BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:dca.georgia.gov VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:d41e3a80df020170c7dab1d2cb5f0285 DTSTAMP:20260520T041508Z SUMMARY:2025 CDBG Summit - Registration Now Closed DESCRIPTION:2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Summit \n\nAgend a Overview\n\nMonday\, October 6\, 2025 \n\n10:00 am – 11:30 am – CDB G Big Check Photo Opportunity \n\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – CDBG Awards Lu ncheon   \n\n2:00 pm – 5:00 pm General Session \n\nSuccessfully Imple menting Projects for 2025 Annual Competition Recipients \n\nMandatory att endance required for local government representatives directly involved wi th the administration of the awarded 2025 project. \n\nPresentations will cover the fundamentals of CDBG grant administration\, including understan ding the award package\, financial management\, timely implementation\, an d reporting requirements. DCA staff will highlight common challenges encou ntered in recent funding cycles and share best practices to help communiti es navigate the process more effectively. The presentations will also emph asize the importance of coordination among local stakeholders to ensure ti mely execution and maximize project impact. In addition\, the CDBG team wi ll walk participants through the start-up site visit checklist\, equipping communities with the knowledge needed to successfully launch their projec ts. \n\nTuesday\, October 7\, 2025 \n\n9:00 am – 5:00 pm General Sessi on \n\nFederal Compliance Requirements for Potential CDBG Applicants and 2025 Annual Competition Recipients \n\nMandatory attendance required for local government representatives directly involved with the administration of the awarded 2025 project. Recommended attendance for local government representatives planning to apply in the 2026 cycle. \n\nThis essential t raining will demystify the federal compliance requirements tied to applyin g for and administering a Community Development Block Grant award. Many lo cal government staff are unfamiliar with these requirements\, which can le ad to delays or compliance issues during project implementation. DCA staff will provide a clear overview of key compliance elements\, present them i n a general chronological order\, and explain their purpose and significan ce. Topics will include: Complying with the Build America\, Buy America Ac t\, Federal Procurement Requirements\, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act\, Federal Labor Standards\, National Environmental Policy Act\, Historic Preservation\, Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Prope rty Acquisition Act\, and Citizen Participation Requirements.  \n\nWedne sday\, October 8\, 2025 \n\n9:00 am – 4:00 pm General Session \n\nAppl ication Development for Potential CDBG Applicants \n\nRecommended attenda nce for local government representatives planning to apply in the 2026 cyc le. \n\nThe Community Development Block Grant Program provides funding fo r local community development activities\, including affordable housing\, infrastructure improvements\, and other public facilities\, with the prima ry goal of benefiting low- to moderate-income persons. Presentations will offer an overview of the State’s Method of Distribution (MOD) for CDBG f unds\, eligible activities\, and how to meet a National Objective. In-dept h guidance on developing applications for the CDBG Annual Competition\, th e Employment Incentive Program (EIP)\, the Redevelopment Fund (RDF)\, and the Immediate Threat and Danger (ITAD) Program will be provided. By the en d of the training\, attendees will be well-equipped to demonstrate complia nce\, craft effective narratives\, and document needs that impact the heal th and safety of low- to moderate-income communities. \n\n10:00 am – 3: 00 pm \n\nPartner Tables: Funding & Technical Assistance Opportunities \ n\nRecommended attendance for local government representatives planning to apply in the 2026 cycle. \n\nAttendees are encouraged to visit partner t ables staffed by representatives from key agencies offering funding opport unities and specialized guidance. \n\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\nTechnical Assistance Tables \n\nRecommended attendance for local government represe ntatives planning to apply in the 2026 cycle. \n\nJoin CDBG team members for one-on-one discussions about potential projects and previously denied applications. Tables will be organized by project type: Housing & Multi-Ac tivity\, Water & Sewer\, and Streets & Drainage/Multi-Infrastructure/Build ings. This is a valuable opportunity to receive tailored guidance and stre ngthen your upcoming application. \n\nThursday\, October 9\, 2025 \n\nHo using Application Development for Potential CDBG Applicants \n\nRecommend ed attendance for local government representatives planning to apply in th e 2026 cycle. \n\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm General Session \n\nPresentations provide in-depth guidance on developing competitive applications for the Annual Competition\, with a focus on Neighborhood Revitalization projects. Attendees will learn how to align their project scope with program goals\ , strengthen application narratives\, and meet key documentation and eligi bility requirements. Additionally\, an overview of the Revitalization Area Strategy (RAS) Program\, including eligibility criteria\, the benefits of RAS designation\, and how it can enhance a CDBG application is included. Guidance will be provided on developing a strong strategy to target distre ssed areas and leverage additional funding opportunities. \n\n**Please no te\, times are approximate and subject to change**   URL:https://dca.georgia.gov/events/2025-10-06/2025-cdbg-summit-registration -now-closed DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251010 LOCATION:240 Coliseum Drive Macon\, GA 31217 US X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR