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A-Plus Research Foundation P. O. Box 4433 Montgomery, AL 36103 Phone: (334) 279-1886 Fax: (334) 279-1543 http://www.aplushala.org Ms. Caroline Novak , President caroline@aplusala.org A+ is composed of two organizations: The A+ Education Foundation and A+ Coalition for Better Education. The A+ Education Foundation is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in public education in Alabama at the K-12 level. It studies all aspects of public education in Alabama and is involved in hands-on efforts to work with and for schools, school systems and individual educators committed to excellence in education. Several task forces are in place to spur effective educational reform. A+: The Coalition for Better Education is a grassroots, citizen-based advocacy organization dedicated to working for comprehensive education reform in Alabama. The A+ Coalition was established seven years ago by a diverse group of Alabama citizens committed to bringing about educational excellence in our state. There is now a base of thousands of members across the state that champion education reform. (Contributions to A+, on advice of counsel, may be deductible as a business expense.) Resource Type
Alabama Advatage for Relocation and Retirement 401 Adams Avenue, Suite 580 P. O. Box 5690 Montgomery, AL 36103 Phone: (800) 235-4757 Fax: (334) 242-4203 http://www.alabamaadvantage.org Mr. Bill Meadows armor@mindspring.com Plan and conduct all state programs designed to attract retirees to the state of Alabama. Their purpose is to encourage affluent retirees to relocate to the state.Programs:Activities of Alabama Advantage include:Advocates the attraction of affluent retirees as a viable means of economic development.Sponsors the Annual Lifestyles Expos in Alabama to bring venders and potential retirees together.Publishes Alabama Advantage, the official guide to relocation and retirement in Alabama.Encourages the development of multi-county, regional organizations, such as Alabama Sunrise Region, Lower Alabama Tourism and Retiree Association, and Western Hills of North Alabama, to promote retiree attraction.Partners with the Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel to strengthen the natural links between tourism and retiree attraction.Sponsors workshops and seminars to assist local officials and community leaders in the development of community retiree attraction efforts.Supports the Alabama Retiree Relocation Association, which strives to unify retiree attraction programs across the state Resource Type
Alabama Assocation of Professional Archeologists 13075 Moundville Park Moundville, AL 35474 Phone: (205) 371-2266 Fax: (205) 371-2494 http://www.museum.ua.edu/oar Mr. Robert A. Clouse , Ph.D., Director The Alabama Association of Professional Archeologists maintains a listing of consulting archaeologists who conduct archeological impact studies.* Inclusion of the Alabama Association of Professional Archeologists is not an endorsement of this organization or of any of its members. It is just one resource with a defined and recognized set of admissions criteria. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama Assocation of Regional Councils (AARC) 5900 Carmichael Place Montgomery, AL 36117 Phone: (334) 277-2221 Fax: (334) 277-3899 http://www.alarc.org Ms. Leigh Jones , State Coordinator The Alabama Association of Regional Councils is composed of twelve regional councils. The regional councils provide services to local governments, such as securing grant and loan assistance for community projects and services. The range of services for funding goes beyond writing a grant application. In many cases, tasks include: Advising local governments on the type of project to undertake, providing information on the current availability of funds, providing statistical data, and managing compliance reporting. Regional councils routinely prepare applications for submission to the Appalachian Regional Commission; State of Alabama Community Development Block Grant Program; Economic Development Administration; Department of Housing and Urban Development; USDA- Rural Development; Environmental Protection Agency; and the Small Business Administration. Resource Type Historic Preservation
Alabama Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus 719 6th Avenue South East P. O. Box 2349 Decatur, AL 35602 Phone: (256) 350-2028 Phone: (251) 968-7511 Ms. Pam Swanner , President Herb Malone , Member Contact Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils P. O. Box 905 Grove Hill, AL 36451 Phone: (205) 759-1649 Fax: (205) 349-4994 Mr. Robert Harbison , Chairman Linda McGraw , Administrative Assistant Linda.mcgraw@as.usda.gov The mission of the Alabama Association of RC&D is to accelerate the conservation, development, and utilization of natural resources; to improve the general level of economic activity; and to enhance the quality of life in Alabama. This association is an umbrella organization for the nine RC&D Councils, all 501-(c) 3 nonprofits that cover all 67 counties in the state. Each Council has a Board of Directors and adopts a plan of work for its area in cooperation with the USDA-NRCS and local partners. Resource Type
Alabama Association of School Boards P. O. Drawer 230488 Montgomery, AL 3612 -488 Phone: (334) 277-9700 Fax: (334) 270-0000 http://www.theaasb.org Dr. Sandra Sims deGraffenried , Executive Director sandra@theaasb.org AASB is the official voice of the state's local school boards and other boards governing K-12 public education agencies. We are dedicated to improving educational opportunities for all Alabama public school students through the improvement of local lay education governance. By pooling resources through its membership, AASB provides services which one school board could not economically provide alone. Boardmanship skills training, risk management programs and practical publications are among the many services provided to AASB members. In addition, AASB represents the interests of its members before the state Legislature, state Board of Education and other state and national agencies. Resource Type
Alabama Bureau of Tourism & Travel 401 Adams Avenue, Suite 126 P. O. Box 4927 Montgomery, AL 36103 Phone: (334) 242-4169 Fax: (334) 242-4554 http://www.touralabama.org Mr. Lee Sentell , Director admin@touralabama.org Phyllis Brooks , Assistant Director The Bureau has exclusive power and authority to plan and conduct all state programs of information and publicity designed to attract tourists to the state of Alabama. Their purpose is to promote travel to and through the state of Alabama both nationally and internationally. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Alabama Center for Advanced Woodworking Technology (ACAWT) Northwest-Shoals Community College 2080 College Road Phil Campbell, AL 35581 Phone: (256) 331-6370 Fax: (256) 331-6388 http://www.acaswt.org Mr. Jimmy Glasgow , Director jimmyglasgow@nwscc.cc.al.us The Alabama Center for Advanced Woodworking Technology’s (ACAWT) mission is to facilitate the growth and development of Alabama’s secondary wood processing industries by providing training that will help build a modern manufacturing workforce, assisting Alabama companies in becoming and remaining internationally competitive, and promoting environmentally sound processing technologies. Resource Type
Alabama Chapter of the American Planning Association Shelby County Development Services 1123 County Services Drive Pelham, AL 35124 Phone: (205) 620-6650 Fax: (205) 620-6655 http://www.shelbycountyalabama.com Mr. Ray Hamilton , Manager rhamilton@shelbycountyalabama.net The Alabama Chapter of the American Planning Association is a statewide, non-profit membership organization devoted to improving the towns, cities and rural areas of the State through better community planning. The Alabama Chapter brings together planning professionals, members of city and county planning commissions, and others who are interested in the betterment of our communities. The Chapter is a constituent organization of the American Planning Association, which has over 35,000 members worldwide Resource Type Historic Preservation
