Let’s navigate the world of ARPA funding, together.
We’re all still recovering back from the economic impacts of the pandemic, but certain communities and industries were disproportionately affected—and your organization or business may qualify for a funding program through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). This federal legislation casts a wide net, but the funding programs within it each have a unique focus:
Equitable Recovery – Organizations and programming that address child care, housing, and environmental inequities
Health Care Infrastructure – Investments in health care to address service disparities
Diverse Business Assistance – Chambers of commerce and nonprofits that provide assistance to diversely owned businesses
Diverse Business Investment – Community development financial institutions that provide grants and forgivable loans to small businesses
Neighborhood Investment Fund – Local and tribal governments investing in recovering neighborhoods
Tourism Capital – Rebuilding communities and reigniting tourism
WEDC, in partnership with the Department of Administration and other state agencies, is taking the lead in the administration and tracking of distributed funds.
Watch Recorded Training Sessions
This series of training videos from FORVIS Wisconsin, WEDC, and the Department of Administration (DOA) will introduce you to the funding available and help you understand your grant agreement. It will also provide you with guidelines related to internal control functions such as timekeeping, cost allocation, record retention, and grants management pursuant to ARPA Uniform Guidance.
Week 1: Understanding Your Wisconsin Grant Agreement
Date: Jan. 26, 2023
Summary: An overview of the grant agreements for the Wisconsin DOA Program Grantees.
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Week 2: Grant Related Human Resources Overview
Date: Feb. 9, 2023
Summary: A review of best practices for human resources professionals as they relate to ARPA grants.
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Additional Resources
Employees v. Contractor
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
Time Keeping and Pay
ECFR Link
DOL Time Reference
Exempt v. Non-Exempt
Final Rule: Overtime Update
Wisconsin Human Resources Handbook
Wisconsin HR Handbook
Week 3: Stay Secure and Protected
Date: Feb. 23, 2023
Summary: This session discusses current cybersecurity threats and concerns, industry best practices, and grants specific security considerations.
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Week 4: Payment Requests and Financial Monitoring
Date: March 9, 2023
Summary: This session describes the items to prepare, sequence of requests, and steps to complete the report.
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Additional Resources
Week 5: Procurement and Vendor Management
Date: March 23, 2023
Summary: This session describes procurement requirements, state and federal compliance, best practices for competitive solicitations, and vendor management.
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Week 6: Internal Controls Overview
Date: April 6, 2023
Summary: This presentation discusses efficient and effective operations, reliable reporting, and staying in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Week 7: Cash and Inventory Management Overview
Date: April 20, 2023
Summary: This presentation discusses some best practices for both cash management and inventory management as well as requirements you need to follow.
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Week 8: Financial & Single Audit Preparation
Date: May 4, 2023
Summary: This presentation talks about the types of audits, internal controls, allowable costs, and period of performance.
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Week 9: Board of Directors Best Practices
Date: May 18, 2023
Summary: Boards are responsible for leading, guiding, and making decisions on behalf of the community.
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Week 10: Closeout of DOA ARPA Grants
Date: June 1, 2023
Summary: This presentation discusses key items like closeout procedures, closeout forms, and narrative sections.
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