Week of: November 16, 2015

  

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JARI will be  the   collaborative force that enhances all aspects of our region to grow a diverse economy and build vibrant communities.
POWER Initiative
Discussed in Johnstown
 
Doug Lynott, representative for the Economic Development Administration, speaks to attendees about the POWER Initiative. 
 
Linda Thomson
 President

 Federal, state and regional officials met in Johnstown last week to learn about funding and programs available to assist coal-impacted communities. Mark Critz, PA Rural Development Council, moderated the session, which attracted over 70 people. Special thanks go to Catalyst Connection, JARI, PA Rural Development Council and Sustainable Strategies for assisting in the programming and agenda development and to Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission, Foundation for PA Watersheds, and Somerset Trust Co. for sponsoring the meeting.
Conemaugh Announces
New East Hills Outpatient Center

Linda Thomson
 President

Officials from Conemaugh Health System participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking at the East Hills Outpatient Center site on Scalp Avenue in Richland Township. They included  Scott Becker, CEO; Frank Quitoni, Chairman; Dr. Susan Williams, Chief Medical Officer; and Steve Tucker, CEO, Hospital Division.

Mr. Becker noted the commitment of the health system to the Johnstown region and to the Vision 2025 framework for building a resilient community. The new $70 million center will provide comprehensive health care services under one roof. For more information, please see the link to the Tribune Democrat article here.
Basic Machine Operations
Training Complete 


Debi Balog
Workforce Development Director
Congratulations to seven individuals who completed JARI's 48-hour Basic Machine Operations Training Program at the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center.

Graduates of the program include: Brady Myers, John Matsko IV, Frank Barber, Adam Poznanski, Steven Wilhelm, Blain Bailey and Tyler Reed. JARI will be holding a "meet the graduates" session with potential employers on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 11:00 AM.

Funding for the program was made possible through the Penelec Fund for the Future of Greater Johnstown of the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies.

If you are interested in attending the networking session and/or obtaining resumes, please contact Debi Balog, Workforce Development Director, at (814) 262-8366 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Consortia Breakfast Meeting
Friday, December 4, 2015
8:30 AM
Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center

Please click here to view the
invitation and meeting agenda!
  Contact Workforce Development Director Debi Balog by phone at (814) 262-8366 or via email at [email protected] for more information.  
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In This Issue
POWER Initiative
New East Hills Outpatient Center
Machine Training Program
Upcoming Events
November 19
 Lunch & Learn:
 Payroll Taxes (What All Small Businesses Need to Know)

December 4
 Consortia and Small Business Breakfast & Meeting
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