Indio seeks public input on $750,000 CDBG annual action plan City staff opened the first of two required public hearings for the FY 2026–27 Community Development Block Grant annual action plan, said Indio expects an allocation near $750,000, and announced a 30‑day public review and application window; council questioned outreach and requested clearer allocation guidance.

Indio is gearing up to allocate $750,000 for community projects, and they want YOUR input on how to make the biggest impact!

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Nonprofit providers press Connecticut Appropriations Committee for $155 million to stabilize services and pay Hundreds of nonprofit leaders, staff and family members told the Appropriations Committee that years of flat rates and rising costs have created staffing crises and waiting lists; many urged the committee to add $155 million to FY27 to equalize rates and shore up direct support pay.

Connecticut's nonprofits are rallying for a crucial $155 million boost to support essential services and raise pay for direct support professionals amid a growing crisis.

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Advocates urge restoring combined HIV and harm-reduction budget language, ask to continue $340,000 funding AIDS service organizations testified the governor's FY27 budget splits HIV/AIDS and harm-reduction funds into separate lines, which would prevent flexible use across both services; they asked the committee to restore prior combined language and continue a $340,000 funding level approved in FY26.

Advocates are sounding the alarm over proposed budget changes in Vermont that could hinder critical funding for HIV/AIDS services and harm-reduction programs.

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Board balks at transfer plan for Foothill Terrace grant, orders staff to re-open funding After a lengthy public and staff exchange, Calaveras County supervisors declined to amend a subaward that would have treated a 2017 property acquisition as eligible for REAP reimbursement, and directed staff to pursue alternatives including termination of the existing subaward and reissuing a notice of funding availability.

Calaveras County supervisors have put the brakes on a controversial plan that could have unlocked millions in funding for affordable housing, insisting instead on a clearer path to deliver homes to those in need.

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House education committee moves to embed at‑risk funding into formula; broad advocacy in support The committee reported a substitute for HB 92 to codify at‑risk and special‑needs add‑on funding into Virginia’s school funding formula after several groups including the Commonwealth Institute, Virginia Education Association and local school officials testified in favor; committee vote 18-1.

Virginia's House Committee has just taken a groundbreaking step toward funding equity by integrating support for low-income and disabled students into the primary school funding formula.

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Louisa County veterans officer warns state incentive plan could shrink local training funds and create HIPAA risk A county veterans services official told the Louisa County Board the stateinancing and software proposal could reallocate local training dollars and grant outside access to claims records, raising HIPAA exposure concerns and uneven incentives that would disadvantage rural counties.

Local veterans' services could face severe cuts and potential HIPAA violations if a new state incentive program goes through, threatening the support for our heroes.

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Lawmakers push to protect CTE funding and broaden charter hold‑harmless after HB63 impacts Members warned that LFC's reduction of the CTE bucket and LFC's $6 million charter‑only hold‑harmless could harm students; representatives asked that hold‑harmless aid Magdalena and other districts, and urged reviewing moving some funding into recurring appropriations.

Lawmakers are sounding the alarm on proposed cuts to Career and Technical Education funding that could jeopardize students' pathways to success!

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Teachers tell board $4.1M cuts are harming classrooms; call for levies and restored staff PLSEA leaders told the Prior Lake‑Savage board that a recent $4.1 million reduction package is increasing class sizes, reducing interventions and eliminating programs, and urged the board to pursue levies and restore staff to preserve instruction and student supports.

Teachers are sounding the alarm as a staggering $4.1 million budget cut leads to overcrowded classrooms and a decline in vital programs, urging the board to act before it's too late.

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Advisory committee flags grant‑match hurdles, to research pooled models and Good Neighbor Authority funding Members identified grant‑match requirements as a barrier for small applicants, debated whether Good Neighbor Authority funding should be called out separately, and volunteered staff to compile other states’ models and draft recommendation language for the council.

Colorado's advisory committee is sounding the alarm on grant-match hurdles that favor wealthy applicants and exploring innovative funding solutions to level the playing field for smaller organizations.

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Commission debates SPLOST 2026 project list, asks staff to identify TAD overlaps and buckets for district equity Commissioners discussed the draft SPLOST 2026 project list for the May referendum and asked staff to map projects eligible for TAD funding, consider geographic equity for districts that received less prior funding, and identify projects that could be advanced with unanticipated SPLOST 2023 revenue.

Athens commissioners are reimagining funding strategies, aiming to accelerate key projects and ensure fair investments across all districts—could this be the shift our community needs?

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Bend International School presents charter renewal; leaders highlight academic gains and raise funding-equity concern Bend International School told the Ben La Pine School Board it has shown steady academic gains and serves students who might not otherwise enroll in district schools. The presenter also said state funding flows leave BIS classrooms receiving a smaller share of the funding generated for their students and asked the board to consider equity during the MOU process.

Bend International School is not just thriving with impressive academic gains, but is also raising crucial concerns about funding equity that could reshape the future for its diverse student body.

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RISE took part in a 3-day Baidoa training (Dec 14–16) by Save the Children on funding access for youth & women-led organizations.

