HomeMy WebLinkAboutGrant Request - CERFDeschutes County
Board of County Commissioners
Discretionary Grant Program
Board Meeting Date: December 12, 2012
Organization: Center for Economic Research & Forecasting (CERF)
Organization Description: CERF is a 501(c)3 organization formed for the purpose of
providing accurate, timely economic data analysis. CERF releases quarterly economic forecasts
for the U.S. and Oregon and provides detailed annual forecasts for the Central Oregon area to
help all sectors of business and voernment stay ahead of the trends that will affect their
operations the most.
Project Name: CERF
Project Description: Funds will be used to support the cost of the 4th Annual Central Oregon
Economic Forecast to be held on January 31, 2013 at the Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend.
Project Period: 01/31/2013 — 01/31/2013
Amount of Request: $2,500 ($50,000 total cost)
Previous Grants: None
Approved:
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DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION
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Commissioner Anthony DeBone
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On a separate sheet, please briefly answer the following questions:
1, Describe the applicant organization, including its purpose, leadership structure, and activities.
2. Describe the proposed project or activity.
3. Provide a timeline for completing the proposed project or activity.
4. Explain how the proposed project or activity will impact the community's economic health.
5, Identify the specific communities or groups that will benefit.
6. Itemize anticipated expenditures*. Describe how grant funds will be used and include the
source and amounts of matching funds or in-kind contributions, if any. If the grant will
support an ongoing activity, explain how it will be funded in the future.
Attach:
Proof of the applicant organization's non-profit status.
* Applicant may be contacted during the review process and asked to provide a complete line item budget.
Tammy Baney:
Anthony DeBone:
Alan Unger:
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1. CERF (Center for Economic Research and Forecasting) is a
501(c) (3) organization for the purpose of providing accurate,
timely economic data analysis. They release quarterly
economic forecasts for the US and Oregon and provide detailed
annual forecasts for the Central Oregon area to help all sectors
of business and government stay ahead of the trends that will
affect their operations the most. The team is lead by noted
economist Bill Watkins with team members Dan Hamilton and
Kirk Lesh.
2. The funds are to help with the cost of the 4th Annual Central
Oregon Economic Forecast on January 31, 2013 at the
Riverhouse Convention Center, Bend, OR
3. Timeline for completing the project is December.
4. This goal of this project is to become the premier event in the
Northwest US. We expect to draw people from all over Oregon /
Washington areas to Bend and generate revenue for local
restaurants/hotels/ etc.
5. Business owners and government officials will be provided with
accurate economic information and data to help them in
planning for their businesses. In addition, some of the
speakers will also be addressing how government can help
small businesses in Oregon.
6. Anticipated expenses are in the area of $50,000 with revenue
from sponsorships etc expected to be around $55,000
(depending on ticket sales). Expenses include advertising, and
Riverhouse costs.
