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Attend a virtual workshop to meet with federal agencies to learn about available resources and discuss potential pathways for regional economic revitalization. This session is tailored specifically to North Dakota with a focus on the $300 million in federal funding recently announced as part of the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) Coal Communities Commitment. Attend to learn how to apply for the largest funding for coal communities in the history of the EDA and for more information on other federal funding opportunities.
WORKING AGENDA
Topic
Speakers
Central Time
Welcome & Introductions
Briggs White Deputy Executive Director Energy Communities Interagency Working Group
1:00 pm
Opening Remarks & Overview
Brian Anderson Executive Director Energy Communities Interagency Working Group
Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford North Dakota’s 38th Lieutenant Governor
Senator John Hoeven U.S. Senator for North Dakota
Sen. Kevin Cramer U.S. Senator for North Dakota
Geoff Simon Executive Director, Western Dakota Energy Association
1:05 pm
Federal Funding Opportunities for Coal Communities
A panel of senior officials representing the following federal agencies: