Month: March 2022

Risk Rating 2.0: A New Flood Risk Rating System

Risk Rating 2.0: A New Flood Risk Rating System

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Spring is a fitting time for property owners in our area to revisit their flood insurance policies. On April 1, FEMA will begin implementing a new flood risk rating system, known as Risk Rating 2.0.

FEMA’s early estimates project that National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policyholders in Pennsylvania could see their premiums decrease by as much as 30%.

Risk Rating 2.0 will provide a more accurate reflection of an individual property’s flood risk by including considerations for:
• the property’s elevation
• location within the flood zone
• distance from a source of potential flooding
• the dynamics of the watershed drainage area
• flood history
• design and type of foundation
• cost of repair
• mitigation efforts

“On behalf of the communities that we represent, we applaud FEMA for launching Risk Rating 2.0 and for taking steps to strengthen the program’s ability to support flood survivors. Given our region’s flooding history, it’s a much-needed policy that is long overdue,” says Teri Provost, Director of SEDA-COG’s Flood Resiliency program.

SEDA-COG’s Flood Resiliency Program offers services related to flood resiliency and mitigation assistance both within and outside of its 11-county region. Its goal is to help break the damage cycle and stop its drain on people and communities. For more information, visit https://seda-cog.org/departments/flood-resiliency/

Housing Rehabilitation Offers Work Opportunities in the City of Shamokin

Housing Rehabilitation Offers Work Opportunities in the City of Shamokin

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SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation program is expanding their search net for qualified individuals to perform improvements on homes in the City of Shamokin. The search is open by trade sector, seeking electricians, HVAC specialists, general contractors, and plumbers.

General contractor work may primarily include roofing and carpentry related tasks.

Total housing rehabilitation projects typically range from $20,000 to $65,000, with timely payment to contractors.

“The City of Shamokin and SEDA-COG strive to work with regional professionals to invest in the local economy”, said Teri Provost, director of SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation program.

“Not only do these grant awards benefit the community and homeowners, but the local economy as we seek to work with locals to perform this work,” Provost said.
“Additionally, our work is year-round, so we offer a steady flow of projects,” said Provost.

Interested parties also have the option of meeting one-on-one with SEDA-COG to answer any questions they may have. SEDA-COG streamlines the process for contractors with a rehabilitation specialist assigned to each community.

For more information and contractor requirements, contact SEDA-COG’s Danielle Rippon at 570-524-4491 or drippon@seda-cog.org.

SEDA-COG is a community and economic development agency in Lewisburg and is one of seven Local Development Districts in Pennsylvania. SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in the 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives.

Job Opportunity: Community Development Fiscal Assistant

Job Opportunity: Community Development Fiscal Assistant

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Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance
and paid vacation & sick leave.

Primary responsibilities of the candidates include (but not limited to):

  • – Assisting with the preparation and assembly of federal/state grant applications and mapping
  • – General accounting duties
  • – Review of project invoices with oversight from Program Director
  • – Facilitating fund draw downs for client communities to pay invoices
  • – Assist with audits/monitoring
  • – Monthly/quarterly/yearly reporting
  • – Invoicing client communities for services performed
  • – Review, authorize and track newspaper ad expenses.
  • – Preparation and management of agreements/contracts.
  • – Prepare and submit reports
  • – General clerical and support responsibilities including filing assistance as needed.

Required qualifications/skills:

  • – Associates degree in business administration, accounting, or related field
  • – Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable
  • – Strong attention to detail, multi-tasking and time management skills.
  • – Excellent communication skills
  • – High level of accuracy and efficiency
  • – Ability to work independently in a rapidly changing environment
  • – Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; strong emphasis on Excel & Access

Preferred qualifications/skills:

  • – Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
  • – Strong grammatical and proofing skills
  • – Ability to work independently in a rapidly changing environment

Applicants are expected to supply a letter of application elaborating on experience and skills along with their resume by April 11, 2022 via mail or email to:

Amanda Owens, Human Resources Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@seda-cog.org


SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg,
PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. 

SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Opportunity: Loan Officer Business Finance Department

Job Opportunity: Loan Officer Business Finance Department

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Salary range: $45,000-$60,000

Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance
and paid vacation & sick leave.

Primary responsibilities of the candidate include:

  • – Commercial lending by working closely with commercial banks, businesses and various local, state, and federal funding sources, including the Small Business Administration 504 program.
  • – Development of targeted marketing strategies through vigorous networking and cold-calling
  • – Managing all new loan opportunities from application, analysis, approval, and funding.
  • – Building new and maintaining high standards for established relationships, while helping to grow the loan portfolio.

Preferred qualifications/skills:

  • – Commercial lending and marketing experience.
  • – Strong relationship building and customer service skills.
  • – Ability to analyze financial data to determine loan feasibility.
  • – Bachelor’s degree with emphasis on Business, Financial Management or Accounting; or a combination of 2-3 years of relevant work experience and education.
  • – Prior experience underwriting loans and the ability to analyze business financial statements is preferred.

Applicants are expected to supply a letter of application elaborating on skills along with their resume by April 7, 2022, via mail or email to:

Amanda Owens, HR Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@seda-cog.org

SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties.

SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER