Description: Large federal grants can be transformative, but small communities often have limited staff and resources to manage complex funding opportunities. This webinar will highlight how one small community is preparing for a major federal grant project by building partnerships, leveraging technical assistance, and coordinating with key stakeholders. Through this case study, participants will gain practical strategies to strengthen local capacity, prepare for project implementation, and position their communities for long-term success.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop a plan to assess community capacity, identify resources needed, and position organizations for funding
• Identify technical assistance resources that support project readiness
• Strengthen collaboration with agencies and stakeholders

Presenters:

• Anna Archer, Project Manager, Environmental Finance Center at Wichita State University
• Rhonda Bell, City Clerk, City of Beverly, Kansas

Certificate: This webinar has NOT been submitted for approval of continuing education credit. We can provide a certificate of attendance to eligible attendees, but cannot guarantee it will meet your PDH or CEU requirements.

Who Should Attend: 

• Managers, owners, and operators of community water systems and wastewater treatment systems
• Decision-makers for water and wastewater utilities, including mayors, finance officers, utility managers, public works directors, city councilors, board members, tribal council members, and clerks
• Consultants and technical assistance providers serving water and wastewater systems

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