August 20, 2021
KACo Leadership Institute: American Rescue Plan and EDA – County Funding Opportunities
This page includes links to resources related to the KACo Leadership Institute virtual training held on August 20, 2021 about new funding opportunities through the Economic Development Administration.
August 18, 2021
KACo Unemployment Insurance Board votes to return 100 percent of premiums to members
The vote was unanimous and includes a return of one full prior year of premiums.
August 18, 2021
First reporting deadline for county ARP funds fast approaching
The U.S. Treasury is now accepting the Interim Report for the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Recovery Funds which is due by August 31, 2021.
August 16, 2021
Webinar: NACo High Performance Leadership Academy
This page includes links to resources related to an informational webinar held on August 13, 2021 about the NACo High Performance Leadership Academy.
August 12, 2021
RFP issued by state to access funding for broadband
Up to $50 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds may be awarded by April 2022.
August 09, 2021
Positive state transportation revenue report for FY21
State budget office officials presented positive findings regarding the FY21 state revenue report to interim joint committee members last week.
August 06, 2021
Scott County leaders announce new partnership to boost internet access
A new $21 million partnership between Scott County and Spectrum will extend internet access to more than 5,000 citizens.
August 06, 2021
RFP for broadband funds expected to be released next week
State Budget Director John Hicks told members of the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue that the RFP for accessing those funds is nearly ready and will be released sometime next week.