ARPA Leadership Team
The County has established a Leadership Team comprised of County officials to oversee and guide implementation of the ARPA funds. Members of the Leadership Team are:
John Richwine - Madison County Commissioner
Darlene Likens - Madison County Commissioner
Olivia Pratt - Madison County Commissioner
Ben Gale - Madison County Councilman
Anthony Emery - Madison County Councilman
Rick Gardner - Madison County Auditor
Tom Shepherd - Madison County Surveyor
Stephanie Mellinger - Madison County Health Department Administrator
Jessica Bastin (non-voting member) - Madison County Engineer
The Leadership Team’s responsibilities include:
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Identifying funding opportunities contained in ARPA, including:
a. Direct assistance to Madison County ($26 million)
b. Collaborative opportunities with other communities
c. Other funding opportunities in ARPA
2. Tracking ARPA developments on spending requirements, allowable uses, and reporting uses
3. Developing and implement a strategic funding plan that identifies community priorities and aligns with eligible uses for ARPA
4. Receiving proposals from stakeholders and ensure clarity and completeness
5. Facilitating discussions about proposals received and solicit feedback from pertinent
stakeholders, as needed
6. Scoring proposals and identified recommendations to the County Commissioners and County
Council for advancement
7. Supporting efforts to seek community engagement and input on ARPA priorities