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TCSA E-News: September 6, 2024

Posted on 9/6/2024
TCSA E-News: September 6, 2024. Fall Conference Updates + More

TCSA E-News: August 30, 2024

Posted on 8/30/2024
TCSA E-News: August 30, 2024. Fall Conference Updates + More

TCSA E-News: August 23, 2024

Posted on 8/23/2024
TCSA E-News: August 23, 2024. Conference Updates,

TCSA E-News: August 16, 2024

Posted on 8/16/2024
TCSA E-News: August 16, 2024. Conference Updates,

TCSA E-News: August 9, 2024

Posted on 8/9/2024
TCSA E-News: August 9, 2024. Read the latest news from TCSA + statewide updates.

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TCSA Education Funding Webinar Update: Summer 2024

The recorded webinar concerning TCSA's Education Funding update for county officials is now available on TCSA's YouTube page! Please check out the video to learn more from TCSA Director David Connor about: 

  • Budgetary Adjustments: Insights into recent statewide budget revisions and allocations impacting education funding.
  • Policy Updates: New legislative measures and their implications for county educational initiatives. 
  • Community Impact: How these changes will resonate with local schools, teachers, and students.
Click the button below to watch the entire webinar (est. 23 minutes total)
View the Full Education Funding Webinar Here

Join TCSA + Tennessee's Opioid Abatement Council for a Quarterly Update

Join TCSA on Wednesday, July 10, for an update from the opioid abatement council. The webinar will focus on reporting deadlines and funding updates related to the opioid settlement funds and new information and resources available on the OAC's website relative to county funding. We'll also take a look at counties' expenditures thus far when it comes to the settlement funds. 

When: July 10, 2024; 1:30 PM CT
Where: Online via Zoom Meeting
Click Here to Join the Webinar

Shelby County Engages Youth For Better Mental Health Services

The mental health crisis among youth in the United States has reached alarming levels, with one in five adolescents experiencing a mental health disorder each year. Shelby County, Tenn. is no exception. 

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the county’s youth coalition became increasingly vocal about the worsening mental health situation and the lack of accessible supportive services. 

The coalition proposed the Shelby County Commission use American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to support youth mental health. They explained that mental health services were far less accessible than leaders thought. 

Shelby County, where 25% of individuals live below the poverty line, faces significant challenges with many young people uninsured or struggling to navigate the health care system even when insured...
Click Here to Read the Full Story

Grant Writing USA to Host Writing Courses at Discounts for County Offices

The State of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development / Center for Economic Research in Tennessee and Grant Management USA will present a two-day grant management workshop in Nashville on July 10-11, 2024. This in-person training is ideal for grant-recipient organizations across all disciplines.  Attend this class, and you'll learn how to administer government grants and stay in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

Tuition is $595; however, all county offices will receive a $50 discount with the code "Referral". Pricing includes Grant Management USA's 500-page grant management workbook and reference guide.  

Online reservations are necessary. Government agencies have 30 days after the training to submit payment. Complete event details including learning objectives, class location, graduate testimonials and online registration are available here.
Click Here to Enroll Today

Sycamore Institute Releases Report on Recommended Actions in Youth Mental Health Space

Children and youth are struggling with anxiety, depression, and other symptoms of poor mental health. The latest data show that 17.7% of Tennessee adolescents ages 12-17 reported having anxiety or depression in 2021-2022—just above the national rate of 17.1%. Meanwhile, significantly more Tennessee youth have died by suicide in the last decade than in prior decades. Over the 2018-2022 period, Tennessee’s youth suicide death rate was just above the national rate.

This report is the final in the Sycamore Institute's introductory series on child mental health in Tennessee. The first compiled available data on mental health among Tennessee youth. The second summarized Tennessee’s many steps to address these concerning statistics. This report explores policy options in eight areas that state policymakers and program administrators could explore to build on these recent initiatives. 
View the Full Mental Health Report Here

Record Low Unemployment for May 2024

The Statewide Unemployment Rate Fell to an All-Time Low of 3%

NASHVILLE – Tennessee marked a milestone in May when the statewide unemployment rate dropped to a historic low level and set a record, according to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD).

The rate decreased by 0.1 of a percentage point between April and May to 3% and made history by besting any jobless number since the Federal Government began tracking the statistic in 1976.

"Tennessee's booming economy and strategic investments in workforce development and job creation have set the standard for success nationwide,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “Now, we're making history with record-low unemployment, ensuring Tennessee remains a beacon of opportunity, security, and freedom for all."
Click Here to Read the Full May Unemployment Report

Tennessee's Q1 Housing Report Released

The Comptroller's Office of State Government Finance has shared its latest insights from Tennessee's Q1 housing report, freshly released this month The report delves into key trends shaping our local housing market, offering a comprehensive overview of recent developments in home sales, rental rates, and market forecasts. Whether you're a county official, prospective homebuyer, investor, or simply curious about the state of housing affairs in Tennessee, this report provides invaluable data to inform your decisions. Click the button below to read the full report. 
Read the Full Q1 Housing Report Report Here

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