Alabama Clean Water Partnership Steering Committee P. O. Box 301463 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (800) 533-2336 http://www.cleanwaterpartnership.org Mr. Scott Hughes , Co-Chair Alabama Clean Water Partnership is a project designed to bring point source and non-point source interests (public and private sectors, business, industry, and environmental interests) together, in order to protect and enhance the natural resources of Alabama. The Partnership works with watershed facilitators, business and industry representatives and citizen groups to facilitate the sharing of ideas and information, forming partnerships to protect and restore waterways across Alabama Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama Community Development Corporation (ALACOM) 117 Southcrest Drive, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 942-3360 Fax: (205) 942-5984 http://www.alacom.com Ms. Donna Roehrig , Executive Director alacom@alacom.com Resource Type Funding
Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) 109-D Duncan Hall Auburn University, AL 36849 -5918 Phone: (334) 844-4444 Fax: (334) 844-5544 http://www.aces.edu Dr. Gaines Smith , Interim Extension Director wsmith@aces.edu Kathryn Flynn , Extension Forester kflynn@acesag.auburn.edu The Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the land grant outreach arm of Alabama A&M and Auburn University, with Tuskegee University cooperating, provides: 1) technical and educational information to economic developers and leaders in forest dependent counties in preparing to develop, recruit and retain businesses and industries; 2) private landowner’s information on managing woodlands for timber and wildlife production; and 3) public education on public policy options for natural resource management. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism Historic Preservation
Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) P. O. Box 3336 Montgomery, AL 36109 -0336 Phone: (334) 240-7100 Fax: (334) 240-7190 http://www.agi.state.al.us Mr. Ron Sparks , Commissioner ronsparks@agi.alabama.gov The main function of the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is to uphold and enforce state laws, rules and regulations relating to agriculture. The ADAI also initiates and supports economic development activities and promotes domestic and international consumption of Alabama products. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources 64 North Union Street, Suite 468 P. O. Box 301452 Mongomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 242-3334 Phone: (334) 242-3154 http://www.dcnr.state.al.us Mr. Carlos Scardina , Supervisor Natural Resources and Promotions parkspr@dcnr.state.al.us Exercise Control over the Alabama's natural resrouces, including the management of fresh water fish, wildlife, marine resources, waterway safety, state lands, and state parks. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries 64 North Union Street, Suite 468 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 242-3471 Phone: (334) 242-3469 Fax: (334) 242-3467 http://www.dcnr.state.al.us Mr. Barnett Lawley , Commissioner--334.242.3486 Richard Liles , Operations Director--334.242.3486 The Game and Fish Division serves as the governing agency for Alabama hunting and sport fishing laws and regulations. In this capacity, the Game and Fish Division designates public fishing lakes, establishes and supervises wildlife management areas, provides program information for hunter education, establishes bag and possession limits, and regulates licensing. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) 401 Adams Avenue P. O. Box 5690 Montgomery, AL 36103 -5690 Phone: (334) 242-8672 Fax: (334) 242-5099 http://www.adeca.state.al.us Mr. John D. Harrison , Director The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)’s mission is to serve all Alabamians by effectively and efficiently utilizing resources in order to meet economic and community needs. ADECA provides information on planning, economic development, employment, training and community services. Several community grants are routed through ADECA. Resource Type Funding Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Alabama Office of Water Resources 401 Adams Avenue, Suite 434 P. O. Box 5690 Montgomery, AL 36104 Phone: (334) 242-5499 Fax: (342) 420-776 Mr. Trey Glenn , Director water@adeca.state.al.us The Office of Water Resources administers programs for river basin management, river assessment, water supply assistance, water conservation, and water resources development. Further, OWR serves as the State liaison with federal agencies on major water resources related projects and conducts any special studies on instream flow needs as well as administering environmental education and outreach programs to increase awareness of Alabama’s water resources. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) 1400 Coliseum Boulevard P. O. Box 301463 Mongomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 271-7700 Fax: (334) 271-7950 http://www.adem.state.al.us Ms. Marilyn Elliot , Acting-Director Russell Kelly , Division Chief, Permits and Services Rak@adem.state.al.us Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) is responsible for protecting and maintaining air and water quality in Alabama. The agency regulates public water and sanitary sewage systems, the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes and industrial air pollution emissions as well as the establishment of other environmental protection standards. The agency assists companies by identifying environmental permits, timeframes, etc. and any environmental constraints or assets. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) 1400 Coliseum Boulevard P.O. Box 301463 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 271-7700 Fax: (334) 271-7950 http://www.adem.state.al.us Mr. Scott Hughes , Chief, Office of Education Outreach JMM@adem.state.al.us Tommy Bryan , Associate General Cousel TEB@adem.state.al.us Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) is responsible for protecting and maintaining air and water quality in Alabama. The agency regulates public water and sanitary sewage systems, the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes and industrial air pollution emissions as well as the establishment of other environmental protection standards. The agency assists companies by identifying environmental permits, timeframes, etc. and any environmental constraints or assets. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of PostSecondary Education P. O. Box 302130 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 242-2927 Fax: (334) 242-0214 http://www.acs.cc.al.us Dr. Roy Johnson , Chancellor We bring a team of 8,000 dedicated education professionals, strategically located throughout the state, with over 30 years experience in meeting the training needs of business and industry. Today the Alabama College System consists of 19 community, seven technical, two junior colleges, and Athens State University, the System's upper division college serving over 88,107 students (Fall 2000-2001). Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute (AIDT), and the Fire College at Shelton State Community College are among the system's many educational resources serving Alabama residents. Resource Type
Alabama Department of Revenue Office of the Commissioner P. O. Box 327001 Montgomery, AL 36132 -7001 Phone: (205) 242-1175 Fax: (334) 242-0550 http://www.ador.state.al.us Mr. George C. Howell Jr. , Director of Economic Development ghowell@revenue.state.al.us Kelly M. Graham , kgraham@revenue.state.al.us The Department of Revenue administers several tax incentives available for existing industries, expanding industries, and new industries locating to Alabama. The variety of tax incentives available in Alabama contributes to the state's attractiveness for business investment. Alabama tax incentives are created and administered under the Alabama Constitution of 1901 and the Code of Alabama 1975. The statutory basis for Alabama tax incentives gives industry a stable framework for long-term investment. Administration of the tax incentives for the Department of Revenue is centralized in the Office of Economic Development, which is within the Revenue Commissioner's Office. This provides "one-stop shopping" for the taxpayer and ensures equitable treatment to all industries. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Department of Transportation 1409 Coliseum Boulevard Montgomery, AL 36110 Phone: (334) 242-6143 Fax: (334) 269-0826 http://www.dot.state.al.us Ms. Alfeda Acoff , Environmental Coordinator Resource Type Funding
