To date, SEMDC has successfully authored over $12 million in grants on behalf of communities in Southeastern Minnesota.
The Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) is a competitive Federal/State grant program that communities may use to address local needs.
Eligible uses of the funds may include:
o Community infrastructure projects (water & waste water)
o Single/multi-family home rehabilitation
o New housing construction
o Commercial exterior rehabilitation
o SCDP grant funds are generally targeted to low & moderate income beneficiaries.
SCDP PROCESS
The SCDP grant process typically begins with a community-wide survey to assess issues and needs throughout the community.
If the need warrants, the next step is to submit a Part 1 application to the MN Dept. of Employment & Economic Development (DEED).
Following further research, a full application will be submitted to DEED.
Applications are due Nov. 1 of each year and the grant awards are announced the following March/April.
When awarded, the projects will proceed and the grant administration begins.
To learn more...
Please contact Michelle Vrieze at (507) 867-3164
Small Cities Development Grant Program
