New Officials Institutes have been scheduled for 2023:

• July 21st at Tulsa Tech Lemly Campus
• October 26th at the Woodward Conference Center

Be sure to register soon to reserve your seat. Everyone is welcome to attend! More Information and Registration

The SHSP describes the process, actions and potential resources for implementing the strategies in emphasis areas prioritized by each state. Stakeholder input is vital for vision, mission and goals, emphasis area task teams and prioritizing locations for safety improvements and programs. More Information

The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency is seeking public input on a new affordable housing program created this year by state lawmakers. The State Legislature passed a law creating this $215 million program. It will create single family homes and multifamily rental housing. It will also provide down payment and closing cost assistance. Here is a link to information about the program and the input sessions: Public Input Requested: Housing Stability Program - Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency (ohfa.org)

Department Updates Webinar Schedule for Inflation Reduction Act Programs to Advance Affordable Clean Energy in Rural America

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is allowing applicants more time to submit letters of interest for the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program. The new opening date of July 10, 2023, will give organizations more time to prepare their applications.

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An informational session for an upcoming Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance Grant Announcement will be held via Teams Meeting on July 14th. This will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses applying to REAP, with priority for applicants from underserved communities, for applicants pursuing projects using underutilized technologies, or for applicants applying for grants under $20,000. Rural Development is providing grants to eligible entities to provide services to assist potential REAP applicants in submitting complete applications. More Information