Alabama Development Office 401 Adams Avenue, Suite 670 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 353-8639 Fax: (334) 242-0415 Fax: (334) 242-0415 http://www.ado.state.al.us Mr. Neal Wade , Director Gary Faulkner Sr. , Project Manager, Registered Forester faulknrg@ado.state.al.us The Alabama Development Office (ADO), the lead economic and industrial recruitment agency for the state, offers economic and industrial development services and information concerning site location, training, taxes, infrastructure, and overall state incentives/advantages for companies interested in relocating, expanding, or doing business in Alabama. In addition, the ADO employs a Project Manager, also a Registered Forester, who specializes in the industrial recruitment of companies interested in locating to Alabama. Further, ADO coordinates forestry and wood product trade show participation with economic development allies. The ADO is an original “Forestry TEAM” member. Resource Type Economic Development
Alabama Education Assocation, Inc. P. O. Box 4177 422 Dexter Avenue Montgomery, AL 36103 Phone: (334) 834-9790 Fax: (334) 262-8377 http://www.myaea.org Dr. Paul Hubbert , Executive Secretary carolev@alaedu.org The Alabama Educational Association is an advocate organization that leads the movement for excellence in education and is a voice for the profession. Their mission is to promote educational excellence. The Alabama Educational Association shall serve as the advocate for its members and shall lead in the advancement of equitable and quality public education for a diverse population. Resource Type
Alabama Electric Cooperative 2027 East Three Notch Street P. O. Box 550 Andalusia, AL 36420 Phone: (334) 427-3000 http://www.powersouth.com Mr. Mickey Simmons , Economic Development Representative mickey.simmons@powersouth.com Locating a new or expanding business or industry is a major decision. Alabama Electric Cooperative, on behalf of its member systems, maintains a robust economic development program that works in bringing industry into Alabama and Florida. With business development officers in Alabama and northwest Florida, the AEC systems can help you establish a successful business venture. Over the past 25 years, our economic development efforts have resulted in numerous commercial and industrial companies locating or expanding in Alabama and Florida Resource Type Economic Development
Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) 6650 Old Highway 31 North Gardendale, AL 35071 Phone: (205) 631-2552 Fax: (205) 631-9128 http://www.forestry.state.al.us Mr. Tim Boyce , State Forester Walter Cartwright , Assistant Division Director The Alabama Forestry Commission provides market information for wood and bark residues, and provides analysis and assistance for determining wood energy opportunities. The AFC is an original “Forestry TEAM” member Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama Governor's Office State Capital 600 Dexter Avenue, Room N103 Montgomery, AL 36130 Phone: (334) 353-8585 Fax: (334) 353-8777 http://www.governor.state.al.us Resource Type Economic Development
Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau P. O. Drawer 457 Gulf Shores, AL 36547 Phone: (251) 968-7511 Phone: (800) 745-7263 Fax: (251) 968-6095 http://www.gulfshores.com Mr. Herb Malone , Director Hmalone@gulfshores.com Purpose is to provide cooperative action to enhance and encourage the growth of the convention and visitor industry in Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan, and Orange Beach Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Alabama Historical Commission (AHC) 468 South Perry Street Montgomery, AL 36130 -0900 Phone: (334) 242-3184 Fax: (334) 240-3477 http://www.preserveala.org Mr Ed Bridges , Interim Director Elizabeth Brown , Chief of Staff The Mission of the Alabama Historical Commission is to foster an awareness of the value of historic structures, sites, and objects that reflect the heritage of all Alabamians and to facilitate the preservation and documentation of these resources for the use, enjoyment and education of present and future generations. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism Historic Preservation Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama Hospital Association (ALAHA) P. O. Box 210759 500 North East Blvd. (36117) Montgomery, AL 36121 Phone: (334) 272-8781 Fax: (334) 270-9527 http://www.alaha.org Mr. Michael Horsley , President Jane Knight , Vice President Membership Services This organizational structure in the Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) provides a forum for the state’s rural hospitals to study issues of mutual concern and serve in an advocate role for rural communities. There are approximately 65 members of this council, which is staffed by the AlaHA and meets regularly. This council serves as an important communication link with Alabama’s rural health community and is a major asset in implementing the CAH Program in Alabama. Resource Type
Alabama Hospitality Association P. O. Box 241715 Montgomery, AL 36124 Phone: (334) 213-2526 Fax: (334) 244-9800 http://www.alhospitality.org Mr. Lawerence Fidel , President Nancy Thacker , Communications Director Unite members of the lodging, travel, tourism and allied industries for the enhancement and promotion of their legislative, communications, research, marketing and educational opportunities Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT) One Technology Center Montgomery, AL 36116 Phone: (334) 242-4158 Fax: (334) 242-0299 http://www.aidt.com Mr. Ed Castile , Director director@aidt.edu Dusty Brown , Assistant Director The mission of the AIDT is to provide quality workforce development for Alabama’s new and existing industries and to expand the opportunities of its citizens through the jobs these industries create. Job-specific industrial training is available through the AIDT. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
Alabama International Trade Center (AITC) The University of Alabama Box 870396 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0396 Phone: (205) 348-7621 Fax: (205) 348-6974 Mr. Brian Davis , Director aitc@aitc.ua.edu The Alabama International Trade Center (AITC), based at The University of Alabama, is a leading center for international trade research, education, and training in the state for existing industries. Its mission is to increase the level of international trade activity throughout Alabama, fostering the development and expansion of the state’s economy. The AITC is an original “Forestry TEAM” member. AITC specializes in serving small and medium sized companies and working one-on-one to help firms sell and compete in foreign markets. The Center also supports state and local agencies by initiating joint trade projects, researching state industries, and targeting foreign countries. AITC operates as a federal-state partnership program with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and is an institutional member of the Alabama Small Business Development Consortium. Resource Type Funding Housing
Alabama Main Street Program Alabama Historical Commission 468 South Perry Street Montgomery, AL Phone: (334) 242-3184 Fax: (334) 242-1083 http://www.perserveala.org Mr Tom Kaufman , Interim Contact Person (Design Assistant) Elizabeth Brown , Chief of Staff Administered through the Alabama Historical Commission, The Alabama Main Street Program assists communities in organizing a revitalization process that supports the economic stability of downtowns Resource Type Design/Planning
Alabama Planning Institute Univesity of North Alabama UNA Box 5036 Florence, AL 35632 -0001 Phone: (800) 825-5862 Phone: (256) 765-4862 Fax: (256) 765-4872 http://www.una.edu/conted/ Ms. Lavonne Gatlin , Acting-Director lgatlin@una.edu The Alabama Planning Institute serves the municipalities and counties of Alabama, providing training and professional development programs in the broad area of planning and urban development. The Institute was established in the mid-1980’s as a collaborative effort of the Alabama League of Municipalities and the Alabama Chapter of the American Planning Association. In 2001 its 21 seminars and workshops offered at numerous locations across the state served more than 750 planning commission members of boards of adjustment, council persons, mayors, local and regional planning staff and others. The Institute is administered by the University of North Alabama on behalf of the two co-sponsors. Resource Type Historic Preservation
