California awards $15 million to support economic growth and resilience in tribal communities across the state WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: As part of California Jobs First, the state is awarding $15 million through the Regional Investment Initiative to support California...
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La Colmena celebrates its grand opening What began as a grassroots vision has since blossomed into a symbol of community-driven development in Santa Ana. La Colmena, the city’s first community land trust project, officially opened its doors in early April 2025,...
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Yreka’s Carnegie Library Rehabilitation In April 2024, the Siskiyou Economic Development Council held a historic groundbreaking event to revitalize and rehabilitate the Carnegie Library building after being awarded $2.1 million through the California Jobs First...
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Certification of Regional Plans as Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS) As of April 2025, all 13 Jobs First regional plans have been formall accepted by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) as Comprehensive Economic Development...
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California announces statewide plan for economic growth What you need to know: Governor Newsom today released a new economic vision for California’s future with a bold plan, realized locally. The unveiling comes alongside the announcement of more than $245 million in...
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