My Catalyst Project

Project Description: As the Industry Sector Coordinator, a key initiative of MLTPA was to support Catalyst Projects, whether submitted through the Catalyst RFP or introduced after the application deadline.

During the Planning Phase of California Jobs First, the region developed the Regional Strategy to gather data on the economy, demographics, opportunities, climate, and public health. This document then informed the Strategic Plan, which outlines approaches for climate-resilient job growth and economic development aligned with state goals.

The Strategic Plan acted as a guiding tool to evaluate and support Catalyst Projects, ensuring they align with state objectives and facilitate progress through funding opportunities and technical assistance. Through this framework, project owners received guidance on policy compliance, funding support, and long-term sustainability.

Technical Assistance

As Industry Sector Coordinators, we offered free Technical Assistance for Catalyst Projects, specializing in recreation strategy, messaging, facilitation, budgeting, funding alignment, grant support, tribal engagement, graphic design, GIS mapping, trail design, and policy consultation.

Funding Support

MLTPA assembled a database of funding opportunities for sustainable recreation and tourism projects for Sierra Jobs First. This database was a snapshot of opportunities that may align with projects submitted by stakeholders consistent with the SJF Regional Strategy.

Eastern Sierra Regional Summary

The Regional Summary, a key outcome of the California Jobs First Planning Phase (Mar 23-Sept 24), was submitted to the state in Dec 23. It includes data on demographics, economy, opportunities, climate, environment, public health, and a SWOT analysis. This summary informed the Strategic Plan below.

Sierra Jobs First Regional Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan directed project selection and job growth for Sierra Jobs First. Submitted in Aug 24 by the Sierra Business Council, it outlined strategies for climate-resilient job growth and economic development aligned with state goals, promoting a more equitable and just regional economy.

Sustainable Recreation & Tourism Regional Strategic Plan

Click above to view the Sustainable Recreation & Tourism section of the Regional Strategic Plan.

High Sierra Regional Strategic Tourism Plan June, 2025

The High Sierra region of California is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. This effort aimed to enhance, harmonize and validate existing destination plans while examining tourism priorities and opportunities from a regional perspective.

Gold Country Regional Strategic Tourism Plan June, 2025

The Gold Country is a diverse region known for its rich Gold Rush history, natural beauty and small-town charm.This effort aimed to enhance, harmonize and validate existing destination plans while examining tourism priorities and opportunities from a regional perspective.

Catalyst RFP Application

Click above to view the Catalyst RFP Application for Sierra Jobs First. The application period closed on December 15, 2024.

Sierra Jobs First Project Website

Sierra Jobs First has an official website managed by the Sierra Business Council for the state of California identified "Eastern Sierra Region" which includes Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Inyo, Mariposa, Mono, and Tuolumne Counties. The most current documents and information are available here.

Last Updated August 4, 2026

This project was funded by Sierra Jobs First and created to support the initiative’s mission of creating a community-led, climate-neutral, inclusive future for our industry in the Sierra region. Through our partnership with Sierra Business Council, regional conveners and fiscal administrators for California Jobs First in the Sierra region, we provided industry-specific assistance that supported job growth, inclusive workforce development, and economic resilience, while protecting our region’s natural lands and vibrant communities.