September 25, 2023

Manchin Announces $690K for Workforce Development, Economic Planning in West Virginia

Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $690,000 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the Randolph County Development Authority and the Regional Intergovernmental Council in South Charleston. The funding will support workforce development and job training in Randolph County, as well as economic development planning for Boone, Clay, Kanawha and Putnam Counties.

“Investing in our local communities creates good-paying jobs and spurs economic opportunity,” said Senator Manchin. “The EDA continues to be a strong partner for West Virginia, and these investments will strengthen economic and workforce development efforts throughout Randolph, Boone, Clay, Kanawha and Putnam Counties. I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of these awards for years to come and as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue advocating for resources to support economic growth across the Mountain State.”

Individual awards listed below:

  • $480,000 – Randolph County Development Authority
    • This funding will support workforce development and job training through the West Virginia Wood Technology Center.
  • $210,000 – Regional Intergovernmental Council
    • This funding will support economic development planning for Boone, Clay, Kanawha and Putnam Counties.