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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20001272.tiff RESOLUTION RE:: APPROVE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT, PART TWO, FIVE-YEAR PLAN AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with a Workforce Investment Act, Par Two, Five-Year Plan between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services Employment Services of Weld County, and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, commencing July 1, 2000, and ending June 30, 2002, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said plan, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said plan, a cony of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Workforce Investment Act, Part Two, Five-Year Plan between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Employment Services of\Neld County, and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said plan. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 24th day of May, A.D., 2000. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO 4/ %7 7 ATTEST: ' A '-(,%A r I Ii v? 7,U.,,,,2,,,, - -- Barbara J irkmeyer;Chair my Clerk to the Board �' ll ' M. J! G 'le, Pro-Tem/ ZI1 Y� lerk to the Board -i --/ —.— el Georg . Baxter : Q' '~ CZ/ Py AS TO M: ,- < ,i i Dare . Hall Co ty Attorney 4011 _ -- Glenn vaa 2000-1272 H R0071 Memo To: Barbara J. Kirkmeyer Board of Country Commissioners Firom: Walt Speckman Executive Director, Human Services Date: May 22, 2000 Subject: Workforce Investment Act Plan Part 2 Enclosed for Board approval is Part 2 of the Workforce Investment Act Plan. This part includes the Expenditure Authorizations for The WIA Title I Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth programs and an Expenditure Authorization for Title III Wagner-Peyser. Additionally, Part 2 includes the Budget Information Summaries for these Programs. These Expenditure Authorizations request the following funding levels: Title I Adult$260,535.53; Dislocated Workers $210,839.87; Youth $279,836.77; and Wagner-Peyser$435,027.77. These funds will be used to provide the Core, Intensive, and Training Services to job seekers and employers as outlined under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. If you have any questions, please feel free to telephone me at 353-3800 ext. 3317. 2000-1272 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION (EA) Signature Page WORKFORCE REGION Name: Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 _. City/State/Zip: Greeley, CO 80632 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION SUMMARY This Expenditure Authorization covers the following Funding Sources (specific details for each Funding Source are Attached): Program Year: PY 00 Funding Source: Title 1 WIA Adult$260,535.53 Program Year: PY 00 Funding Source: Title 1 WIA Dislocated Worker$210,839.87 Program Year: PY 00 Funding Source: Title 1 WIA Youth$279,836.77 Program Year: PY 00 Funding Source: Wagner Peyser$435,027.41 Program Year: PY Funding Source: Program Year: PY Funding Source: _- This Expenditure Authorization has been reviewed and approved by the following parties and will be incorporated into the Employment and Training Programs Grant Agreement as an attachment. This signature page,when duly signed, authorizes the granting of funds by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment for the program/project identified herein. The EA commitment document is not valid until it h9 been approved by tie State Controller or designee. / /, B A y / //—� '', 7.'21/ o-r By: 11// > > ?' � or" /Barbara J. Kirkrmmfieyer Date VickieeL�m�t Date / Chair,Weld Cou Bq of Commissioners Executive Director, CDLE By: S1 By: ue Bjorla ,C air Date Weld County orkforce Development Board Title: —_— • Ely/ l � -' '(5 By: -- :__, kin . Perez, Qirector 2 - L Date Employment Services of Weld County Title: APPROVALS DIVISION OF FINANCE AND PROCUREMENT ARTHU RNHART State Controller Designee Workforce Investment Act Part Two Weld County Local Planning Guidelines Five-Year Plan Part 1. Executive Summary: The Weld County Executive Summary is included at Attachment 1. Part II. One Stop Operator Designation Agreement: In October 1999, the Weld County Workforce Development Board began planning for the designation of the One-Stop Operator. In November 1999, the Weld County Workforce Development Board met, approved, and certified Employment Services of Weld County as the One-Stop Operator for Weld County. The criteria for selection and the minutes from the Board meeting certifying Employment Services as the One-Stop Operator are included at Attachment 2. The Weld County Workforce Development Board also identified Employment Services of Weld County as the One-Stop Operator for Weld County in the Workforce Investment Act Five Year Plan. This designation is located on page 15 of the plan. Part Ill Expenditure Authorization's (EA): The Expenditure Authorizations for each of the funding streams and their locations are as follows: WIA Title I Adult Attachment 3A Dislocated Worker Attachment 3B Youth Attachment 3C Title III Wagner-Peyser Attachment 3D Part IV Memoranda of Understanding: The Memoranda of Understanding for Weld County are included at Attachment 4. Part V One-Stop Operations Organizational Chart: The Organizational Chart for Employment Services of Weld County is included at Attachment 5. Board Listing for the Weld County Workforce Development Board: A complete Board listing for the Weld County Workforce Development Board is included at Attachment 6. Attachment 1 Workforce Investment Act Five Year Plan Executive Summary Weld County V{i'orkforce Region: Weld County One-Stop Operator: _ Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 Greeley. CO 80632 Phone: (970) 353-3800 Fax: __ (970) 353-3800 Email: Lperezco.weld.co.us Program Contact: Ted Long extension 3400 Fiscal Contact: Marilyn Carlino extension 3350 MIS Contact: Dora Lara extension 3420 PY 2000 Allocations: [. WIA Adult WIA Dislocated Worker