Aug 21, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardEmployment Training Panel Panel Meeting
The Employment Training Panel discussed executive reports regarding fiscal year 2026-2027 funding initiatives, including the Social Entrepreneurs for Economic Development program and a legislative update concerning SB 1059. The panel reviewed several proposals, ultimately approving training contracts for Applied Materials, Inc., to support workforce development for semiconductor manufacturing and their new R&D facility, and for Ascend Healthcare LLC, to assist in training staff for specialized adolescent mental health and substance abuse treatment services.