Southwest Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc, meetings held

HOPE – The Southwest Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. held its quarterly board meeting on September 17th at Hempstead Hall in Hope. The Executive Board Members convened at 9 am to discuss expenses, past and upcoming activities, and future plans for the organization. The official Board Meeting commenced at 10:30 am with speakers highlighting department achievements, current projects, and future goals. A special presentation by Cody Waits, Executive Director of Arkansas Workforce Connections, took place at noon. The meeting was productive, and we are excited about the next board meeting.

The Southwest Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. Workforce Board Meeting also occurred on September 17th at Hempstead Hall in Hope. Cody Waits, the Executive Director of Arkansas Workforce Connections, discussed the opportunities and advancements in the workforce sector in Arkansas. Whitney Petterson, the WIOA Board Chair, initiated the meeting, followed by reports from different committee chairs on their respective goals. Subsequently, board staff members provided program updates, and Southwest partners shared updates on their programs. The next meeting is scheduled for December 10th.