Alabama Power Company Community Development and Relations Department 601 North 18th Street P. O. Box 2641 Birmingham, AL 35291 -0015 Phone: (205) 257-4495 Fax: (205) 257-3170 http://www.southernco.com Mr. Bob Howard , Manager, Community Development rhhoward@southernco.com Chris Bell , Vice President Economic and Community Development ctbell@southernco.com The Alabama Power Company seeks to effectively integrate and utilize all resources to attract, expand and retain business that creates jobs and investments within the State of Alabama. The Community Development and Relations Department at the Alabama Power Company provides assistance to communities throughout the company's service area. The department offers services including strategic planning, leadership development, community assessments, and downtown revitalization/design assistance. The department partners with a number of organizations across the state to offer a comprehensive approach to addressing community needs. Resource Type
Alabama Power Company Industrial Development and Relations Department P. O. Box 2641 Birmingham, AL 35291 -0015 Phone: (205) 257-4495 Fax: (205) 257-3170 Mr. Chris Bell , Vice President cbell@southernco.com Cecil Medders cmedder@southernco.com The Alabama Power Company seeks to effectively integrate and utilize all resources to attract, expand and retain business that creates jobs and investments within the State of Alabama. Services include: Site-location database includes wide variety of industrial properties, available buildings and established industrial park sites. Speculative buildings available and ready for completion. Profiles and support services available for each Alabama community Resource Type Economic Development
Alabama Preservation Alliance P. O. Box 2228 Montgomery, AL 36102 -0228 Phone: (334) 834-2727 Phone: (334) 834-2875 Fax: (334) 208-7966 http://www.alabamapreservation.org Mr. Chip DeShields , Executive Director alpresal@bellsouth.net The Alabama Preservation Alliance is a statewide non-profit organization devoted to preserving the cultural resources of Alabama’s past. Resource Type Historic Preservation
Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives (AREA) 340 TechnaCenter Drive Montgomery, AL 36117 Phone: (334) 215-2732 Fax: (334) 215-2733 http://www.areapower.com Mr. Fred Braswell III , President fbraswell@areapower.com The Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives (AREA) is a member-owned and member-controlled association. AREA provides a wide range of services statewide under one umbrella, enabling cooperatives to express themselves with a unified voice. The result of this partnership is local community growth with the highest quality electric service at the lowest possible cost for rural electric consumers. In summary, AREA will: 1) support the distribution and generation and transmission of the cooperatives; 2) provide information programs that will stimulate local growth, stability and security; 3) operate for the benefit of its member cooperatives; and 4) provide the means and organization by which all electric cooperatives in Alabama can accomplish legislation needed on a state level. Resource Type Economic Development
Alabama Rural Health Association P. O. Box 4509 Montgomery, AL 36103 Phone: (334) 206-5396 Fax: (334) 206-5434 http://www.arhaonline.org Dr. Clyde Barganier , President cbarganier@adph.state.al.us The Alabama Rural Health Association is a non-profit membership organization whose primary mission is to work for the preservation and enhancement of health for rural citizens of the state. This is being accomplished by bringing together a diverse constituency with a shared commitment to this mission to assume leadership in its accomplishment through communication, education, and advocacy. The Association serves as a forum for the unified voices of health care providers, public officials, health care workers, educators, and consumers working to improve health in rural Alabama; provides a forum for the exchange and distribution of ideas and information related to the improvement of rural health; serves as an advocate for rural health; and encourages the development of appropriate health resources for rural Alabama. Resource Type
Alabama Small Business Development Consortium (ASBDC) 2800 Milan Court, Suite 124 The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL 35211 -6908 Phone: (205) 943-6750 Fax: (205) 943-6752 http://www.asbdc.org Mr. Bill Campbell , State Director sandefur@uab.edu The mission of the ASBDC is to help Alabama’s small businesses become more competitive by providing assistance in research, counseling and training. ASBDC provides assistance in financial statements, accounting, sales forecasts, loan packages, and general financing topics. Resource Type Funding
Alabama Small Farm Rural Economic Development Center 105 Campbell Hall Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL 36088 Phone: (334) 724-4428 Fax: (334) 724-4821 Mr. Miles Robinson , Director Miles@tusk.edu The Alabama Small Farm Rural Economic Development Center provides technical assistance to small farmers and their families, in the areas of farm plans, loans, housing and youth entrepreneurship. In addition, through their economic development activities, they support rural business with business plans, feasibility studies and access to resources, both technical and financial. Resource Type
Alabama Technology Network (ATN) 500 Beacon Parkway West Birmingham, AL 35243 Phone: (205) 943-4806 Fax: (205) 943-4813 Mr. John Shields , President jshields@cet1.acet.net Resource Type
Alabama Travel Council 702 Oliver Road P. O. Box 210729 Montgomery, AL 36121 Phone: (334) 271-0050 Fax: (334) 279-7798 http://www.alabamatravel.org Ms. Susan Hamlin , Executive Director patti@alabamatravel.org Stimulate economic growth in Alabama through promotion of its members, individuals and private sector businesses that want to increase tourism revenue in their particular business and the state. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Alabama Water Watch P. O. Box 3875 Montgomery, AL 36109 Phone: (256) 773-6543 Phone: (888) 844-4785 http://www.alabamawaterwatch.org/awwa/awwa.htm Ms. Allison Newell , Executive Director Jay Grantland jay-grantland@al.nacdnet.org Alabama Water Watch Association is a network of citizen volunteer water quality monitors operating throughout Alabama and in the shared watersheds of neighboring states, monitoring for seven basic chemical parameters, bacteriological colonies and benthic communities. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Alabama's Forever Wild Program and Natural Resources State Lands Division 64 North Union Street, Suite 468 Montgomery, AL 36130 -1456 Phone: (334) 242-3456 Phone: (334) 242-3412 Fax: (334) 242-0999 http://www.dcnr.state.al.us Mr. Greg Lein , Chief, Natural Heritage Section James H. Griggs , Director of State Lands Division The Forever Wild program was adopted by Alabama voters in November 1992 to set aside land for permanent state ownership using a portion of the interest earned on profits from the sale of offshore natural gas. The land to be used for hunting, fishing, camping, outdoor recreation, natural resource protection and research and preservation of unique sites, will be acquired from willing sellers at no taxpayer cost and will belong to you, the public. Resource Type Environmental Issues
American Assocation of Retirement Communities (Jacksonville State University Center for Economic Development) 114 Merrill Hall 700 Pelham Road North Jacksonville, AL 36265 Phone: (256) 782-5700 Fax: (334) 242-4203 http://www.the-aarc.org Mr. Mark Fagan AARC@jsucc.jsu.edu Promote the economic enhancement of communities through retiree attraction as an economic development strategy. Programs:Activities of American Association of Retirement Communities include:Communicates the economic benefits of retiree attraction and assists communities interested in marketing to this ever-increasing portion of the American population.Publishes AARC News, a quarterly newsletter highlighting developments across the country. Each issue focuses on an aspect of attracting retirees as a part of an economic development strategy.Sponsors an annual national conference.Offers special purpose seminars on topics of particular relevance to communities around the nation. Provides the latest information regarding programs, strategies, and opportunities directly affecting retiree attraction efforts.Provides the opportunity to network with other professionals around the nation who have similar interests and goals.Provides direct assistance to communities. Speakers and consultants are available to provide advice, support and educational assistance.Resources such as books, periodicals, tapes, and magazines, which cover the retiree market, are readily available through the Association’s office.Maintains a web page for members to access Resource Type
