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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009Higher Education and the Stimulus Package
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Steve HoibergHigher Education Marketing Manager
Phone: 708.502.8305E-mail: [email protected]
Nichelle GrantK-12 Education Marketing Manager
Phone: 847.941.6293E-mail: [email protected]
Dave SnuttjerNational EES Business Development Manager
Phone: 847.941.5516E-mail: [email protected]
Presenters
© Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. 2009. All rights reserved.
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Purpose
Overview
Funding Overview 4
State Fiscal Stabilization Fund 5
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant 17
Other Governmental Organizations and Existing Bonds Enhanced with Stimulus Funding 23
Additional Resources 29
To help ACUPCC signatory schools understand:
What stimulus money is available for higher education?
How to interact with your state,county and city?
What additional stimulus resources are available?
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Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
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Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
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US Department of Education
State Fiscal Stabilization Fund Program (SFSF)
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Spend Quickly to Save and Create
Jobs
Ensure Transparency and
Accountability
Thoughtfully Invest One-Time Funds
Advance Effective Reforms
ARRA and SFSF: Education Funding Overview
In sum, the overall investment in education exceeds $100 billion
The money for SFSF comes out of the $100 billion Success depends on leadership, judgment, coordination and communication
along four "Key Principles":
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF)
State FiscalStabilization Fund
$53.6 billion
Governors
$48.6 billion
The Secretary
$5 billion
Public Elementary, Secondary, and Institutions of
Higher Education
81.8% ($39.8 billion)
Education, School Modernization, Public Safety, or other Government Services
18.2% ($8.8 billion)
Race to the Top
($4.35 billion)
Formula Competitive
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF): Private Colleges
SFSF and Private Colleges
According to ‘Guidance on the State Fiscal Stabilization Fund’http://www.ed.gov/programs/statestabilization/guidance.pdf
Yes. A State may use these funds to construct, modernize, renovate, or repair a private school facility. However, the limitations referenced in Question IV-3 apply to such uses of funds. For example, a State is prohibited from using Government Services funds for construction, modernization, renovation, or repair of facilities (a) that are used for sectarian instruction or religious worship; or (b) in which a substantial portion of the functions of the facilities are subsumed in a religious mission. (See generally Section 14004(c) of the ARRA.)
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF):Federal Release of Funds
Federal Release of Funds
Phase One 67 percent of the state’s total stabilization allocation released (money is given approximately two weeks after application is approved).
Phase OneExceptionalCircumstances
Up to an additional 23 percent of the state’s total stabilization allocation released (for a total of up to 90 percent).
Phase Two Remaining portion (33%) of the state’s total stabilization allocation was to be released by September 30, 2009, but actually occurred in mid July; all states now have their full allocation
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There is no money specifically allocated for modernization; as such, this may prove a low priority in some states compared to other critical education needs
Modernization is an Option
Through these funds, institutions of higher education can pursue work related to electrical systems, plumbing systems, sewage systems, heating, ventilation or air conditioning systems, the installation of energy-efficient windows, the repair of roofs, asbestos abatement or removal, bringing facilities into compliance with fire and safety codes, making facilities accessible or upgrading facilities to support new programs or services
What Modernization, Renovation and Repairis Permissible?
Casinos and gaming establishments, aquariums, zoos, golf courses, swimming pools, financial assistance to students, maintenance of systems, equipment and facilities, stadiums (construction, modernization, renovation and repair), sectarian education and religious facilities
What is not Allowed?
State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF):Modernization
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Use of the Government Services Fund
Category Estimated Percentageof Funds to be used
Public Safety 0%
Elementary and secondary education (excluding modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities)
48%
Public IHEs (excluding modernization, renovation, or repair of IHEs ) 42%
Modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities 5%
Modernization, renovation, or repair of IHEs 5%
Medicaid 0%
Public assistance 0%
Transportation 0%
Other (please describe) 0%
Undetermined 0%
Total 100%
If ‘Yes’ to Modernization Under SFSF:http://www.ed.gov/programs/statestabilization/resources.html
*This is an example of an actual state’s application
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF):Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Institution of Higher Education (IHE)
An IHE is not required to submit an application in order to receive funds unless the Governor requires it.
The Governor may direct an IHE to submit an application that contains information that he or she may reasonably require, and may restrict the IHE’s use of funds to expenditures that would help mitigate the need for increases in tuition and fees paid by in-state students.
There is flexibility in when funds can be spent as long as they’re obligated by September 30, 2011; funds can be released to IHEs in phases to avoid a ‘funding cliff’
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF):Action Items
1) If “yes,” look for guidance in the article linked document, especially pp. 18-30
http://www.ed.gov/programs/statestabilization/guidance.pdf
2) Questions to ask your yourself…
Has our IHE applied for modernization money from the state? What projects would we like to complete with these funds? Have we gone through the process of prioritizing projects?
3) Other Resources http://www.recovery.gov Also go to your state Department of Education site; each of these should have a ‘recovery’ section
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Use of the Government Services Fund
Category Estimated Percentageof Funds to be used
Public Safety 17.4%
Elementary and secondary education (excluding modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities)
0.0%
Public IHEs (excluding modernization, renovation, or repair of IHEs ) 2.9%
Modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities 0.0%
Modernization, renovation, or repair of IHEs 0.0%
Medicaid 14.5%
Public assistance 31.5%
Transportation 6.4%
Other (please describe) – Administration of ARRA 0.9%
Undetermined – FY11 26.4%
Total 100%
If ‘No’ to Modernization Under SFSF:http://www.ed.gov/programs/statestabilization/resources.html
*This is an example of an actual state’s application
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State Fiscal Stabilization Fund (SFSF):Action Items
1) If “no,” questions to ask yourself such as…
Have we explored other stimulus funding possibilities? Has our city or county received a formula block grant through
the US Department of Energy? What does ‘undetermined’ mean?
