Community Development

Thriving communities are at the heart of a strong and vibrant county. Across Southwest North Dakota, our communities are places where people build careers, raise families, start businesses, volunteer, and create lasting connections.

 

Strong communities grow through collaboration, local leadership, access to resources, and people who are willing to invest in the places they call home.

 

Explore the resources below to discover programs, tools, funding opportunities, and organizations that can help strengthen our communities and create a bright future for Southwest North Dakota.

Community Development Block Grant

The North Dakota Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants and loans for public facilities, housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. The primary beneficiaries of these projects must be very low- and low-income individuals.

Technical Assistance

The Roosevelt Custer Regional Council team of skilled staff is available to provide technical assistance to local governments in Region VIII on a contractual per-project basis. This includes planning, technical assistance in accessing funding opportunities, meeting facilitation, strategic planning, grant writing, grant administration, and meeting facilitation.

Community Capitals

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Workforce Development

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Tourism Development

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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants and loans for public facilities, housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. The primary beneficiaries of these projects must be very low- and low-income individuals. Pre-application for projects are accepted during the annual open round of funding.

 

All pre-applications will be reviewed by North Dakota Department of Commerce Division of Community Service (DCS) and a scoring and ranking committee which will recommend funding for the final application.  Notices to complete and submit a full application will be made by DCS.

Housing

Housing rehabilitation of very low- and low-income homeowner units and rental units within a particular area.

 

Public Facilities

Pre-applications will be

accepted for projects that enhance infrastructure in communities where at least 51% of the residents benefited are low to moderate income. Projects that are eligible for funding include:

  • Upgrade infrastructure (water, sewer, or community facilities)
  • Removal of architectural barriers

 

Economic Development

Cities and

counties receive funds to loan/grant to businesses which create jobs for low-income persons.

Eligible projects must also be consistent with at least one of the program’s national objectives:

  • Benefit low and moderate income persons.
  • Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight.
  • Activities designed to meet community development needs having a particular urgency.

 

For more information regarding the program, please see the Program Distribution Statement found at the Department of Commerce’s website.

Technical Assistance

The Roosevelt Custer Regional Council team of skilled staff is available to provide technical assistance to local governments in Region VIII on a contractual per-project basis. This includes planning, technical assistance in accessing funding opportunities, meeting facilitation, strategic planning, grant writing, grant administration, and meeting facilitation.

Community Assessment Tool

First impressions influence how visitors, potential residents, and investors perceive your community. The Community Inventory is a practical tool that helps communities evaluate their strengths, identify opportunities for improvement, and prioritize actions that enhance quality of place.

 

By looking at both physical and digital assets, from signage and public spaces to websites and online listings, communities can uncover simple, impactful improvements that support tourism, economic development, and community pride.

 

The inventory process encourages collaboration, helps identify potential projects and funding opportunities, and provides a roadmap for creating a more welcoming and vibrant community for residents and visitors alike.

Workforce Development

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Tourism Development

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