American Institute of Architects-Alabama Council (AIAA) P. O. Box 11628 Montgomery, AL 36111 Phone: (334) 264-3037 Fax: (334) 272-7128 http://www.giaalabama.com Mr. Larry Vinson , Executive Director Mike L. Tapley aiaalabama@mindspring.com Resource Type Design/Planning
American Society of Landscape Architects-Alabama Chapter (ASLAA) P. O. Box 812 Auburn, AL 36831 Phone: (334) 821-6070 Fax: (334) 821-1080 http://www.asla.org Ms. Joel D. Eliason , Director Chad Watkins , President-Elect watkins@gulftel.com Resource Type Design/Planning
Appalachian Regional Commission 1666 Connecticut Ave, NW Suite 700 Washington, DC 20009 -1068 Phone: (202) 844-7799 http://www.arc.gov/ info@arc.gov The Appalachian Regional Commission is a federal-state partnership that works with the people of Appalachia to create opportunities for self-sustaining economic development and improved quality of life. Resource Type Funding
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) P. O. Box 681093 4120 Citadel Rock Road, North East Fort Payne, AL 35968 Phone: (256) 845-5100 Fax: (256) 997-9405 http://www.arc.gov Ms. Bonnie Durham , ARC Program Manager bdurham@wavemasters.com Resource Type Funding
Association of County Commissions of Alabama (ACCA) 100 North Jackson Street Montgomery, AL 36104 Phone: (334) 263-7594 Fax: (334) 263-7678 http://www.acca-online.org Mr. O. H. "Buddy" Sharpless , Executive Director bsharpless@acca-online.org The Association of County Commissions of Alabama has worked to promote quality county government and improved services to Alabama’s residents each year. The Association works with leaders of the executive branch as well as the Legislature to promote the interests of county government. The Association sponsors the Alabama Local Government Training Institute and educational programs for county administrative personnel, county engineers, county attorneys, and county revenue officers. Resource Type
Auburn University Center for Architecture and Urban Studies (AUCAUS) 1731 First Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35203 -2055 Phone: (205) 323-3592 Fax: (205) 323-8385 Prof. Cheryl Morgan , Interim Director morgace@auburn.edu AUCAUS hosts a Small Town Design Initiative that aids small towns and communities in creating masterplans. Resource Type Design/Planning
Capstone Rural Health Center 1220 Main Drive P. O. Box 169 Parrish, AL 35580 Phone: (205) 686-5113 Phone: (877) 686-5114 Fax: (205) 686-5145 Dr. Jeri Dunkin , Director and CEO Jdunkin@bama.ua.edu Capstone Rural Health Center is a rural health clinic providing services to residences of Walker County. It is a nurse-managed clinic with the primary health care services delivered by a Residents Nurse Practioner. It also serves as a clinical laboratory for nursing and other healthcare profession students. Capstone Rural Health Center was started with a grant through HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) Division of Nursing, Basic Nursing Education and Practice (1 D11 HP 00115). Resource Type
College of Community Health Services The University of Alabama Box 870326 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0326 Phone: (205) 348-0025 Dr. John C. Higginbotham , Director, Institute for Rural Health Research jhiggin@cchs.ua.edu Resource Type
Congregational Health Ministries National Black Church Family Council 115 #B Jemison Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 349-1417 Rev. Joseph W. Davis , President and CEO Resource Type
Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools P. O. Box 428 450 North Hull Street Montgomery, AL 36101 -0428 Phone: (334) 265-3610 Fax: (334) 265-3611 http://www.clasleaders.org Mr. John Draper , Executive Director Eleven affiliate groups and more than 2,000 members comprise CLAS, the state's voice for school leaders. Let CLAS become your professional foundation; a cornerstone of support and protection. Beyond legal worries and liability issues, another integral part of the association is its ability to make educational leaders accessible to each other. Someone to call when you need an outside opinion. Help researching an issue affecting your school or system. An inside track into the state's legislative process. An advocate to foster constant improvement and change in Alabama's schools. Resource Type
Design Alabama P. O. Box 241263 Montgomery, AL 36124 Phone: (334) 353-5081 Fax: (334) 269-9098 Ms. Gina Glaze Clifford , Executive Director Design Alabama is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting the potential for design to contribute to quality of life in Alabama. Resource Type Design/Planning
Economic Development Administration, Planning and Technical Assistance 401 W. Peachtree Street, NW Suite 1820 Atlanta, GA 30308 -3510 Phone: (404) 730-3020 Fax: (404) 730-3025 Mr. Bob Dennis , Program Specialist bdennis@eda.doc.gov "Enhance community success in attracting private capital investment and lucrative job opportunities." In fulfilling its mission, EDA is guided by the basic principle that distressed communities must be empowered to develop and implement their own economic development and revitalization strategies. Based on these locally- and regionally-developed priorities, EDA works in partnership with state and local governments, regional economic development districts, public and private nonprofit organizations, and Indian tribes. EDA helps distressed communities address problems associated with long-term economic distress, as well as sudden and severe economic dislocations including recovering from the economic impacts of natural disasters, the closure of military installations and other Federal facilities, changing trade patterns, and the depletion of natural resources. Resource Type Funding Historic Preservation
Economic Development Institute 3354 Haley Center Auburn University, AL 36849 Phone: (334) 844-4704 Fax: (334) 844-4709 http://www.auburn.edu/outreach/edi Dr. Joe A. Sumners , Director sumneja@auburn.edu The Economic Development Institute (EDI) is Auburn University's outreach unit for economic and community development. EDI’s mission is to improve community economic development policies and practices throughout Alabama. EDI provides outreach services in the following areas: 1) Education and Professional Development: EDI provides educational opportunities for Alabama's economic development community, including: Alabama Intensive Economic Development Training Course, Graduate Minor in Economic Development, and Economic Development Workshops and Short-Courses. 2) Research: EDI conducts research related to Alabama economic development policy and practice, specializing in rural community and economic development. 3) Community Assistance: EDI provides direct outreach assistance to Alabama communities in: Leadership: building and developing community capacity, Planning: strategic planning for community and economic development, and Organization: building and strengthening economic development organizations. Resource Type
Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) 500 Beacon Parkway West Birmingham, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 943-4700 Fax: (205) 943-4703 http://www.edpa.org Mr. Jim Hayes , President and CEO Steve Sewell , Vice President ssewell@edpa.org EDPA is committed to quality economic growth throughout Alabama. EDPA provides project and proposal support, including general economic development research; available site and building information; and multimedia state presentations. Resource Type Economic Development
Fannie Mae Alabama Partnership Office 1 Federal Place Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (205) 297-3630 Fax: (205) 297-3640 http://www.fanniemae.com Mr. Winton Yerby , Director win_yerby@fanniemae.com Marcella Roberts , Senior Deputy Director Marcella_Roberts@fanniemae.com 1819 5th Avenue North, Suite 860 Fannie Mae’s mission is to help more families achieve the American dream of homeownership. We do that by providing financial products and services that make it possible for low-, moderate- and middle-income families to buy homes of their own. Since Fannie Mae began in 1968 we have helped more than 30 million families achieve the American dream of homeownership. Resource Type Funding Housing
