HomeMy WebLinkAbout3a. Dakota-Scott Workforce memo 3.25.25City of Lakeville
Memorandum
To:Economic Development Commission
From:Kati Bachmayer, Economic Development Manager
Copy:Tina Goodroad, Community Development Director
Justin Miller, City Administrator
Date:March 25, 2025
Subject:Guest Speaker: Mark Jacobs, Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board
Community Development staff has invited Mark Jacobs with the Dakota-Scott Workforce
Development Board (WDB) to present to the Economic Development Commission during
the March meeting. The WDB provides guidance and facilitates workforce planning, as well
as supports economic development providing individuals, families, employers and the
community opportunities to transform lives through optimal employment. The WDB is
comprised of a majority business representatives, as well as workforce, education and
training, government, economic, and community stakeholders. Mr. Jacobs serves as the
staff liaison for this group.
During his presentation, Mr. Jacobs will share more information about the WDB and what
employment trends CareerForce is seeing. There will be an opportunity for Q&A.
Action Requested: No action is requested. The presentation is informational and
questions from EDC members are encouraged.