2) A discussion to have with other members of your school’s administration…
If our state has not made provisions for modernization, renovation and repair under SFSF, we need not worry. There are lots of other options and we need to start exploring these together
3) Resources http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/grantalloc.htmlState and Local Grant Allocations
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block GrantProgram (EECBG)
US Department of Energy
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Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
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Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG): Allocations and Eligibility (Formula)
EECBG Funding$3.2 billion
Formula Grants$2.8 billion
Competitive Grants$398 million
States28% in total;
60% must be sub-granted to smaller cities
and counties
Formula grant application deadline
was extended to 8/10
CitiesPopulation 35,000+ or one of top ten in state; smaller cities eligible for
state sub-grants per state rules
CountiesPopulation 200,000+ or one of top ten in state; smaller counties eligible for state sub-grants per
state rules
Indian Tribes
68% 2%
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG): Permissible Projects
What Types of Projects are Permissible?
Development of an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy Technical Consultant Services Residential and Commercial Building Energy Audits Financial Incentive Programs Energy Efficiency Retrofits Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs for Buildings and Facilities Development and Implementation of Transportation Programs Building Codes and Inspections Energy Distribution Material Conservation Programs Reduction and Capture of Methane and Greenhouse Gases Traffic Signals and Street Lighting Renewable Energy Technologies on Government Buildings Any Other Appropriate Activity
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG)
1) Understand your state, city and county allocations and how funding is applied for
http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/grantalloc.htmlState and Local Grant Allocations http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/EECBG Website EECBG Application Requirements and Guide
2) Questions to ask yourself such as…
Have we been in contact with our state, city or county about EECBG formula grants?
Has our state, city or county provided clarity and defined a process for applying for these stimulus funds?
3) Project types to discuss as part of a prioritization process
A “stuck” Performance Contract project – buy-down Facility improvement measures, possibly as part of a Performance
Contract A ‘Service’ project A larger ‘Solutions’ project
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Other Stimulus Funding Sources
Governmental Organizations and Existing Bonds Enhanced with Stimulus Funds
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Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
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Funding Overview – Money Available for Modernization, Renovation and Repair
Stimulus Funding
US Departmentof Education
US Departmentof Energy
Energy Efficiency andConservation Block
Grant (EECBG)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
National Science
Foundation
National Institutes of Health
National Institutesof Standards &
Technology
Department ofAgriculture
BuildAmerican
Bonds
Qualified EnergyConservation
Bond
State Energy Program (SEP)
State FiscalStabilization Fund
(SFSF)
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Other Stimulus Funding Sources:State Energy Program
State Energy Program (SEP): States use grants from SEP to address their energy priorities and program funding to adopt emerging renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies
http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/state_energy_program/SEP Overview
http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/state_energy_program/seo_contacts.cfmState Energy Offices and Contacts
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GRANTS (in most cases)
Bureau of Indian Affairs http://recovery.doi.gov/press/bureaus/bureau-of-indian-affairs/
Department of Agriculture http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/arra/recovery-program.htm National Science Foundation
http://www.nsf.gov/recovery/ National Institutes of Health
http://www.nih.gov/recovery/index.htm National Institute of Standards and Technology
http://www.nist.gov/recovery/
BONDS (low-interest loans)
Build America Bonds http://www.irs.gov/irb/2009-16_irb/ar08.html
Qualified Energy Conservation Bond Program http://www.ncef.org/school-modernization/
Other Stimulus Funding Sources
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Governmental Organizations and Existing Bonds: Action Items
1) Understand the programs Please see the previous slide where links for all these programs can provide details on stimulus-specific initiatives and processes
2) Questions to ask yourself such as…
Are we familiar with or have we applied for these grant and bond programs previously?
Do we understand how the stimulus portions of these grantand bond programs can be used for modernization, renovation and repair?
Do we have a qualified grant writer to help us in applyingfor these funds in a timely manner?
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Additional Resources
AACC’s Community College ‘Stimulus’ Guidance Document http://www.aacc.nche.edu/Advocacy/Documents/ccstimulusbrief072009.pdf
US Department of Education’s SFSF State Grants Pagehttp://www.ed.gov/programs/statestabilization/resources.html AASHE’s ‘Stimulus-to-Promote-Sustainability’ Bloghttp://www.aashe.org/blog/how-your-campus-using-stimulus-money-promote-sustainability
Harvard’s Internal ‘Stimulus’ Websitehttp://research.harvard.edu/
Kansas State’s Internal ‘Stimulus’ Websitehttp://www.k-state.edu/research/stimulus/
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Conclusion
Stay informed on grant opportunities for construction, modernization, renovation, repair and renewable/alternative energy, many of which come under the auspices of governmental entities discussed in this presentation, by regularly visiting www.grants.gov
Please see this example from the US Department of Energy:Recovery Act: High Penetration Solar Deployment (close date – July 30) – http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=62YZKxrG3LhLFFLWrQQc5pN5WQdQV8WNRhTzjsBf0RC9vNHxyTts!-1618952969?oppId=47579&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW
Stay in regular contact with your state departments of education and energy to ensure understanding of what money is available and how this is accessed by IHEs
Look for additional resources from Siemens and contact us with questions about stimulus-funded modernization, renovation and repair project prioritization
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