Historical Chattahoochee Commission P. O. Box 33 Eufaula, AL 36072 Phone: (334) 687-9755 Fax: (334) 687-6631 http://www.hcc-al-ga.org Mr. Doug Purcell , Executive Director hcc3@earthlink.net Promote tourism and historic preservation throughout the Chattahoochee River corridor. To preserve the past so that we all can have a better future. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 950 22nd Street North, Suite 900 Birmingham, AL 35203 -5302 Phone: (205) 731-2617 Fax: (205) 731-2593 http:// Ms. Cindy Yarbrough , Alabama State Coordinator HUD’s mission is to strive for a decent, safe, and sanitary home and suitable living environment for every American by:1) Creating opportunities for ownership: 2) Providing housing assistance for low-income persons: 3) Working to create, rehabilitate and maintain the nations affordable housing: 4) Enforcing the nation’s fair housing laws: 5) Helping the homeless: 6) Spurring economic growth in distressed neighborhoods: 7) Helping local communities meet their development needs. Resource Type Funding Housing
Little River Canyon National Preserve 2141 Gault Avenue North Fort Payne, AL 35967 Phone: (256) 845-9605 Fax: (256) 997-9129 www.nps.gov/liri Mr. John Bundy , Superintendent john_bundy@nps.gov Preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. To cooperate with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. Resource Type Cultural/Heritage Tourism
Minority Rural Health Pipeline Program College of Community Health Sciences The University of Alabama Box 870327 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0326 Phone: (205) 348-5892 Fax: (205) 348-7685 Dr. Robert Garner Resource Type
National Park Service Southeast Regional Office 100 Alabama St. SW 1924 Building Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone: (404) 562-3100 Fax: (404) 562-3263 http:// Ms. Patricia Hooks , Regional Director Many states and communities use National Register listing as the backbone of their planning processes and designation criteria. In some cases, state and local ordinances may establish protections for preservation purposes. In addition to honorific recognition, listing in the National Register results in the following for historic properties: 1) Consideration in planning for Federal, federally licensed, and federally assisted projects; 2) Eligibility for certain tax provisions; 3) Consideration of historic values in the decision to issue a surface mining permit where coal is located in accordance with the Surface Mining Control Act of 1977; and 4) Qualification for Federal grants for historic preservation, when funds are available Resource Type Historic Preservation
North Alabama Industrial Development Association, Inc. (NAIDA) P. O. Box 1668 Decatur, AL 35602 Phone: (205) 353-9450 Fax: (205) 353-5982 http://www.naida.com Mr. J. Tate Godfrey , Executive Director Cindy Burns , Assistant Director cburns@naida.com NAIDA assists in the location and development of industry in the TVA power distribution area of Alabama. NAIDA markets nationally and internationally through prospecting trips, trade shows, mailings, ads, etc. Resource Type Economic Development
Office of Primary Care and Rural Health-Alabama Department of Public Health 201 Monroe Street, RSA Tower, Suite 710 P. O. Box 303017 Montgomery, AL 36130 -3017 Phone: (334) 206-5396 Fax: (334) 206-5434 http://www.alapubhealth.org/opcrh Dr. Clyde Barganier , Director cbarganier@adph.state.al.us The State Office of Rural Health (SORH) is administered through the Alabama Department of Public Health. This office administers the State Office of Rural Health program, the state Primary Care office, and state office of Minority Health and serves as state-level contacts for federal health initiatives in their respective areas of responsibility. The Office of Primary Care and Rural Health serves as contact for rural and minority health information and supports rural communities in health professions recruitment, identification of underserved communities, grant identification, telemedicine resources, and data collection/analysis. Resource Type
Office of Work Force Development, Workforce Development Division 401 Adams Avenue P. O. Box 5960 Montgomery, AL 36103 -5690 Phone: (334) 242-5300 Fax: (334) 242-5855 http://www.adeca.state.al.us Mr. Tim Alford , Director tim.alford@adeca.astate.al.us Linda Bryan , Executive Assistant Linda.Bryan@adeca.state.al.us The Workforce Development Division of ADECA administers training programs for adults, dislocated workers, and youth under the Workforce Investment Act; the school-to-career program, migrant and seasonal farm worker training programs, and the welfare-to-work training program for teh State of Alabama. Resource Type
Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham Magnolia Office Park 2112 11th Avenue South, Suite 220 Birmingham, AL 35205 Phone: (205) 251-8139 Fax: (205) 328-3304 http://www.rpcgb.org Mr. Larry Watts , Executive Director lwatts@rpcgb.org Toby Bennington , Director of Regional and Community Planning The Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham is an association of local governments within Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby and Walker Counties. The Regional Planning Commission was formed in 1963 as a service agency to assist local governments. In 1969, the Alabama Legislature authorized creation of the Regional Councils and designated the Regional Planning Commission as such for the Greater Birmingham Area. The Regional Planning Commission, an advisory planning agency, provides technical assistance and makes recommendations to local governments. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Rural Alabama Area Health Education Center 391 Nott Hall Box 870326 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Phone: (205) 348-1345 Fax: (205) 348-9431 Mr. John Hagen , Director jhagen@cchs.ua.edu Resource Type
Rural Alabama Health Alliance 391 Nott Hall Box 870326 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Phone: (205) 348-1345 Fax: (205) 348-9431 Mr. John Hagen , Director jhagen@cchs.ua.edu The Rural Alabama Health Alliance (RAHA) is an organization comprised of four rural West Alabama communities: Bibb, Fayette, Greene, and Pickens Counties and Family HealthCare of Alabama, a community health center corporation with locations in nine counties. These communities came together in 1990 in response to their concern over the continuing health care crisis that exists in rural Alabama. This non-profit entity offers a model for collaboration among autonomous communities and was organized for the following purposes: (1) to promote medical and other health related education in rural communities; (2) to enhance rural health care; (3) to stimulate rural community development; and (4) to engage in fund raising related to such activities. Resource Type
Rural Medical Scholars Program, College of Community Health Sciences The University of Alabama Box 870327 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0326 Phone: (205) 348-1300 Fax: (205) 348-7685 Dr. John R. Wheat jwheat@cchs.ua.edu Resource Type
Small Business Administration (SBA) 801 Tom Martin Drive, Suite 201 Birmingham, AL 35211 Phone: (205) 290-7101 Fax: (205) 290-7404 http://www.sba.gov Mr. Michael Ricks , District Director The Small Business Administration handles general long- and short-term 7(a) loans, as well as a number of specialized loan and lender delivery programs such as the Export Working Capital and International Trade Loans, LowDoc, Fastrak, and 504 Certified Development Company Program Resource Type Funding
Southern Development Council 8132 Old Federal Road Montgomery, AL 36117 -8007 Phone: (800) 499-3034 Phone: (334) 244-1801 Fax: (344) 244-1421 http://www.sdcinc.org Ms. Tamara Y. Lee , Executive Director sdci@sdcinc.org Resource Type Funding
