Memorandum
Date: April 15, 2025
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor
Subject: 10:00 A.M. - Presentation on the North Coast Opportunities Building Up Individuals and Local Development (BUILD) Program
Executive Summary:
North Coast Opportunities will present on the BUILD (Building Up Individuals and Local Development) Program, a workforce development and hands-on construction training initiative that supports local residents through a paid, four-month “earn-and-learn” model.
The presentation will include:
• A brief history of North Coast Opportunities (NCO) and the Community Wellness Department, presented by, Justin Gaddy, Director of Community Wellness
• Derek Fiedler, Project Manager for the BUILD Program, will share program updates, participant success stories, and future goals for Clearlake and Lake County
• Overview of the BUILD Program’s recent progress and impact
• Participant success stories and measurable outcomes
• Review of the current ARPA-funded budget.
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☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Presentation Only.