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Rogue Workforce Partnership Executive Committee Meeting

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The Rogue Workforce Partnership will have an Executive Committee meeting.

View Agenda Page Click on the agenda where you will find a link (either video or by phone) and directions to the RWP Office.

Representatives of the news media shall be allowed to attend but are specifically directed not to report on any of the deliberations held during the executive session, except to state the general subject of the session as announced – pursuant to ORS 192.660 (4).

Potential Loans (TOD, Transit-Oriented Development) Financing to Increase Housing Supply

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The White House recently issued a statement on opportunities to increase affordable housing supply and highlighted U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) efforts. DOT’s Build America Bureau (Bureau) updated its guidance about financing transit-oriented development (TOD) projects, including office to residential conversions. The Bureau is currently reviewing dozens of letters of interest for projects for $10 billion in TOD loans.

For more information including a free webinar on August 27, noon PDT

Participate in Safe + Sound Week 2024: August 12-18!

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Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America’s workers safe. This year Safe + Sound Week will provide resources for businesses on mental health and well-being. These materials will be posted before the start of Safe + Sound Week.

Why Participate? Successful safety and health programs can proactively identify and manage workplace hazards before they cause injury or illness, improving sustainability and the bottom line. Participating in Safe + Sound Week can help get your program started, energize an existing one, or provide a chance to recognize your safety successes.

Develop your Safety + Health Program

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Webinar August 16, 9 am PST “Creating Safer Work Environments with OTC Hearing Aids” a prevention program for hearing loss due to work-related activities

RWP Announces New Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program

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Exciting News! Rogue Workforce Partnership has selected Crater Lake Electrical to receive funding to establish a new construction pre-trades training program in Southern Oregon!

This award represents a strategic investment in our community, aiming to provide opportunities for Oregonians to develop essential skills and credentials for high-wage careers in the thriving construction sector. Stay tuned for more details!

Rogue Valley Economic Brief (monthly Employment data) – Special Topic: The Leisure and Hospitality Industry’s Pandemic Recovery

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A selection of recent economic data (wage and employment related) relevant to Josephine and Jackson counties with a focus on what makes up the Public Sector, brought to you by Workforce Analyst Jeff McAllister.

QualityInfo.org: Your source for the latest local economic data, highlights, and analysis.  Discover local new business openings, closures, and hiring events: Business highlights