A Call to Service Summons Young Americans to Sacramento
How a decades-old federal program strengthens local communities
AmeriCorps, the federal program that recruits Americans
ages 18-26 for a 10-month commitment to national service, turns
30 this year. What do members learn about life in America during
their tenure, and what is their impact on Sacramento?
Perspective: The Ever-Growing Sacramento Homeless Crisis
The closure of a 20-year-long homeless services program left a hole in our chain of homeless services, writes Sherman Haggerty in a guest column for Comstock’s. The local shift to housing first and the elimination of transitional housing have contributed to the rapid growth of our homeless population, he argues.
The Changing Face of California Voters
Black, Latino and Asian voters don’t want to be considered a monolith when it comes to their vote
The business of understanding how race affects voting behavior
has become harder, but new polls reveal growing strength among
certain voters of color.
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NECA
NECA and IBEW Brighten The Future for Veterans
The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) partner to guide and improve the electrical contracting industry. Both are also committed to honoring military veterans and providing them with pathways into industry careers.
Pay Parity: Game Changer or Employer Problem?
What happens if a proposed new law forces employers to reveal everyone’s salaries?
New legislation may change how businesses, big and small, draft
job postings and how they report pay data to the state — and
their employees.
Where Have All Our Leaders Gone?
In a divided country, some local leaders are serving with integrity
Across the political spectrum, this is perhaps the only thing
that everyone can agree on: The nation lacks inspiring leaders.
While leadership appears to be lacking on the national stage,
quietly — away from the spotlight — local leaders can
inspire.
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California Employers’ Human Resources Partner
People Rock HR Services
Businesses throughout California trust People Rock HR Services as their partner to implement and manage employment requirements and best practices.
Getting to Know: Mayra Vega
Woodland's mayor serves with an inclusive perspective and inclination for tech
As a full time director of communications in the health care field, Woodland Mayor Mayra Vega cares about including the underrepresented and boosting the city’s tech jobs.
The Way We Work: Cassandra Pye
A glimpse into the daily life of Lucas Public Affairs President Cassandra Pye
Each issue, we dig into the working habits of a top executive in the Capital Region, providing insight into how they get things done.
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Leading the Way to Housing Solutions
Tricorp Group
With his eye on the overall health of the Sacramento regional economy and specifically the construction industry, Tony Moayed, CEO of Tricorp Group, Inc., has been a Region Business board member since 2018.