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2022 #NACoAnn Spotlight: Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
Explore conference sessions that focus on workforce and economic development.
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2022 #NACoAnn Spotlight: Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
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2022 #NACoAnn Spotlight: Skilled Workforce and Economic DevelopmentJune 14, 2022June 14, 2022, 9:30 am
2022 #NACoAnn Spotlight: Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
The NACo Annual Conference & Exposition is the largest meeting of county elected and appointed officials from across the country. Participants from counties of all sizes come together to shape NACo's federal policy agenda, share proven practices and strengthen knowledge networks to help improve residents’ lives and the efficiency of county government.
Explore the sessions below that focus on workforce and economic development, and visit the conference schedule to explore the full range of opportunities during the conference to exchange cutting-edge practices, elect the association's leadership and shape NACo’s federal policy agenda for the year ahead.
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Conference Session
Community, Economic and Workforce Development Policy Steering Committee: Business Meeting
NACo's Community, Economic and Workforce Development Policy Steering Committee will consider and vote on policy resolutions that will be used to guide NACo’s advocacy efforts before Congress and the administration during the 2022 – 2023 term. -
Conference Session
Improving Economic Mobility for County Residents
As counties navigate the local economic recovery process following the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, many leaders are looking to improve long-term economic outcomes for residents and families. -
Conference Session
Strategies for an Equitable Investment of Recovery Funds
As counties recover from the pandemic, there is a growing opportunity to leverage Recovery Fund dollars for an equitable recovery. Engage in a discussion about national investment trends, county solutions, challenges and strategies to foster recovery across all of our nation's communities. -
Conference Session
America Works: Investing Federal Funding in Community Workforce Development
For county leaders in the process of rebuilding and retraining local workforces impacted by COVID-19, the American Rescue Plan’s Recovery Fund provides a key funding source. Other federal programs and provisions in ARPA, however, can be combined with the Recovery Fund to increase the impact of these investments. -
Conference Session
The Theory and Practice of Economic Development: Then and Now
County economic development planning is in the midst of a major transformation. Economic shocks from the pandemic and natural disasters, along with growing attention to diversity, equity and inclusion-focused programs, have prompted counties to consider expanded missions beyond job creation and business attraction. -
Conference Session
Sports Arenas and Entertainment Centers: Securing Benefits and Avoiding Pitfalls for Counties
Across the country, counties are owners and stakeholders in large public facilities such as athletic stadiums, convention centers, performing arts centers and more. Financing and management of these facilities present both economic opportunities and challenges.
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County News
Gupta: Harm reduction, data, treatment drive national strategy
Harm reduction, data, treatment are driving the national drug control strategy, Rahul Gupta told the Opening General Session audience. -
County News
Sperling, county leaders tout equitable recovery
From Cook County, Ill.'s medical debt relief plan, to Boone County, Ky.'s universal internet plan to Adams County, Colo.'s equity rubric for grant proposals, counties have used ARPA funding to strengthen what were vulnerabilities. -
County News
Upgrading tech infrastructure: It’s more than just broadband
By updating telecommunications infrastructure, counties can also increase the efficiency of their functions, enhance county public safety and bolster economic activity in the business community. -
County News
DHS warns counties of international adversaries
DHS' Tina Gabbrielli: Counties should watch out for surprisingly low bids - unfamiliar foreign companies may be allied with an international antagonist. "If the price seems too good to be true..." -
County News
County News Coverage: 2022 NACo Annual Conference
County News is providing coverage of the conference, including session recaps, highlights of new NACo resources and more. -
Video
Counties leading pandemic recovery through American Rescue Plan investments
Speaking from the NACo Annual Conference county leaders outline new initiatives and how they are deploying resources from the American Rescue Plan to respond to increasing community needs.
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Policy Brief
Support Workforce and Local Business Development: the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Urge your members of Congress to support at least level or increased funding for Title I programs under the U.S. Department of labor (DOL) Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) as Congress begins to consider funding for FY 2023. Funded through the Labor, Health and Human Services (Labor-HHS) appropriations bill, WIOA programs provide essential financial and other resources to support a demand-driven workforce development system. -
Blog
Treasury announces the reallocation of $690 million in Emergency Rental Assistance Funds
On January 24, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced that 89 state and local grantees have been awarded $690 million in reallocated funds under the second round of Emergency Rental Assistance Program funding to assist renters facing financial hardship. -
Webinar
Jump Right In: Where to Start in Your Coal Community
Unable to attend? Watch the event recording below. Jump right in: Where to start in your coal community. -
Reports & Toolkits
Legislative Analysis for Counties: The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023
This analysis includes funding highlights for key programs impacting counties. -
County News
Harris County, Texas expands pilot program that employs homeless
Harris County's employment program pairs participants with mentors and gives them leeway, acknowledging that building good habits doesn't happen immediately -
Reports & Toolkits
Primer for Counties: 2023 Farm Bill Reauthorization
NACo's primer on the 2023 Farm Bill reauthorization breaks down the process counties can expect this year, highlights key county priorities and explains how counties can access funds authorized through the Farm Bill.
