Quarterly Newsletter | July 2019 In this issue we share information about our current projects, news, upcoming events and resources to promote welcoming communities.

WHAT ARE WE UP TO?

We've got a new look! Hip-hip-hooray! In June, we released our new logo and revealed our new website !

Local Foods Initiatives The summer season gives way to a bounty of fresh produce for us to enjoy. We've got a few programs taking place right now centered around local foods. Thank you to our regional partners, growers and farmers! Read more.

Regional Transportation Coordination Council (RTCC)

Read the RTCC Operational Implementation Plan for Region 5 and check out our RTCC page for more details on this transportation initiative. We appreciate our stakeholders and event attendees, and we are grateful to Jeff Czeczok for sharing his transit story. Thank you so much to everyone for your feedback and participation!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Please join us!  Thursday September 26th for our Solar Schools Ribbon Cutting Celebration!   Register here! Learn more about Solar Schools by visiting our website .

Sprout MN : Mark your calendar for Summer Harvest Dinner

IN THE NEWS

DEED seeks Executive Director for "Launch Minnesota" Bee Amazing Minnesota Summer Spotlight CTC's Kristi Westbrock is featured in ISE Mag Breakfast After the Bell: A key to a healthy, prosperous future for our kids  Safe Routes to School Planning Grant Awarded to Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Schools Central Lakes College seeks Culinary Arts instructor for new program

WELCOMING COMMUNITIES RESOURCES

The Welcoming Communities initiative is well underway and focused on building workforce attraction and cultural agility in our region. Recommended Video: Simon Sinek on Millennials in the Workplace Recommended Reading: Millennials in the Workplace Rural Pulse: The millennial factor

Stay updated on what's happening in the region! Check out our Events on Facebook: Region Five Development Commission Facebook The Good Life North Central MN Facebook

Read the latest news from our lending organization North Central Economic Development Association.

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