Southern Rural Access Program P. O. Box 1227 Robertsdale, AL 36567 Phone: (251) 947-6288 Fax: (251) 947-7552 http://www.arhaonline.org/contactus.htm Dr. Will Baker Ruth Harrell Family HealthCare of Alabama of Eutaw, Alabama, and the statewide Alabama Family Practice Rural Health Board have been awarded a grant of $286,917 from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation through the Southern Rural Access Program. This 18-month grant began in early 1999 and marks the beginning of the initial three-year phase of a long-term effort by RWJF that has focused on improving access to health care in underserved rural areas including Alabama and seven other southeastern states. The first phase will be used as a planning period to develop strategies and specific plans to address issues crucial to the development of an efficient and effective rural community healthcare infrastructure. Alabama’s proposal calls for the establishment of separate committees to oversee the planning of each of the program’s five components: a) development of a health professional education program that will focus on the recruitment of rural students into health professions, and the creation of a rural health leaders “pipeline” of academically prepared professionals; b) development of a centralized health professional clearinghouse and a standardized recruitment and retention plan for Alabama’s underserved communities; c) creation of health care networks that will focus on cost efficiency and enhanced patient care services and referral systems; d) development of a revolving loan fund to provide working capital for the establishment of new primary care facilities and/or the renovation of existing facilities and other health care infrastructure improvement projects; e) exploration of community development approaches that will mobilize rural communities and their resources to improve health care and the overall quality of life of their residents. Resource Type
Tanner & Guin, L.L.C., Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 3206 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403 -3206 Phone: (205) 633-0200 Fax: (205) 633-0290 http://www.tannerguin.com Mr. Jay F. Guin jguin@tannerguin.com D. W. Wilson dwilson@tannerguin.com The Finance and Industrial Incentives Law Practice Group at Tanner & Guin, L.L.C. consists of tax, financing, environmental, and incentives attorneys that advise and assist business and industrial clients in the following areas: bond finance, commercial financing, industrial incentives, industrial development, tax abatements, state & local taxation, sales & acquisitions, real property, and environmental concerns. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Reservation Road, Complex E P. O. Box 1010 Muscle Shoals, AL 35662 -1010 Phone: (256) 386-2162 http://www.tva.gov Mr. Kenneth S. Cooley , Regional Manager, West Region Manager, Resource St kscooley@tva.gov John G. Paul , West Regional Forester JgPaul@tva.gov The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) addresses the stewardship needs for 235,000 acres of TVA managed public lands around the Tennessee Valley. To date, approximately 1114,000 acres of this land has been allocated for natural resource management. TVA is currently developing natural resource management for these lands based on public needs and concerns, with the goals of providing increased opportunities for public use and enjoyment of the forest, wildlife, and other natural resources. TVA seeks public involvement and partnership in the development and implementation of its natural resources management plans. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) P. O. Box 1010 Muscle Shoals, AL 35662 Phone: (256) 386-2601 Fax: (256) 386-3108 http://www.tva.gov Mr. Waymon Pace , Manager of Customer Service and Economic Developme wrpace@tva.gov The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) addresses the stewardship needs for 235,000 acres of TVA managed public lands around the Tennessee Valley. To date, approximately 1114,000 acres of this land has been allocated for natural resource management. TVA is currently developing natural resource management for these lands based on public needs and concerns, with the goals of providing increased opportunities for public use and enjoyment of the forest, wildlife, and other natural resources. TVA seeks public involvement and partnership in the development and implementation of its natural resources management plans. Resource Type Economic Development
The Nature Conservancy of Alabama Alabama Field Office 2100 1st Avenue North, Suite 500 Birmingham, AL 35283 Phone: (205) 251-1155 Fax: (205) 251-4444 http://www.nature.org Mr. Jeff Danter , State Director The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. Alabama's natural heritage is second to none; our state is ranked by scientists as the fourth most biologically significant state in the nation. Yet it is the second most extinction prone state, behind only Hawaii. The Nature Conservancy has already protected over 101,000 acres in Alabama. It owns 14 preserves in the state, and has completed 27 projects with corporations, government and private partners. The Nature Conservancy of Alabama, a field office of The Nature Conservancy, opened in 1989, employs a professional staff and is overseen by a volunteer Board of Trustees. Resource Type Environmental Issues
Tuskegee Area Heath Education Center (TAHEC) 2400 Hospital Road VA Medical Center, Building 9 Tuskegee, AL 36083 Phone: (334) 727-0550 Fax: (334) 724-6853 Mr. Ben Rackley , Deputy Director of Operations and Programs Benjamin.Rackley@med.ua.gov TAHEC has been a major resource in recruiting health professionals for many years and offers several initiatives to encourage students to pursue careers in the health professions. A special focus is placed on addressing the importance of achieving cultural diversity in the health care workforce by attracting students from minority, disadvantaged and under-represented populations. TAHEC offers enrichment opportunities, which are targeted, to students from elementary through college years including those in health professions training programs. Activities are provided through partnerships including the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System in Tuskegee and many other community agencies. Examples of activities for participants include informational seminars by health care providers, health career fairs, field trips to health care facilities, course offerings in math and science, computer skills development, and preceptorship placements among others. Resource Type
U. S. Department of Commerce 950 22nd Street North, Suite 707 Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (205) 731-1331 Fax: (205) 731-0076 http://www.commerce.gov Mr. George Norton , Director george.norton@mail.doc.gov The U.S. Commercial Service offers valuable assistance to help your business export goods and services to markets worldwide. From this site you can access a global listing of trade events, international market research, and practical tools to help with every step of the export process. Let the U.S. Commercial Service help your business prosper in today's global economy. Resource Type
U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development (USDA) 4121 Carmichael Road, Suite 601 Montgomery, AL 36106 -3683 Phone: (334) 279-3400 Fax: (334) 279-3403 http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/al Mr. Steve D. Pelham , State Director steve.pelham@al.usda.gov Beverly Helton , Assistant to State Director beverly.helton@al.usda.gov The USDA Rural Development’s mission is to enhance the ability of rural communities to develop, grow and improve their quality of life by targeting financial and technical resources in areas of greatest need through activities of greatest potential.Business and Industry direct and guaranteed loans are made for improving, developing, or financing business and industry, creating jobs, and improving the economic and environmental climate in rural communities. Assistance is available in rural areas (with populations up to 50,000). The maximum aggregate B&I direct loan amount is $10 million, while the maximum aggregate B&I guaranteed loan amount is $25 million. Resource Type Funding Housing
U.S. Small Business Administration 801 Tom Martin Drive, Suite 201 Birmingham, AL 35211 Phone: (205) 290-7101 Fax: (205) 290-7404 http://www.sba.gov Mr. Michael Ricks , District Director michael.ricks@sba.gov Resource Type Funding
