CERF Tahoe/Nevada Subregional Committee Resource Page
Subregional Partners
The Tahoe/Nevada Subregion is jointly led by the Tahoe Prosperity Center and the Nevada County Economic Resource Council.
Tahoe Prosperity Center is the community and economic development organization in Lake Tahoe. We consider ourselves the “Valley Vision” of the Lake Tahoe region and have recently completed our regional economic recovery and resiliency strategy – Envision Tahoe. This inclusive, collaborative and year-long effort, funded by the US Economic Development Administration just wrapped up in June 2022 with our
Envision Tahoe Prosperity Playbook. Thankfully, the timing is well-suited for us to keep planning and to then prepare implementation proposals that align with the State’s CERF goals and our own regional, community and economic development priorities. We bring leadership, a strong collaborative plan and one that is based in regional inclusivity, data and community support and agreement.
Nevada County Economic Resource Council works in economic and community development in the full spectrum of Nevada County. Our organization, with its wide spectrum of Board Members that touch the most critical points in the community, believes we can be a valuable resource for both the planning and implementation phase of this grant.
TPC and NCERC are also supported by Sierra Business Council, in order to engage the Truckee area.
Primary Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Subregion Committee, please reach out to:
Tahoe Prosperity Center
Derrick Martin, Program Manager
derrick@tahoeprosperity.org
Nevada County Economic Resource Council
Gil Matthew, Executive Director
gil@ncerc.org
Next Meeting Information
More information coming soon!
Previous Meeting Materials
September 2023
Capital Region CERF Meetings and Events Calendar
HLS Regional Workforce Advisory: Mental and Behavioral Health Careers Event Materials
CAP Technical Advisory: Biomass Utilization in the Region (September 2023)
At the Cleaner Air Partnership’s September 2023 Technical Advisory Committee meeting, participants discussed opportunities and challenges surrounding biomass utilization in the 6-county Sacramento region.
Thank you to the generous contributors to the Cleaner Air Partnership: Sac Metro Air District, Teichert, SMUD, Sutter Health, Sacramento Association of REALTORS®, Placer County Air Pollution Control District, Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District, PG&E, El Dorado County Air Quality Management District, CEMEX, Clarity and Nikola.
Subject Matter Experts:
- Kerri Timmer – Placer County
- Paul Hensleigh – Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District
- Chuck Smith – Stonebridge Sustainability Solutions, Inc.
- Martin Twer – The Watershed Center
Additional Resources and Links:
- Mobile/Modular Wood Processing Technologies – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z0gkUvpnayTYn09MlvIr0lmCge4rMbcLrzk02BQ1V8g/
- Sometimes Simple is Best: Heartwood Biomass Project brings Jobs, Environmental Benefits to Tuolumne County – https://www.rcac.org/press-release/heartwood-biomass-project-brings-jobs-environmental-benefits-to-tuolumne-county
- Examples of Advanced Wood Building Products and Technologies – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SuzH6CXbosBVzS41Nb7OqQhPBXP1uvbe
- My “Resources” Google Drive – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-njmNNXiwyle6oRDQFNZhTKcbjZsuJUo
- Colorado Forest Products Database™ – https://csfs.colostate.edu/colorado-forest-products-database/
- Nerding out: Products Made from Wood – https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/lands_forests_pdf/woodproducts.pdf
- Air Curtain Incinerators Technology – https://airburners.com/technology/principle/
- Biomass Operations in California – https://www.calbiomass.org/facilities-map/
- California’s Forest Products and Biomass Power Plant facilities Interactive Map – https://ucanr.edu/sites/WoodyBiomass/California_Biomass_Power_Plants/
California Jobs First (CERF) Roundtables
In 2022 and 2023, Valley Vision hosted roundtables on the California Jobs First (CERF) for counties within the capital regions in order to inform about the program and identify early opportunities and alignments.
California Jobs First (CERF) Collaborative Meetings: Summer of Collective Learning Series
The Summer of Collective Learning series were held from June to August in 2023 to give us time to learn and plan together around the California Jobs First (CERF) program. Each monthly meeting featured a collective learning session on topics related to the California Jobs First (CERF) program’s values and goals, as well as time dedicated to advancing our region’s efforts.
California Jobs First (CERF) Collaborative Meeting: Summer of Collective Learning- August 24, 2023
This was the final Collaborative meeting in the “Summer of Collective Learning” series on August 24th from 3:00pm – 4:30pm. The meeting was held virtually via Zoom and was open to current Collaborative members as well as those interested in getting involved. The session featured the Salinas Inclusive Economic Development Initiative and collaborative partners with Mujeres en Acción learning about their efforts to influence inclusive recovery and economic development, especially as it relates to the preservation and creation of quality, family-sustaining jobs in Salinas. Additionally, we introduced our identified Subregional Hub Partners and provided updates on our region’s progress, including the announcement of the Leadership Council nomination and selection timeline. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the VV slides and meeting minutes.
California Jobs First (CERF) Collaborative Meeting: Summer of Collective Learning- July 27, 2023
This was second Collaborative meeting in the “Summer of Collective Learning” series on July 27th from 3pm – 5pm. The meeting was held virtually via Zoom and was open to current Collaborative members as well as those interested in getting involved. The session featured a panel of Economic Development Pilot Project awardees discussing innovative projects advancing California Jobs First (CERF). Additionally, there was a presentation from our Lead Research Partner, Brookings, providing an overview our research progress and plan. The Summer of Collective Learning series will give us time to learn and plan together around the California Jobs First (CERF) program. From June to August, each monthly meeting will feature a collective learning session on topics related to the California Jobs First (CERF) program’s values and goals, as well as time dedicated to advancing our region’s efforts. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the VV slides and meeting minutes.
CAP Luncheon: Transforming Transportation (June 2023)
At the Cleaner Air Partnership’s June 2023 Quarterly Luncheon, attendees discussed the latest in sustainable transportation and its impact on our region with Dan Sperling, founding Director of the UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies.
CAP events are an opportunity to learn about important air quality topics affecting the Sacramento region. Thank you to the generous contributors to the Cleaner Air Partnership: Sac Metro Air District, Teichert, SMUD, Sutter Health, Sacramento Association of REALTORS®, Placer County Air Pollution Control District, Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District, El Dorado County Air Quality Management District, PG&E, CEMEX, Clarity, and Nikola Motors.
Capital Region Coalition for Digital Inclusion (CRCDI) Quarterly Meeting – June 23, 2023
Access the meeting recording HERE.
The Capital Region Coalition for Digital Inclusion’s (CRCDI) Quarterly Meeting took place on Friday, June 23, 2023. The meeting involved digital equity updates from the California Department of Technology (CDT) and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), such as the Digital Equity Survey, DEEM Tool, and BEAD funding updates.
Register for upcoming CRCDI Quarterly Meetings HERE.
California Jobs First (CERF) Collaborative Meeting: Summer of Collective Learning- June 22, 2023
This was our first official Collaborative meeting! On June 22, 2023 from 1pm – 3pm, we kicked off our “Summer of Collective Learning” series with a presentation from guest speaker Dr. Manuel Pastor. We made some major announcements regarding changes to the California Jobs First (CERF) program (California Jobs First (CERF) Catalyst Fund Program) and other updates. The Summer of Collective Learning series will give us time to learn and plan together around the California Jobs First (CERF) program. From June to August, each monthly meeting will feature a collective learning session on topics related to the California Jobs First (CERF) program’s values and goals, as well as time dedicated to advancing our region’s efforts. In addition to viewing the recording below, you may also download the VV slides, Catalyst Fund slides, Dr. Pastor’s Slides and meeting minutes.