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Danbury board prepares five items for CABE delegate assembly, including AI language and Alliance funding protections Danbury School Board members agreed to refine and submit five pieces of proposed language to the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) delegate assembly: edits to digital citizenship to add AI awareness, a new AI steering-committee resolution, Alliance/ECS funding protections (COLA/hold-harmless), charter-financing clarifications,

Danbury School Board is pushing for crucial changes in digital citizenship and funding protections at the upcoming CABE delegate assembly—will their priorities shape the future of education in Connecticut?

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RCTC committee approves 2026 STIP programming, reprograms funds to projects ready to build The Budget Implementation Committee approved staff recommendations to program Riverside County's 2026 State Transportation Improvement Program share, reassigning funds from delayed projects to those nearer construction, and authorizing an MOU amendment with the City of Blythe to swap Palo Verde STIP funds with Measure A highway funds.

Riverside County is set to revamp its transportation projects with a $32.7 million boost, reallocating funds to expedite critical upgrades and avoid federal funding losses!

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Expert urges Wyoming to update ECA and RCA, propose 2025 hedonic wage index Dr. Lori Taylor told the Select Committee on School Finance that Wyoming should continue separate external cost adjustments (ECA) for professional and nonprofessional labor, supplies and energy but update the indices used. She recommended Wyoming‑specific comparable wage indices for labor and Bureau of Economic Analysis measures for education‑side)

Wyoming's education funding could see a major overhaul as Dr. Lori Taylor pushes for updated cost adjustments to ensure fair compensation across the state.

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Superintendents warn tightened rules and uncertainty for school safety, mental-health funding could disrupt services District leaders told the House appropriation subcommittee that flexibility granted after the Oxford shooting was narrowed in later appropriations cycles, increasing compliance burdens and causing districts to delay hires and services.

Superintendents warn that new funding rules for mental health and school safety are putting critical services at risk, leaving districts uncertain about the future of their support staff.

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Brewston Schools Implement Credit Recovery While Addressing Staffing and Funding Challenges Brewston Schools explore credit recovery for middle school as staffing and funding issues rise.

Brewston Schools are tackling urgent challenges, from reintroducing credit recovery programs to addressing overwhelming class sizes and funding gaps.

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California DOJ secures $168 billion in federal funding against Trump administration attempts California DOJ files 37 lawsuits, protecting funding and winning 17 of 19 cases.

California's relentless fight against the Trump Administration has resulted in securing over $168 billion in federal funding, showcasing a remarkable return on investment for its legal battles.

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New report from Creative UK reveals funding barriers facing UK screen storytellers Creative UK unveils a landmark report that exposes structural challenges in the financing landscape for the UK’s screen-based storytelling businesses.

Our report featured in British Cinematographer 📽️ revealing the funding barriers facing UK screen storytellers, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds.

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Board Approves $50,000 Allocation for Human Services Development Fund in Midland The board allocates $50,000 from the Human Services Development Fund for local agencies.

Mifflin County's commissioners just approved a pivotal $50,000 funding boost to strengthen human services and combat homelessness in the community!

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Shoshone County Officials Discuss Funding and Connectivity for Local Transit Services County leaders negotiate funding gaps and connectivity improvements for regional transit services.

Bonner County officials are on a mission to transform public transportation for underserved residents, tackling funding gaps and enhancing service connectivity.

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Houston County Faces Funding Cuts for SEMCAC Senior Services and Support Programs SEMCAC reports service changes due to funding cuts impacting Houston County's seniors and low-income residents.

Funding cuts threaten vital services for seniors and low-income residents in Houston County, raising urgent concerns about the future of community support.

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Localities Discuss Tax Rate Equality for Education Funding Across Virginia Officials debate fair funding solutions for small and large localities in Virginia.

Virginia's localities are grappling with tax rate disparities that leave smaller communities like Highland at a disadvantage compared to wealthier areas like Arlington.

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California Trauma Recovery Centers Face Funding Challenges Amid Rising Demand California Trauma Recovery Centers seek funding amidst increased demand and potential budget cuts.

California's Trauma Recovery Centers are battling funding disparities as demand skyrockets—will they get the support they need to help victims across the state?

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School District Plans to Continue Programs Amid Federal Funding Cuts District confirms ongoing support for educator training and student services despite federal funding challenges.

Despite facing unexpected federal funding cuts, the Fort Atkinson School District is unwavering in its commitment to crucial educational programs that support both teachers and students.

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Community health services seek $90K from regional organizations after funding cuts Collaborative group recommends funding allocation to fill service gaps for community health.

Pitkin County's community health services are facing a $90,000 funding gap due to federal cuts, prompting a collaborative push for equitable support from local organizations.

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US federal grants continue to widen research gaps, directing $50B to elite institutions while community colleges struggle with outdated resources. Reform needed! #FundingEquity #EducationReform 🎓💡 learn how i got $1256 grant for my business: tinyurl.com/financialhel...

MDOT prioritizes highway system maintenance with $271M funding target for District 8 MDOT aims for an average NSI of 84.7 with $271M needed over six years.

Nebraska's highways are at a critical crossroads—will a proposed funding shift leave rural roads in the dust?

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