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Use this directory to search for federal, state, and local contacts that may provide funding, permitting, or planning support for your community & place-based needs and initiatives. Contacts can be filtered by location or community development topic.

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The link provided on each contact card links to contact information provided on the organization's website. Some organizations may have regional and topic specific support that are not explicitly listed on their contact page. Reach out to your GO-Biz regional economic recovery coordinator for further technical assistance and support connecting to federal, state, and local partners.

CONTACT CPBS

Regional 599
State 86
Federal 34
Tribal 10

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)

Community Development Areas:
  • Transportation,
  • Land Use & Development
Contact Level: State
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

Caltrans provides a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment. Six primary programs include Aeronautics, Highway transport, mass transport, planning, administration, and equipment service center.

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California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA)

Community Development Areas:
  • Transportation,
  • Land Use & Development
Contact Level: State
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

CalSTA is a cabinet-level agency focused solely on addressing the state's transportation issues. Home to the California Transportation Commission and Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

Contact
916-323-5400
contact.us@calsta.ca.gov

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City of Bakersfield, Department of Economic Development

Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

Works to attract, retain, and expand businesses through support services & programs in order to strengthen the City's financial base and provide quality jobs. The Economic Development Unit serves as the City liaison to the business community.

Economic Region:Kern County

Contact
661-326-3765

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North Central Counties Consortium (NCCC)

Community Development Areas:
  • Workforce Development
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

NCCC is a JPA that administers the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and a comprehensive one-stop workforce development system for the benefit of job seekers and local businesses.

Economic Region:Greater Sacramento,North State

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The Northern Rural Training and Employment Consortium (NORTEC)

Community Development Areas:
  • Workforce Development
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

NoRTEC  is a consortium of eleven No. California Counties established to address the needs of job seekers and businesses in the region. Dedicated to strengthening and supporting area businesses in order to create jobs and encourage economic prosperity.

Economic Region:North State,Redwood Coast,Greater Sacramento

Contact
(530) 892-9600

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Orange County Transportation Authority

Community Development Areas:
  • Transportation
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is the county transportation planning commission responsible for funding and implementing transit and capital projects for a balanced and sustainable transportation system.

Economic Region:Orange County

Contact
714-560-6282

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Orange County Council of Governments (OCCOG)

Community Development Areas:
  • Transportation,
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Energy Development,
  • Natural Resources & Conservation,
  • Water & Utilities
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

OCCOG addresses land use, energy, mobility, air quality, and water issues. We conduct studies and projects to improve and coordinate common governmental responsibilities across the county.

Economic Region:Orange County

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The Imperial County Planning & Development Services

Community Development Areas:
  • Land Use & Development
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

To provide an effective and efficient service in understanding and carrying out the Regulations of the County and applicable State and Federal Laws as they relate to Land Use and Development.

Economic Region:Southern Border

Contact
442-265-1736

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