Governor Announces Rural Jobs Tour
SALT LAKE CITY (July 17, 2017) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert today announced the 25K Jobs Tour of rural Utah. The tour, organized in partnership with World Trade Center Utah and 20 economic development partners, is part of the governor’s initiative to create 25,000 jobs in 25 rural counties outside the Wasatch Front over the next four years.
“I will not rest until all 29 counties experience the same economic success,” said Gov. Gary R. Herbert. “I challenge Utah businesses from across the state to come together. Utahns are hardworking and creative, and by working together we can find innovative solutions.”
While the state as a whole has enjoyed economic prosperity, some rural communities have faced high unemployment rates. The initiative seeks to address these economic challenges and create new opportunities. Gov. Herbert has tapped Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox to represent him on the 25K Jobs Tour. The state is partnering with World Trade Center Utah to combine rural networks and expand the initiative’s reach.
The tour will stop in each rural Utah county for a half-day of food, networking and activities for all ages. The events—which include representatives from industry, education and government—will connect communities with the resources they need to create new jobs and elevate local economies.
“Utah has the recipe for economic success, and we are committed to creating opportunities in communities spanning every corner of the state,” said Derek B. Miller, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah. “The 25K Jobs Tour is the first step toward accomplishing this goal.”
25K Jobs Tour dates and locations:
July 17 - Box Elder County, Cache County
July 18 - Rich County, Summit County
Aug. 2 - Beaver County, Washington County
Aug. 3 - Iron County
Aug. 9 – Emery County, Carbon County
Aug. 10 – Grand County, San Juan County
Aug. 17 – Daggett County, Uintah County
Sept. 5 – Juab County
Sept. 6 – Tooele County
More dates and locations to be announced. Visit the website at 25kjobs.com for more information and tour updates.
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Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule
July 17, 2017 - July 21, 2017
**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, July 17
9:30 a.m. Corrections Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
10:00 a.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
11:15 a.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
1:30 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Team
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Weekly Meeting with General Counsel
Location: Governor’s Office
4:15 p.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
6:30 p.m. Days of ‘47 Bronze Statue Unveiling
Location: Utah State Fairpark
Media Access
Tuesday, July 18
8:30 a.m. Meet with Mayor of Hanoi
Location: Governor’s Office
9:00 a.m. Meetings with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
6:30 p.m. Days of ‘47 Rodeo Dinner
Location: Zions Bank Building
Wednesday, July 19
9:00 a.m. Accept Water Strategy Advisory Team Report
Location: State Capitol, Gold Room
Media Access
10:30 a.m. Meet with Constituents
Location: Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Interview with The Telegraph
Location: Governor’s Office
3:45 p.m. Meet with Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce
Location: Governor’s Office
6:00 p.m. Dedication of Rodeo Arena and Attend Days of ‘47 Rodeo
Location: State Fairpark
Media Access
Thursday, July 20
8:00 a.m. Native American Summit
Location: Utah Valley University
Media Access
Travel to Cedar City
2:30 p.m. Meet with Board of Regents and Trustees
Location: Cedar City
4:00 p.m. Q&A Session with Board of Regents, University Trustees and College Presidents
Location: Cedar City
6:00 p.m. Dinner Event with Board of Regents and University Trustees
Location: Cedar City
Friday, July 21
No public events
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
July 17, 2017 - July 21, 2017
**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, July 17
9:45 a.m. Tour of Heritage Novolex
Location: Ogden
11:00 a.m. 25K Jobs in 25 Counties Tour - Box Elder County
Location: Brigham City
Media Access
1:30 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Meeting
Location: Call-in
4:00 p.m. 25K Jobs in 25 Counties Tour - Cache County
Location: Logan, Historic Courthouse
Media Access
Tuesday, July 18
9:30 a.m. Mental Health Crisis Line Commission
Location: TBD
11:00 a.m. 25K Jobs in 25 Counties Tour - Rich County
Location: Garden City
Media Access
1:30 p.m. Present AUCH Award
Location: Garden City, Bear Lake Community Health Center
4:00 p.m. 25K Jobs in 25 Counties Tour - Summit County
Location: Coalville, North Summit High School
Media Access
6:30 p.m. Days of ‘47 Rodeo Dinner
Location: Zions Bank Building
Wednesday, July 19
10:15 a.m. Tribal Economic Development Meeting
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
11:00 a.m. Greet Assemblyman from Japan
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. One on One Tribal Leaders Meetings
Location: Orem, Utah Valley University
Thursday, July 20
8:00 a.m. Native American Summit
Location: Orem, Utah Valley University
3:00 p.m. Utah’s Beauty & Heritage Artwalk Ribbon Cutting
Location: Fairview
Friday, July 21
6:00 p.m. Attend Days of ‘47 Rodeo
Location: State Fairpark
