If you would like to view The Ferguson Group’s presentation, you may access it here.

Join NACA for a special Idea Exchange to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds.

Agenda

• Welcome from NACA leadership

• Presentation from The Ferguson Group

  • Introduction of TFG and services

  • Current engagements with counties (ARPA, earmarks, advocacy, etc.)

• Roundtable discussion / Idea Exchange

  • ARPA funding uses:

    • Creative and innovative ideas

    • Questions and concerns

  • Infrastructure package, earmarks, and future federal funding

Overview

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) is moving fast and county governments will soon have access to substantial funding. We are all scrambling to understand how funds can be used and what principles/priorities we should apply to manage the process to ensure investment in community needs, while avoiding ongoing expenses that further exacerbate our structural budget challenges.

This session provides an opportunity to participate in a lively discussion about how county leaders are planning on using the funds. You will have the opportunity to learn from one another about challenges, strategies, and innovative ideas.