops for Local Representatives, BusinessesGov. Bev Perdue today announced that the N.C. Office of Economic Recovery and Investment (OERI) will hold a series of workshops across the state to provide information and guidance to local municipalities, businesses and interested citizens on how the federal recovery funds will be administered. The first workshop is scheduled for April 28 at 1:30 p.m. in Winston-Salem State University’s Dillard Auditorium. 04
17 Gov. Perdue Announces Additional Highway and Bridge Projects to be Funded through Economic Recovery MoneyGov. Bev Perdue announced today an additional 64 highway and bridge projects totaling about $209 million that will be funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The projects identified to date total $679 million, more than 90 percent of the $735 million in recovery money North Carolina has received for highway and bridge improvements. 04
17 NC Receives Economic Recovery Funding From U.S. EPA to Reduce Diesel Emissions, Create JobsIn a move that stands to create jobs, boost local economies, reduce diesel emissions and protect human health and the environment for the people in the State of North Carolina, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $1.73 million to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The funding can be used to support clean diesel projects and loan programs to address the nation’s existing fleet of over 11 million diesel engines. 04
14 EPA Announces More Than $65.5 Million In Stimulus Funds for Water Infrastructure Projects in North Carolina to Boost Economy, Create Jobs and Protect Public HealthIn a move that stands to create jobs, boost local economies, improve aging water infrastructure and protect human health and the environment for the people in the State of North Carolina, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $65,625,000 to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This new infusion of money will help the state and local governments finance many of the overdue improvements to drinking water systems that are essential for protecting public health and the environment across the state. 04
02 Gov. Perdue Breaks Ground on First Economic Recovery Highway ProjectGov. Bev Perdue was joined by Transportation Secretary Gene Conti and other elected officials in Camden County at a ceremonial groundbreaking today for one of North Carolina’s first highway improvement projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The event was held at the George M. Wood Memorial Park on U.S. 158 in Camden County near the Camden/Pasquotank County line. 03
30 State Environmental Officials Schedule Public Comment Period/Public Hearing on Economic Recovery Public Water Supply ProjectsState environmental health officials have announced a comment period beginning today and running through April 7 to gather public comments on the draft plan for distribution of money from the state’s allocation for public water supply infrastructure projects. A public hearing has been scheduled for April 3 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 1a224 at 2728 Capital Blvd. in Raleigh. 03
27 North Carolina to receive $58 million for energy efficiency and conservationYesterday the federal government announced $3.2 billion in funding for local energy efficiency improvements through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. North Carolina is set to receive $58,050,300 of these funds for state, county and city efforts. 03
25 Gov. Perdue Announces $56 Million for National Guard FacilityGov. Bev Perdue announced today that work will begin shortly on a $56 million new North Carolina National Guard Joint Force Headquarters facility that will also house offices of the state Division of Emergency Management, the State Highway Patrol and the Department of Transportation in Raleigh. The project, which is expected to create up to 4,200 jobs, will be open to bids next week with work to start as soon as early summer and to be finished within two years. About $41.5 million in federal funding for the facility was included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 03
24 First Economic Recovery Transportation Contracts AwardedGov. Bev Perdue announced today that work will begin in April on the state’s first nine highway and bridge projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The contracts total $36.3 million and were awarded today by Transportation Secretary Gene Conti to the lowest respective bidders, as required by state law. 03
12 North Carolina Receives $208 Million for Weatherization and Energy Efficiency GrantsThe White House today announced nearly $8 billion in funding for weatherization and energy efficiency as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. North Carolina will receive $131,954,536 for weatherization and $75,989,000 for the state energy program. 03
10 Public Hearing About Economic Recovery Wastewater Projects ScheduledState environmental officials have scheduled a public hearing for March 17 to gather public comments on the draft plan for distribution of money from the state’s application for nearly $71 million for wastewater projects from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 03
06 North Carolina will receive over $56 million for crime preventionThe President and Attorney General today announced funding allocations to the states for state and local law enforcement assistance through the Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program as part of the federal recovery act. North Carolina state and local governments will receive over $56 million. State government will receive $34,491,558 and 216 different municipal and county governments will receive $21,853,798. 03
05 State Receives $336 Million in Medicaid Funds from the Federal Recovery ActThursday, the State of North Carolina received an additional $336 million in federal funds for the Medicaid Program from the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). These funds will assist North Carolina in addressing the budget shortfall for the current fiscal year. 03
02 Governor Perdue signs certification under ARRAGovernor Perdue signed today a certification of infrastructure investments as required by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 02
27 Gov. Perdue Launches NCRecovery.govGov. Bev Perdue today launched www.NCRecovery.gov, a guide to services of the newly created Office of Economic Recovery & Investment. NCRecovery.gov will let visitors track federal recovery funds in North Carolina, as well as learn about local contract and grant opportunities. 02
24 President Obama Announces More Than $439 Million in Medicaid Relief from ARRA for North CarolinaOn Monday, February 23, President Barack Obama announced in a meeting with the Nation’s Governors that states will be able to access the first two quarters of Federal Medical Assistance Percentage funding (FMAP) – the federal match for Medicaid – starting this Wednesday, February 25. North Carolina’s State plan was originally not in compliance with the requirements for receiving the enhanced FMAP, but working together over the past twenty-four hours, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the state were able to resolve the outstanding issue and FMAP funds will be available to North Carolina. FMAP funding helps pay for health care for the families hit hard by the economic crisis and some of the nation’s most vulnerable citizens. More than 49 million Americans rely on Medicaid for health care coverage and this funding could help 20 million more Americans get covered. 02
24 Gov. Perdue Announces First Round of Road and Bridge Projects as Part of Federal Economic StimulusGov. Bev Perdue today announced 70 highway and bridge projects throughout North Carolina will soon get under way using $466 million in federal economic stimulus funding. The money is the first half the state will receive for highway improvements through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The new federal law requires states to obligate the first half of transportation stimulus money within 120 days of receipt, and the remaining half to projects within a year. According to state transportation officials, this round of infrastructure investment will create about 14,000 jobs for the state. 02
19 Gov. Perdue To Pursue Economic Recovery Plan Grant Money For Yadkin River Bridge ReplacementGovernor Bev Perdue announced today she will pursue discretionary grant money included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to use for replacement of the Yadkin River Bridge on I-85 in Davidson and Rowan counties. The project is estimated to cost around $300 million. Gov. Perdue and NCDOT Secretary Gene Conti will work with Sen. Kay Hagan, Rep. Mel Watt and the rest of North Carolina’s Congressional delegation to obtain funding. 02
19 Gov. Perdue Signs Agreement to Provide Additional Money for UnemployedGov. Bev Perdue today signed an agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor to provide $25 more per week in federal unemployment insurance benefits to those who qualify under the Unemployed Workers and Struggling Families Act. 02
17 Gov. Perdue Names Benton To Lead Office Of Economic Recovery & InvestmentGov. Bev Perdue today announced the creation of the Office of Economic Recovery & Investment to coordinate and track North Carolina’s handling of federal stimulus funds as well as state-level economic recovery initiatives. Perdue named Dempsey Benton, former secretary of the state Health and Human Services Department, to lead the office and provide accountability for use of the recovery dollars. |
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