In times of crisis, it can be difficult to see a way out. Our nation and Region are working to navigate a global health crisis, a global economic crisis, and the crisis of racial inequality. It's important we don't pull back in a moment that calls of us to lean in. If we've not already spoken, you'll be hearing a lot from MadREP and our partners at the Urban League of Greater Madison in the coming weeks. We'll be asking you to invest your time and dollars in our Region's future by supporting the Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit. We look forward to gathering with you, virtually, on October 22-23, 2020.
For the latest reopening and recovery resources, be sure to check the MadREP website often.
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Data Spotlight: Jefferson County Continues to Lead the Region |
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For every person not counted, your county stands to lose $18,000 per decade ($1,800 per year) in government funding. Fill out your Census forms!
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Sector Highlight: Information Communications Technology |
Despite the overall metro area concentration of computer and mathematical occupations, individuals working in these occupations do reside throughout the Madison Region. While census tracts with high shares of residents are largely located in and adjacent to Dane County, other areas with notable shares include Dodgeville, Monroe and Lake Mills. These areas should not be surprising given the presence of several ecommerce related employers in these communities. In terms of the total number of computer and mathematical occupations by census tract, a large number of workers are concentrated in Verona, Middleton, Sun Prairie and Fitchburg. Madison’s west side and the areas near downtown and the isthmus also have a large intensity of workers residing in small geographic areas.
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Center for Dairy Research & Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association Awarded $6 Million |
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced that the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) have been awarded $6.13 million to support continuation of the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), serving Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. DBIA offers both industry education, technical support and direct-to-business grants. |
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“Now more than ever, dairy businesses must work quickly to adapt to changes in consumer demands and market opportunities. We are pleased to be able to put USDA funds to work, building upon the tremendous interest in the first initiative, to help dairy farmers and processors survive and thrive amid challenging conditions,” said John Lucey, CDR Director.
MadREP is a collaborator on the project. Collaborators aid in developing, marketing, and implementing program workshops, as well as help develop the pipeline of project participants. “In addition to our established collaborator role, MadREP has plans to offer direct technical assistance to program participants,” said Craig Kettleson, MadREP’s enterprise development director. “We’re able to advise them in a variety of areas, including business planning and economic development financing.”
In the next funding period, running through 2023, the DBIA will provide funding across market research, product development, training workshops, and consultative services to industry. In addition, the DBIA will also distribute over $3.4 million in grants to dairy farm and processing businesses, in potential increments between $5,000-$250,000.
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Four Things You Need to Know This Week |
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Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity
Please join us in this virtual public forum where people from across rural Wisconsin can discuss rural realities, opportunities and issues with members of the Governor's Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity
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wedc.org
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Drive Thru Job Fair
Locations: Alliant Energy Center, Columbia County Fair Grounds and Jefferson County Fair Park on Sept. 17 from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Employers, let job seekers know there are opportunities in their area. Presented by Workforce Development Board of ...
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wisconsinjobcenter.org
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Souls to the Polls Drive-Thru BBQ
August 29th - The Annual Unity Picnic will be a drive-thru event this year. Hosted by Urban League of Greater Madison and Southwest Madison Employment Center, the emphasis will be on voter registration.
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www.facebook.com
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Applications due Aug. 31 for rural workforce housing pilot
The pilot will work with stakeholders from at least three rural communities to develop partnerships and processes that ultimately will benefit communities statewide. The pilot is part of a larger rural affordable workforce housing initiative...
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www.wheda.com
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Reopening & Recovery Resources |
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WEDC Reopening Guidelines
The future will require the gradual adoption of new business practices that reflect the evolving reality of the COVID-19...
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wedc.org
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Return to Work
Businesses must show they are prepared to keep employees, customers and other guests safe.
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www.youtube.com
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Greater Madison Chamber Slido
Join the Conversation! Please ask questions related to COVID-19 and business here.
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app.sli.do
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