Summary
CEDO Leon Holden warned his $4,000 professional development budget limits attendance at the Facing Race conference to seven people and blocks bringing a $10,000 'Factuality' training to the county. Members discussed whether travel and training budgets should be increased.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $4,000 budget covers seven conference registrations after discounts; the requested Factuality training alone costs $10,000.
County staff who attend conferences and bring equity and HR knowledge back to their departments.
Departments that can't afford travel and accommodations are effectively excluded from these opportunities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee - Regular Meeting — August 24, 2026
With the 2027 budget coming September 1, members warned against further cuts to travel and training lines, noting last year's 5% across-the-board cut and rising costs of state-mandated unfunded training.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee - Regular Meeting — April 27, 2026
CEDO Leon Holden warned his $4,000 professional development budget limits attendance at the Facing Race conference to seven people and blocks bringing a $10,000 'Factuality' training to the county. Members discussed whether travel and training budgets should be increased.
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