UKIAH, CA., 5/6/25 – Caltrans is hosting a tribal resource fair in Ukiah on Wednesday. The event will offer employment & educational opportunities, training programs and small business support services to tribal communities across four counties, Caltrans said.
Caltrans oversees the state’s transportation system, including highways, bridges and public transportation.
Representatives from Caltrans, Norcal APEX Accelerator, West Business Development Center, the California Capital Access Program, Mendocino College, Cal Poly Humboldt, Sonoma State University, CA Conservation Corps, Cal Fire and various worker unions and contractor firms will participate.
“Caltrans meets annually with representatives and leaders from the 28 federally recognized Native American Tribes situated within our district’s boundaries,” said Aaron Morgan, Caltrans District 1’s small business liaison. “We have established this first-ever event to address the expressed needs of our tribal partners, providing tangible opportunities for community development and individual empowerment.”
The Caltrans Tribal Resource Fair will take place Wednesday, May 7, from 4-7 p.m. at Pomo Plaza at Mendocino College, Ukiah. For more information, contact Aaron Morgan at aaron.morgan@dot.ca.gov.