We Prosper Together

Nevada California Jobs First Roundtable – February 2023
2023-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
On February 7, 2023, Valley Vision hosted a roundtable on the California Jobs First (CERF) for Nevada County. The session included an overview of the California Jobs First program as well as a discussion about the concerns, needs, and opportunities for the county.
In addition to the slides, you may also view the discussion notes and handout below.

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Economic Development Pilot Projects Informational Meeting
2023-01-27 11:00 - 12:00
In January 2023, the state released an SFP for the Economic Development Pilot Projects program. The program funds projects that align with the values of the California Jobs First (CERF) program, demonstrate potential uses of California Jobs First (CERF) implementation funds, and are part of a plan approved or adopted by a local or regional entity within the past five years.
On January 27, 2023, Valley Vision hosted a regional conversation on the pilot projects to:

To provide an overview of the California Jobs First (CERF) Economic Development Pilot Projects program and eligibility requirements;
To provide clarification on the SFP and program guidelines;
To provide a space for information and knowledge sharing in order to strengthen and best position our region’s proposals;
To open avenues for potential collaboration.

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Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee Meeting #3
2022-07-21 14:00 - 15:00
On July 21, 2022, Valley Vision held the third meeting for the California Jobs First (CERF) Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee. The meeting included a presentation in which Valley Vision shared the changes made to the proposed governance structure and then solicited any remaining feedback from the group. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also view the meeting minutes.

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Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee Meeting #2
2022-07-14 12:00 - 14:00
On July 14, 2022, Valley Vision held the second meeting for We Prosper Together’s Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee. The meeting included a presentation in which Valley Vision shared our proposed governance structure and then solicited feedback from the group through discussion. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and meeting minutes.

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Community Engagement Subcommittee Workshop
2022-07-13 13:00 - 16:00
On July 13, 2022, Valley Vision held We Prosper Together’s Community Engagement Subcommittee Workshop. The meeting included a presentation with an overview of the California Jobs First (CERF) program and established the foundation for the Community Engagement Subcommittee. There were also two group discussions. The first was a feedback session on the potential guiding values for the work moving forward. The second surfaced community engagement strategies for our region. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and meeting minutes.

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Capacity-Building & Technical Assistance Subcommittee Workshop
2022-07-13 09:00 - 12:00
On July 13, 2022, Valley Vision held a workshop with We Prosper Together’s Capacity-Building and Technical Assistance Subcommittee. The meeting included a presentation with an overview of the California Jobs First (CERF) program and established the foundation for the CB&TA Subcommittee. There were also two group discussions. The first was a feedback session on the potential guiding values for the work moving forward. The second surfaced capacity-building and technical assistance needs and strategies for our region. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and meeting minutes below.

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Data, Research, and Evaluation Subcommittee Workshop
2022-07-12 13:00 - 16:00
On July 12, 2022, Valley Vision held a workshop with the Data, Research, and Evaluation Subcommittee. The meeting included a presentation with an overview of the California Jobs First (CERF) program and established the foundation for the DRE Subcommittee. There were also two group discussions. The first was a feedback session on the potential guiding values for the work moving forward. The second surfaced research and data assets, needs, activities, and capacity-building opportunities for our region. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and meeting minutes.

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Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee Meeting #1
2022-07-07 16:00 - 18:00
On July 7 2022, Valley Vision held We Prosper Together’s first Backbone Support & Governance Subcommittee meeting. The meeting included a presentation with an overview of the California Jobs First (CERF) program and governance structure examples. The group also discussed the values and features that should inform the proposed governance structure. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and meeting minutes.

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Colusa California Jobs First Roundtable – June 2022
2022-06-30 14:00 - 16:00
On June 30, 2022, Valley Vision hosted a roundtable on the California Jobs First (CERF) program for Colusa County. The session included an overview of the California Jobs First program as well as a discussion about the concerns, needs, and opportunities for the county.
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Yuba-Sutter California Jobs First Roundtable – June 2022
2022-06-30 09:00 - 11:00
On June 30, 2022, Valley Vision hosted a roundtable on the California Jobs First (CERF) for Yuba & Sutter Counties. The session included an overview of the California Jobs First program as well as a discussion about the concerns, needs, and opportunities for the region.
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California Jobs First (CERF) Planning & Application Workshop
2022-06-02 16:00 - 18:00
On June 2, 2022, Valley Vision held a California Jobs First (CERF) Planning & Application workshop. The meeting provided a deep dive into the Planning Phase application requirements and served as a space to discuss the process for putting together our region’s CERF application. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the slides and notes below.

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Lunch and Learn: California Jobs First (CERF)
2022-05-12 12:00 - 13:30
On May 12, Valley Vision and our partner held an Information Session on the California Jobs First (CERF), a one-time use of State general funds that will distribute $600 million to regions across California to support inclusive and low carbon economic development.
The California Jobs First’s (CERF) program pillars are to promote equitable and sustainable economic development; support inclusive economic planning that prioritizes equity, job quality, and sustainability; and align and leverage federal and state funding to maximize economic resilience.
The Lunch and Learn included a panel of regional and community leaders who shared their thoughts on how the California Jobs First (CERF) opportunity could benefit the region, and what successful implementation of the program might look like. Find the recording, agenda, and meeting slides below.

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