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Westside Tule Enterprise Community

State: California
County (Census Tracts): 79.98 in Fresno County, California, Tract 34, Tulare County
Community Population: 15,186
Poverty Rate: 39 %
Community Area: 1,000 square miles
Unemployment: 27%

Background

• Round 1 Champion Community

• 60% of persons over 25 years of age have less than a 9^th grade education

• High infant mortality rate

Overview

Located in the Central Valley of California, this community is largely agricultural with high concentrations of migrant and farm laborers.  Off-season unemployment is often above 40%. The strategic plan focuses on strategies to address the social and economic needs of area residents through grassroots revitalization efforts.   The two-year work plan reflects a continuing emphasis on leveraging, and proposes several projects for business development, job creation, infrastructure improvements, and health care.  Social programs include health care and job training for seasonal farm workers and their children.

 Key Activities

• Education – Community Technology  Center for Huron to provide full access to Technology Lab and Vocational Classes, after school programs, and distance learning,- One Stop Center  to be developed in Coalinga for social services and work force transition
• Economic Development – Industrial Park at Tule River, new business and entrepreneurial development
• Leadership Training – Training for community leaders in the area of networking, committee steering groups, marketing and advertising, public relations, board training and business development opportunities through collaboration with the Tulare County Economic Development Corporation

Partnerships

The Tule Indian River Tribe was included as a full partner in developing the strategic plan, even though the tribal lands are only included as developable sites.

Community Involvement

During the planning process strategic planning workshop were advertised and attended by a broad cross-section of the community.  Each workshop was held in both English and Spanish.

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Last Updated: February 08, 2008