CITY QUICKLY DELIVERS AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN TO THOSE IN NEED
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A Statement From Mayor Gahan on Today’s Actions
“I’m pleased to announce that today, the City of New Albany took swift action to help bring some relief to those in need and who have been suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Armed with the newly acquired Rescue Plan Funds from President Joe Biden and the 117th American Congress, Commissioners from the New Albany Redevelopment Commission took steps to deliver aid and financial support to three celebrated non-profit organizations in the City of New Albany. I am proud that we were able to work together to quickly provide financial assistance to those who need it the most. We are committed to using these Rescue Funds to help residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and others to rebuild from this ferocious attack on our nation’s health. I want to thank the New Albany City Council for their bipartisan support to help expedite the use of these funds to promote health, healing, and to hasten our local economic recovery.” – Mayor Jeff Gahan
NARC Pushes Funds into Service to Combat Key Issues
At today’s meeting, three initial program allotments were approved by the New Albany Redevelopment Commission (NARC). $50,000 in financial assistance was approved to three organizations: Dare to Care, Hope Southern Indiana, and Our Place Drug and Alcohol Services. Together, these three organizations provide immense assistance with several key issues and problems that communities can face, like food insecurity, eviction protections, utility assistance and/or prevention of disconnection, assistance to veterans, homeless and substance abuse assistance, mental health assistance, addiction services, and more.
Brief History of the American Rescue Plan
In early March, the American Rescue Plan was signed into law. As part of this plan, the City of New Albany is expected to receive a total allotment of $16.83 million to help aid in the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The first half has already been received by the city of New Albany, and the second half is expected sometime next year.
The New Albany City Council has, through a bipartisan 5-3 vote, tasked the New Albany Redevelopment Commission (NARC) with implementing programs and funds from the American Rescue Plan. The NARC has vast experience dealing with federal programs and guidelines, as well as having a staff in place to help quickly get these rescue funds into service.
NARC Adopts Rules and Internal Controls for ARP Funds
At today’s NARC meeting, the board adopted rules, policies, and internal controls for administering the American Rescue Plan. The rules mirror the language that was passed by the 117th Congress and includes strict guidelines on what the funds can be used for.
Further Reading and Past Actions:
A Statement from Mayor Gahan on the American Rescue Plan
