A strategic planning proposal to help with workforce development in the non-construction trades has received initial funding. The Jamestown Local Development Corporation heard a presentation from Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Todd Tranum – September 21, 2023
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with Manufacturer's Association of the Southern Tier's Executive Director Todd Tranum about workforce development efforts in Chautauqua County. … [Read more...]
Jamestown One of 16 Cities Selected for ‘Good Jobs, Great Cities’ Academy
The City of Jamestown is one of 16 cities nationwide to be selected to participate in the "Good Jobs, Great Cities" Academy. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the program is through the U.S. Department of Labor and National League of Cities, … [Read more...]
Mayor Sundquist Discussed Workforce Development Concerns With Representatives in Washington D.C.
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist discussed workforce development concerns with representatives in Washington D.C. on a recent trip. Sundquist was in the nation's capitol for the National League of Cities' lobby day where he was able to meet with … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Media Conference Call – Congressman Tom Reed: June 20 2017
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE A conference call with Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) and regional media representatives. Held Tuesday afternoon, June 21, 2017. During the conference call, Congressman Reed provided an update on Workforce … [Read more...]
Federal Workforce Development Initiative Would Provide Tax Credits in Exchange for Apprenticeships
WASHINGTON - Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning) is announcing his support for a bipartisan proposal to increase workforce development by providing tax credits to companies that offer apprenticeships to individuals in the labor force in need of learning new … [Read more...]
County Officials Begin Workforce Planning Efforts to Prepare for Athenex Opening
DUNKIRK - County officials are started the effort to prepare for the arrival of a multi-million dollar economic development project in Dunkirk. County executive Vince Horrigan and the Chautauqua County Education Coalition recently hosted a … [Read more...]
Workforce Development Seminar is Tuesday
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Planning Board is hosting a Workforce Development Presentation on Tuesday, April 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the auditorium of the Chautauqua Lake Central School District, in Mayville. The program is entitled … [Read more...]
