President Announces $50 Billion Infrastructure Proposal
President Obama proposed $50 billion in spending and the creation of an infrastructure bank. The bank would finance infrastructure projects for roads, railways, and airports. Obama claimed, "[i]t will change the way Washington spends your tax dollars" referring to the merit based approval for projects funded or financed by the bank. See also the New York Times article.
For more information contact Fritz Ohrenschall at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4020. |
Northeast-Midwest Institute Opening for Executive Director
The Northeast-Midwest Institute is seeking applications for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director's principal tasks are to:
- Raise the profile and prominence of the Institute by providing strategic direction and serving as principal spokesperson for the organization, working collaboratively with multiple constituencies and audiences to promote the group's mission, work and vision.
- Enable this higher profile and prominence by managing, enhancing, and coordinating the Institute's fundraising efforts, including strategies to increase un-restricted and restricted support from such sources foundations, federal and state governments, corporations, and individuals;
- Provide leadership to all administrative, operational, and financial tasks, preparing and adhering to Board-approved annual budgets; recruiting, hiring, evaluating and discharging voluntary and compensated personnel; executing contracts; and maintaining sound records;
- Provide inspiring leadership and strong management of the policy research and development process, encourage and support the professional development of all staff; and ensure the highest quality work performance by professional staff, contractors and interns.
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Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference, Oct 13-15, in Cleveland
Help your community realize its potential by participating in the Reclaiming Vacant Properties conference! This year's conference will be held in Cleveland, October 13-15 at the historic Renaissance Cleveland Hotel.
Join hundreds of your peers from communities from the Sunbelt to the Rustbelt, to learn about the policies, tools, and strategies to catalyze long-term, sustainable revitalization. Share your experiences and insights, and become a part of the only national network focused on building the knowledge, leadership, and momentum to reclaim vacant and abandoned properties to foster thriving neighborhoods.
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