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Building North Dakota
State Director Jasper Schneider
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We started the ND 2.0 initiative with one thing in mind: to define the future.
Next week, we'll be conducting the final chapter in this quest with a meeting in Fargo to gather feedback and share the results from the rest of the state. We have also partnered with NDSU to assist ND 2.0 in the research of the statewide data and to provide analysis on the results. These findings and recomendations will be made public in a comprehensive report and delivered to leaders at the local, state and federal level. I care a lot about North Dakota and it's important that we define the future, instead of the future defining us. Come experience the capstone meeting of North Dakota 2.0 next week in Fargo. 
Jasper Schneider
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PLANET MONEY WILL BE IN FARGO!
Adam Davidson and Alex Blumberg, hosts of the popular radio show Planet Money will be at ND 2.0 to provide a perspestive on North Dakota's changing economy. They will be informative and entertaining as they have the unique ability to explain complex economic issues. Register today to hear them speak and ask them questions!
Listen to the Planet Money hosts and Jasper Schneider, USDA Rural Development state director, on Hear It Now. | |
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What is it: A capstone event of 13 meetings held across North Dakota. ND 2.0 is an initiavie aimed at gathering people to discuss our future and how we achieve success, strengthen our communities and preserve our quality of life in a changing economy.
When is it: April 17th at 8:00 a.m., but also come to the social the night before starting at 6 p.m.
Where is it: Radisson in downtown Fargo
For more details and to register, please visit www.nd20.com.
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 WEST FARGO
Forum Editorial: Historic village wins roses | |
Prairie roses: To the Cass County Historical Society and the managers of Bonanzaville for working with a coalition of banks and USDA Rural Development to secure $800,000 to restore buildings at the historic village near West Fargo. The money will go to pay existing obligations and for new work on several buildings. Work should resume next month and be completed in about six weeks for part of the project and later in summer for the rest. It's a positive turn of events for Bonanzaville and the society. The village managers and society board of directors seemed unable to raise the village out of debt and a history of staff turnover. It appears needed and substantial changes have been made that will get the village back to its primary purposes: preserve and enhance the rich history of Cass County and the Red River Valley. That's good news for everyone who cherishes the region's heritage. - Fargo Forum, April 1, 2012
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FORT TOTTEN
Ribbon-cutting, dedication of elderly housing complex |
 | | Senator Byron Dorgan and Jasper Schneider, USDA Rural Development state director, join supporters of the elderly housing project to celebrate the grand opening. |
Spirit Lake Nation celebrating the completion of a new senior living center. The building has 18 units, fullfurnished available for qualifying elderly and handicapped individuals on the reservation. USDA Rural Development provided a $200,000 loan and tenants will also receive rental assistance as to not pay more than 30% of their income. Other Funding came from a tribal grant and a congressional earmark secured by Senator Dorgan. The units have already been filled as affordable elderly housing has long been needed on the reservation.
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HOT BOX
Chris Berg with 1100 AM The Flag interviews State Director Jasper Schneider | |
 | | Jasper Schneider talks about growth in North Dakota and the ND 2.0 initiative. Click picture to watch interview. |
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| PROGRAM UPDATE | |
Water program interest rates drop The Water and Wastewater loan programs have dropped interest rates to a historic low of 3.375%. The loan programs has a poverty and health issue interest rate that can be as low as 2.0%. By reducing these interest rates, communities will be able to stretch debt payment dollars further than ever before. Rural Development programs are able to provide direct and guarantee loans and/or grants for many community based projects. All applications are first considered for loan funds based on the ability to repay a debt. Grant funds may be applied to assist with keeping payments in reach of a community's financial resources. Eligibility is determined by the Median Household Income (MHI) for the service area of the project. Rural communities interested in financing are encouraged to visit the water program webpage or contact mark.wax@nd.usda.gov. |
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