National Association of Counties

County leaders from 11 states gathered in Washington, D.C., this week, making the case to Congress for increased access to federal funding. Discussions focused on the surface transportation reauthorization bill and the county-supported provisions that would make a difference for our residents. Key provisions discussed include: 💡 Local access to federal formula funds 💡 Improved discretionary grant programs 💡 Streamlined project delivery #InfrastructureWeek #CountyAdvocacy

Counties play a critical role in addressing the opioid epidemic. New settlement funds present a powerful opportunity to expand prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery efforts. This Mental Health Awareness Month, use NACo's new resource to develop strong, transparent RFP processes to help your county invest these funds where they make the biggest impact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o2ScNP #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #CountySolutions

#DidYouKnow that counties invest more than $28 billion annually in drinking water and wastewater infrastructure?      This Infrastructure Week, join us in celebrating the critical county role in supporting water infrastructure nationwide.    #InfrastructureWeek #WeAreCounties 

Counties are essential to America’s transportation system, owning over 1.8 million miles of roads, more than any other level of government, and more than 226,000 of the nation’s bridges This Infrastructure Week, join in advocating for the bipartisan BASICS Act, which would ensure that more counties nationwide can access federal transportation funding. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eEam5L #InfrastructureWeek

County leaders are working to make local roads safer. Counties play a major role in maintaining the roads, bridges and transportation systems people use every day. Through NACo, county officials are sharing the local transportation needs they see in their communities and advocating for support that helps move important safety projects forward. Hear from county leaders on why safer roads, stronger infrastructure and local input matter for communities across the country. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_9hT2Ei

Counties play a critical role in water infrastructure delivery while facing significant fiscal constraints. Earlier this year, NACo sent a letter in support of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds program, a key funding mechanism for county drinking water projects. This Infrastructure Week, learn more about the SRFs program and the county role in water infrastructure: https://bit.ly/42zv0N4 #InfrastructureWeek

County behavioral health directors play a crucial role in coordinating mental health services and promoting wellness. In Orange County, Calif., the county's health agency provides a continuum of services and operates a digital system that connects residents to the appropriate level of care. This Mental Health Awareness Month, read more examples of how county leadership is strengthening the continuum of care: https://bit.ly/4d0vKkx #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #CountyMentalHealth

The BUILD America 250 Act would reauthorize federal surface transportation programs and advance key county priorities. On Wednesday, May 27, join NACo staff to learn more about what's in the bill, what didn't make it and what comes next. Register now: https://bit.ly/4dvnZ6p

County-owned roads and bridges are at the center of the nation's transportation network, carrying freight, supporting agriculture and manufacturing and connecting workers to jobs. Reliable federal funding and strong intergovernmental partnership can help counties maintain safe roads, support communities and strengthen local economies. Read NACo's new report to learn more: https://bit.ly/4dwkN99 #InfrastructureWeek

NACo President J.D. Clark participated this morning in an Infrastructure Week panel in Washington, D.C. In conversation with infrastructure and energy policy experts, President Clark shared county perspectives on permitting, land use and data center projects. #InfrastructureWeek