Frank Swinehart and Mike Donahue with Quorum Health Resources elaborated upon the rural healthcare trends, including ACA.

David Thigpen, Business Program Specialist/Energy Coordinator from USDA Rural Development, presented the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) guaranteed loan program.

During this CDFA // BNY Mellon Development Finance Webcast, the diverse nature of special assessment financing is showcased with examples from around the nation.

Jerry Swacki with Kevin Laidlaw from Lancaster Pollard discussed financing options for healthcare projects in rural America.

Julian D. Bobbitt, Jr. from Smith Anderson discussed Accountable Care Organizations. He provided possible initiatives, rural ACO successes, and elements and definitions of ACOs.

During this CDFA // BNY Mellon Development Finance Webcast, the elements and diverse nature of special assessment financing is showcased with examples from around the nation.

In this Office of Inspector General report, North Carolina's SSBCI program is audited. The audit finds that North Carolina obligated approximately $28 million through three programs.

As a part of the USDA's commitment to strengthening rural economies, a state-by-state "Made in Rural America" report has been released for each state. Each state's factsheet highlights specific USDA investments in rural businesses, manufacturing,...

Published by the Institute for Transportation & Development Policy (ITDP), this analysis looks into development return on transit investment, comparing more than 20 transit systems around the country and internationally.

This report evaluates several case studies throughout the country. A rural county in Oregon initiated a program aimed to improve economic outcomes of landowners by compensating them for the air quality benefits of their forests. This example can...

This paper from the North Carolina Law Review covers the history of TIF in NC and nationally. It also looks at three authorized TIF projects to date in North Carolina as well as takeaway lessons from each. The final part provides a survey of...

MDC, a nonprofit based in Durham, N.C., published this report called, "State of the South." They have been publishing these reports since 1996 to further its mission of helping communities, organizations, and leaders. The report breaks down why the...

This report by the Dept. of the Treasury Office of Inspector General reviews North Carolina’s use of funds awarded under the SSBCI program. In the report, OIG found the state to have conducted prohibited actions, but did not find reckless or...

The North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center released this report to help small towns create new economic opportunities, learn about successful revitalization strategies, and explore alternative project financing approaches.

The Appalachian Regional Commission commissioned this report to examine innovative projects that demonstrate benefits to rural and underserved communities. The case studies encompass energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and local food systems.

The Appalachian Regional Commission released this report which is an assessment of food system infrastructure, access to capital for entrepreneurs, education, and regional capacity in the Appalachian region.

This case study from Self-Help demonstrates how New Market Tax Credits have leveraged private investment and created catalytic impact in a previously disinvested, low-income community in Durham, North Carolina.

UNC Environmental Finance Center released this updated report that examines how the local government finance authority and culture of special assessments in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida Impact Property Assessed Clean Energy programs in each...

Pew Center on the States evaluates how states across the country are effectively spending money to spur growth and jobs. Pew emphasizes the importance of regular program evaluation and comparative research.

The North Carolina Dept. of Commerce revised its State Small Business Credit Initiative programs in 2012 to add a loan participation program and fund-of-funds to an existing capital access program. This is the revised application and cover letter...

This letter from the U.S. Dept. of Treasury to the North Carolina Dept. of Commerce addresses the state's change in State Small Business Credit Initiative Programs and provides a modified allocation agreement for the program funds.

This presentation by Scott Daugherty of North Carolina discusses the process of amending the state's programs for the Treasury's State Small Business Credit Initiative.

This case study from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) covers a major cleanup project in downtown Fletcher, North Carolina. EPA grants and revolving loan funds, as well as local funding supported the project.

This presentation from Kasper Mortgage Capital, LLC provides overview of the historic tax credit programs in eight states. Details include the level of credits available, operating entity, and special features of the programs.

These guidelines from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency describes the NC renewable energy tax credit program, which allows businesses to claim a 35% credit for efficient systems installation. The guidelines overview the...

The NC Department of Commerce applied for State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding for the state's capital access program (CAP), which is operated through the NC Rural Economic Development Center. This is the allocation agreement...

The NC Department of Commerce applied for State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding for the state's capital access program (CAP), which is operated through the NC Rural Economic Development Center. This application, which was approved...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. This one-page sheet describes the program and how to participate and also offers a brief review of...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. The manual includes a quick reference guide, the loan process, directions on building a reserve...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. This letter was sent from the Rural Center to interested financial institutions to walk them...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. This document is the lender participation agreement, used to enroll banks in the NC-CAP. The...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. This website includes a description of the program, resources for assistance, and special page...

The NC Capital Access Program (NC-CAP), operated through the Rural Center, assists entrepreneurs who might not otherwise qualify to receive financing. This two-page document is designed to provide business owners with an explanation of the program...

This conference call about Capital Access Programs (CAPs) was held by the U.S. Department of Treasury in March 2011 to help states prepare their applications for State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding. The call features a...

This article by Jonathon Q. Morgan of the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government provides a detailed discussion of economic impact analysis. A particular focus of this article is a review of several impact models and software applications.

This document summarizes North Carolina's Capital Access Program. CAP provides matching loan loss reserves for loans that fall just outside a lending institution’s normal underwriting standards, depositing the funds into a pooled account at the...

This University of North Carolina report summarizes private energy efficiency project financing options in North Carolina.

This document describes the rules, procedures and timelines for the use of Recovery Zone Bonds in North Carolina.

This memo from LandDesign summarizes and explains Build America Bonds and Recovery Zone Bonds, specifically how they can be used to get projects moving forward that are stalled due to funding issues. These programs could have a dramatic and...

Application form for the town of Carrboro, North Carolina's revolving loan fund.

The town of Carrboro, North Carolina created their revolving loan fund in 1986 using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. This document briefly describes the RLF, the application process, and its eligible uses, which are consistent with...

This report, sponsored by the North Carolina Board of Science and Technology notes, stresses the importance of continuing to invest in innovation policies and resources despte the recent successes by the state in these areas. It concludes that the...

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill released January 2007 Community and Economic Development Bulletin to address some of the legislative changes that effected community and economic development programs within the state.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill released a Community and Economic Development Bulletin dedicated to answering questions about the North Carolina TIF statute. The Bulletin examines what TIF is, what it can be used to finance, the...

The John Locke Foundation released this report that focuses on best uses of Tax Increment Finance. The report takes aim at making improvements to North Carolina's use of TIF after its initial project, the Randy Parton Theatre. The report suggests...

Ken Powell presents case study examples of national trends in special district financing. These case studies look at projects that utilize special district financing and overlays to enhance typical TIF deals.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Institute of Government produced this Local Finance Bulletin. The authors address the purpose of TIF, various policy implications underlying its use and describe how it became available in North...

The Center for Real Estate at UNC Charlotte and the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute produced this report to respond to the November 2004 passage of TIF enabling legislation within North Carolina. The report is an attempt to better understand how TIF...

This report examines the costs and benefits of North Carolina's business incentive efforts to educate policymakers, media and citizens about the use of economic and fiscal impact models. The goal is to help protect North Carolina from over...

This month CDFA Update highlights education program resources from the Council for Community and Economic Research (ACCRA). The ACCRA Annual Conference took place June 6-9 in Charlotte, North Carolina and featured four days of presentations on a...