32 minutes
This recorded webinar explores the options for responding to USDA's opportunity to amend REAP projects, including choosing to make changes, choosing no changes, or doing nothing. We propose two more alternative options including: Send a letter to Rural Development regional and national offices to ask for clarity, and clarifying the project's alignment with the Executive Orders.
0:00 – Evaluating Options Before the April 24 Deadline
3:17 – Understanding Amendments and Their Purpose
7:22 – Clarifying the Executive Order and Its Implications
12:08 – Challenges in Aligning REAP Projects with the Executive Order
17:18 – Options for Addressing the Amendment Opportunity
27:37 – Practical Steps and Resources for Project Holders
29:12 – Addressing Additional Questions and Concerns
This recorded webinar refers to two resources:
Navigating Amendments to Your USDA Signed Agreement per Executive Orders: Options and Actions, addresses common questions about amendments and walks through the advantages and risks of key options
We also have a resource specific to REAP funding recipients: Sending an Inquiry Letter to Seek Clarity on USDA’s March 26 notification to REAP funding recipients–before the April 25 deadline
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