by Allie Fiske | Mar 2025 | resources
With the possibility of a federal government shutdown looming, what should CAAs be doing to prepare? Review 10 tips to consider when preparing for a possible shutdown. Summaries of federal agency shutdown contingency plans also help determine which federal programs...
by Allie Fiske | Mar 2025 | resources
In the face of potential federal budget cuts or a government shutdown, many Community Action Agencies (CAAs) evaluate cost-saving workforce options—from laying off staff to reducing hours or freezing wages. To help CAAs weather tough financial times and protect...
by Allie Fiske | Mar 2025 | resources
Whether due to funding cuts, government shutdowns, recompetition, or other operational reasons, at some point a Community Action Agency (CAA) may need to consider restructuring or downsizing its workforce. Terminating employees, shuttering locations, or implementing...
by Allie Fiske | Mar 2025 | resources
Over the last month, legal actions challenging the new administration’s executive orders (EOs) and other directives based on those EOs continue to make their way through the federal courts. In some cases, the court has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) or...
by Allie Fiske | Feb 2025 | resources
The early stages of a new administration can involve significant and fast-moving change. During this time, a president is typically focused on establishing policies and programs that align with the goals and priorities for his term. In an effort to effectuate timely...
by Allie Fiske | Feb 2025 | members-resources
The executive actions taken during the first weeks of the new Trump administration have garnered a great deal of attention and raised numerous questions for community action agencies (CAAs). Through a series of executive orders (EOs) and memos, the administration...
