1. Data-Entry Person  This position entails data-entry into the Hope Village database, logging volunteer hours, jobs, and other necessary details.  Part-time position.  Please call Rhonda Thompson at 701.500.5206 if interested.
2. Job Site Supervisors We are in desperate need of folks with a construction background who can serve as job site supervisors to oversee and supervise the rebuilding of flooded homes.  These are part-time, stipend positions.  Call Rhonda Thompson at 701.500.5206 if interested.
3. Facilities Manager  We are also looking to hire a facilities manager who will oversee facilities needs on site at Hope Village.  This is a part-time, stipend position.  If interested, please call Joe Galey at 701.240.1495.
4. Tools: 1 texture machine, 3 sheetrock lifts, taping tools such as knives, pans, mud mixers, and drills for mud mixers.
   Also: 8 cordless drills and driver sets, 6 hand pump sprayers, trimming tools, as well as air tools.  Are you able to help?  Please call Terry Haider at 701.500.5206.

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Other Needs

1. Local volunteers to help serve meals.  Two shifts per day, 6:30-8:30am and 5:30-7:30pm.  If interested, please call Lisa Brown at 701.389.0996 or email localvolunteers@hopevillagend.org.
2. Local volunteers to help bake cookies.  If interested, please contact Lisa Brown at  701.389.0996 or localvolunteers@hopevillagend.org.

The Hope Village Board of Directors will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, May 12 from 3 to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Hope Village, located on the grounds of the Our Savior Lutheran Church in southwest Minot. Tours of the Village will be available.

Hope Village is a one-stop service center for volunteers traveling to Minot to assist flood-affected families in the Souris Valley who are rebuilding their homes. Since opening just over a month ago, Hope Village has already provided 13,200 hours of volunteer labor to the people of Minot.

“We hope by the end of the summer to be able to give close to $3.2 million worth of volunteer labor to our community,” said Rev. Paul Krueger, Pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Minot and Hope Village Board Director. “All this work is being provided through the Hope Village partners, with winter rebuilding continuing when the summer is done.”

Along with the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Hope Village has organized a fund-raising concert for that same evening featuring BBQ sandwiches and bluegrass music. The concert will take place at the Flickertail Gardens on the North Dakota State Fairgrounds from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 12. The feature artist for the event is Monroe Crossing, a nationally recognized group from Minnesota that performs at roughly 125 concerts or festivals a year. Local band The Rough Riders are also scheduled to perform.

Both the concert and the meal are being provided without cost, with general donation for flood recovery being gathered. Hope Village has asked local sponsors to assist with the costs associated with the venue, food, and concert so that 100 percent of the donations can go to the Souris Valley Long Term Recovery Committee.

“We’re very pleased that the state was able to recognize our need to change the income level requirement to better serve more families and individuals still rebuilding from last year’s flood,” said Philipenko.

The chart below details the income levels, based on household size, now eligible to receive funds. With homeowners now being able to use a higher 2011 gross income level as a measuring stick for eligibility, Philipenko hopes that more individuals will take the opportunity to fill out the application form and take advantage of the grant funds.

Eligibility guidelines for Rebuild and Retain Grant
Household Size/2011 Gross Income (must be below)
1 …………….. $40,212
2 …………….. $54,468
3 …………….. $68,724
4 …………….. $82,980
5 …………….. $97,236
6 …………….. $111,492
7 …………….. $125,748
8 …………….. $140,004
For each additional person, add $14,256

The Souris Valley Long Term Recovery Committee with assistance from Ward County received $3.5 million from the North Dakota Adjutant General’s office for the Housing Rehabilitation and Citizen Retention Grant. Homeowners in Ward County affected by the 2011 flood who are planning to rebuild their home and move back can apply for funds from this State grant. Funds will be dispersed to assist rebuilding only the main floor of each residence. These funds are not available to those that are planning to sell or rent their property.

There are 3 categories where grant recipients can use the funding:

1. Homeowners who have rebuilt or are in the process of rebuilding may receive reimbursements for material and labor used to rebuild the main floor of the home. Once determined to be eligible homeowners will be asked to submit original receipts that have not been reimbursed under any other funding program.

2. Homeowners who are in the process of rebuilding or will be rebuilding the main floor of their home in the future may receive funds to purchase building materials at any direct vendor.

3. Homeowners deemed to be eligible for volunteer labor to rebuild the main floor of their home may receive building materials through the Recovery Warehouse and volunteer labor through Hope Village.

For more information on the Housing Rehabilitation and Retention Grant go to the Souris Valley Long Term Recovery website or visit the Souris Valley United Way website to download an application. You can also pick up a copy of the application form by visiting the Souris Valley United Way office in downtown Minot.

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For more information contact:
Connie Philipenko, Souris Valley Long Term Recovery Coordinator
701-839-3019

1. Two temporary/part-time handymen or women to help with building projects around the village.  Needed for approximately 2 weeks, 4-5 hours per day beginning Monday, April 23 or as soon as possible.  If interested, please call Joe Galey at 701.240.1495.
   
2. Volunteers to help serve meals.  Two shifts per day, 6:30-8:30am and 5:30-7:30pm.  This is a great activity for a ministry group at church, employees of a local business, or some friends looking to serve the needs of our community!  If interested, please call Lisa Brown at 701.389.0996 or email localvolunteers@hopevillagend.org.
3. We need COOKIES!  Can you or your group bake bars or cookies that can be donated to Hope Village?  We are looking for 10-16 dozen cookies a day, and on a weekly basis.  This seems like a lot, but with many hands and hearts we believe the job can be done!  If you are able, please let Lisa Brown know, at 701.389.0996 or localvolunteers@hopevillagend.org.

1. Local volunteers are needed to serve meals and provide other kitchen assistance. Two to three people are needed for each breakfast and dinner shift. Shifts are 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, starting this week and continuing through the summer. Volunteers must be at least 16 or older. Anyone interested in volunteering should email Lisa Brown at localvolunteers@hopevillagend.org or call 389-0996.
   
2. Volunteer Master Electricians from North Dakota are desperately needed for progress in rebuild.
3. We need “retired” people with a construction background who can serve as job site supervisors to oversee and supervise the rebuilding of the flooded homes.  If interested, please contact LDR in Minot, 701-500-5206.
4. Two – 12ft long, flatbed trailers are needed to transport materials to homes for rebuild.  If anyone would like to donate one or both or contribute to purchase, if you have one and would be willing to let LDR borrow it, please contact LDR at 701-500-5206.
   
5. Case Managers are needed in the Minot area. Contact Pastor Debra Ball-Kilbourne, Vincent United Methodist Church at 701.838.4425.