United States Environmental Protection Agency (Region 4) Office of Environmental Assessment Environmental Accountability Division Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center 61 Forsyth Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone: (404) 562-9611 Phone: (800) 241-1754 Fax: (404) 562-8174 http://www.epa.gov/region4 Mr. Heinz J. Mueller , Chief, Environmental Impact Division mueller.heinz@eda.gov The office of the Environmental Assessment in Environmental Accountability Division has responsibilities for the three major program areas. These are: Environmental Review Activities under National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and section 309 of the Clean Air Act. Activities include: coordination, early involvement, site inspection, project review and rating, permit coordination and follow up for all major federal actions covered by NEPA and section 309 CAA. NEPA Compliance and Preparation of EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) under EPA’s NEPA Regulations at 40 CFR part 6. Activities include: oversight and technical assistance to regional programs to ensure compliance with NEPA and other crosscutting statutes i.e. endangered species and historic preservation acts and preparation of environmental assessments (EA) and environmental impact statements (EIS) in support of regional actions Environmental Studies and Technical Support for Cross Program Regional Initiatives. Activities include: participation on regional geographic initiatives, South Florida ecosystem studies, forestry ecosystem studies, coordination of regional endangered species act activities, regional noise issues/ concerns coordination, etc. Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces
University Center for Economic Development (UCED) Box 870138 The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0138 Phone: (205) 348-7058 Fax: (205) 348-6974 Ms. Nisa Miranda , Director nmiranda@aitc.ua.edu UCED was founded as an umbrella organization, which draws from the resources of the University of Alabama to support the state’s public and private economic development initiatives. The Center facilitates this support by providing access to university technical resources and the specialization of faculty and professional staff. A major emphasis of the UCED is community development. Resource Type
University of Alabama Rural Medical Programs, Department of Community and Rural Medicine College of Community Health Sciences Box 870327 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 -0326 Phone: (205) 348-1300 Fax: (205) 348-7685 Dr. John Wheat , Professor of Community and Rural Medicine & Intern jwheat@cchs.ua.edu Linda Jackson , ljackson@cchs.ua.edu The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences was established in 1972 to supply well-trained doctors for rural Alabama and focus on ways to improve health services in rural communities. Several rural medical programs in the CCHS Department of Community & Rural Medicine are working to bring together the resources and research available through the state’s academic institutions to assist communities in improving the health of rural Alabamians. This group of projects is led by John Wheat, MD, MPH, Professor of Community and Rural Medicine & Internal Medicine. Together, these programs form the Alabama Rural Medicine Pipeline Resource Type
US Army Corps of Engineers P. O. Box 2288 Mobile, AL 36628 -0001 Phone: (251) 471-5966 Fax: (251) 690-3067 http://www.sam.usace.army.mil Mr. E. Patrick Robbins , Chief Leg.and Public Affairs cesam-pa@sam.usace.army.mil The two primary missions of the District are military construction and civil works. However, the District is quick to embrace the needs of the nation and today we play a key environmental role from protecting wetlands to clean-up programs. Environmental sustainment is our creed-balancing the nation’s environmental needs with economic well being. Resource Type Environmental Issues
US Army Engineer District, Mobile 109 Saint Joseph Street Room 8000B Mobile, AL 36602 Phone: (251) 690-2505 http://www.sam.usace.army.mil Ms. Janet Shelby , CESAM-PA janet.s.shelby@sam.usace.army.mil P. O. Box 2288 Through the years Mobile District has responded in peace and war to meet the needs of our growing nation. In 1957 the space race began with the Russian launch of Sputnik I. The U.S. responded with the formation of the National Aeronautical and Space Administration (NASA) and Mobile District began an engineering/construction partnership with the agency, which exists today. The two primary missions of the District are military construction and civil works. However, the District is quick to embrace the needs of the nation and today play a key environmental role from protecting wetlands to clean-up programs. Environmental sustainment is their creed - balancing the nation's environmental needs with economic well-being. Resource Type Environmental Issues Land Use/Natural Resouces
USDA Forest Service-National Forests in Alabama 2946 Chestnut Street Montgomery, AL 36107 Phone: (334) 832-4470 Fax: (334) 241-8111 http://www.southernregion.fs.fed.us/alabama Mr. Steven R. Rickerson , Forest Supervisor Mary Gaines , Public Affairs Staff Officer mgaines@fs.fed.us As set forth in law, the USDA Forest Service’s mission is to achieve quality land management under the sustainable multiple-use management concept to meet the diverse needs of people. The Rural Community Assistance Programs give grants to qualifying communities, governments, and non-profit entities. Resource Type Environmental Issues Land Use/Natural Resouces
USDA National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) 600 Shelby Building, Suite 320 Vestavia Parkway Birmingham, AL 35216 Phone: (205) 823-6400 Fax: (205) 290-7450 Mr. Bob Jones , State Conservationist The USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service is the federal agency that works hand-in-hand with the American people to conserve natural resources on private lands. The agency’s recent name change from the Soil Conservation Service to the Natural Resources Conservation Service more accurately reflects what the agency does in its efforts to help people conserve natural resources on private lands. Information on farm programs, aerial mapping, and water quality is available from the USDA. Resource Type Environmental Issues
USDA Rural Development 4121 Carmichael Road Sterling Center Suite 601 Montgomery, AL 36106 -3683 Phone: (334) 279-3400 Fax: (334) 279-3403 http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/al Mr. Steve D. Pelham , State Director steve.pelham@al.usda.gov Beverly Helton , Assistant to State Director beverly.helton@al.usda.gov Through USDA Rural Development a variety of federal loan and grant programs are available for community development and business growth and expansion in rural areas. USDA Rural Development in Alabama invests approximately $120 million yearly for housing and community and economic development projects throughout rural Alabama. The mission of USDA Rural Development is to enhance the ability of rural communities to develop, to grow, and to improve their quality of life by investing financial and technical resources in areas of greatest need through activities of greatest potential. The purpose of the USDA Rural Development Business and Industry Guaranteed Loan program is to increase employment and improve the economic and environmental climate of rural communities by guaranteeing quality loans made by private lenders in areas outside the boundary of a city of 50,000 or more in population. The maximum aggregate B&I Guaranteed Loan amount is $25 million. Other USDA Rural Development loan and grant programs related to business development include Rural Business Enterprise Grants, Rural Business Opportunity Grants, the Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program, and the Intermediary Relending Program. USDA Rural Development's Community Facilities program provides loans, loan guarantees and grants to public bodies and nonprofits to build or improve essential public use facilities in areas or towns of not more than 20,000 population. USDA Rural Development's water and wastewater loan and grant program is available to rural areas and towns with less than 10,000 population for the construction of a new system or for improvements and extensions to existing systems Resource Type Funding
USDA-Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) 1836 Glynwood Drive Prattville, AL 36066 Phone: (334) 358-8568 Fax: (334) 358-9490 http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ Mr. William H. Moore Jr. , State Plant Health Director William.H.Moore@usda.gov APHIS, as an agency of the USDA, monitors the health of foreign and domestic plants and animals in order to protect the U.S. economy and public health. In pursuit of its mission, APHIS makes inspections at U.S. borders and enacts emergency provisions to contain and destroy foreign pests Resource Type Land Use/Natural Resouces

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