WIA Youth Wagner-Peyser 260,535.53 210,839.87 279,836.77 435,027 41 1. Provide a brief overview of your region's one-stop operations including a description of Core Intensive services. Describe any new initiative or pilot projects you will be implementing. --he Board of Weld County Commissioners and the Weld County Workforce Development Board continue to support a single delivery system which results in both cost efficiency and a customer responsive structure for job seekers and employers. The Department is an integrated system offering as many employment and training programs and services as feasible. The major integrated programs administered under the one stop concept are WIA programs for adults, dislocated worker and youth, basic labor exchange under the Wagner-Peyser Act Welfare to Work, AmeriCorps, Youth Crime Prevention and Intervention program and other employment. training and support programs. Through an agreement with the Department of Social Services, 1:E mployment Services of Weld County also administers the employment, training, and related support ;activities for the Colorado Works in Weld County Program (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) ;and the Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program. The Department is a customer focused system which provides customer choice and is viewed as a place where customers choose how and where to get information, assessments, education, and training. Through the operation of the basic labor exchange,job seekers and employers can obtain information regarding regional and statewide job placement services. Customers are also able to access national job placement and labor market information through the use of technology. Under the Workforce Investment Act, there are three levels of service available to customers accessing workforce development information and programs. The Department has structured these levels it the following manner • Tier 1: Information which can be accessed directly by the customer through the use of technology, including the core services which occur at the agency level. Some of these core services are basic labor exchange (job placement,job referrals,job orders, and employment counseling), initial assessment, labor market information, etc. • Tier 2: Intensive Services which identify obstacles to employment and the development of individual employment plans, career planning, basic skills preparation, etc. • Tier 3: Training Services to assist individuals with obtaining the skills necessary to obtain and retain employment include On-the Job Training contracts or training vouchers. Training voi chers help cover costs for training programs at approved schools. 2. List your partners and describe the services they will contribute to your operations. \NIA specifies government programs that are partners in the one stop system. The WIA legislation encourages a seamless service delivery system for individuals seeking workforce development services by linking the One Stop partners in the delivery system. The overall intent is to provide universal access to core services with the resources of each partner being used to provide services to individuals who are eligible under partner programs. In Weld County all workforce partners support easy access and comprehensive services to the customer. In Weld County, Memoranda of Understanding are being entered into with partner agencies which include Right to Read, Rocky Mountain SER, Green Thumb, Aims Community College, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Job Corps. In general, the partners have agreed to provide brochures on their services which will be made available at each access point, cross train staff to help customers access appropriate services, and coordinate employer relations efforts as appropriate. Partner organizations have agreed to have staff on site at the One-Stop for a period of time each week. Customers will be able to obtain information and access partner programs during these times. Additionally, the contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment addresses the implementation of the programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act. This addresses the coordination between the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the National transitional adjustment assistance activities. Also addressed in the contract is coordination with activities authorized under Chapter 41 of Title 38 U.S.C. and the programs authorized under the State Unemployment Insurance programs. 3. Please indicate the number of adults, dislocated workers and youth that will be served in PY 2000. What is your planned entered employment rate for Adults and Dislocated Workers? How many youth do you anticipate serving and describe the projected outcomes. Weld County will serve the following for PY 2000: Carry-In New Total Adults: 21 106 127 Dislocated Workers 14 86 106 Youth 6 60 66 Weld County has not negotiated its performance Outcomes with the State at this time. The enterect employment rate will be negotiated for the adults and dislocated worker program at that time. Outcomes for Youth will be negotiated with the State at the time other performance standards are negotiated Attachment 7 November 8, 1999 TO: Weld County Workforce Development Board FR: Linda Perez, Director, Employment Services of Weld County RE: One Stop Operator Certification On October 21, the Executive Committee met and discussed One-Stop Operator Certification am, designation. The Workforce Investment Act and the Interim Final Regulations published pursuant to that Act require the Local Board, with the agreement of the chief elected official, to designate and certify One-Stop operators in each local area. The Local Workforce Board has three options in this designation: (1) Through a competitive process (2) Under an agreement between the Local Board and a consortium of entities that includes ai least three or more of the required One-Stop partners (3) An existing One-Stop operations if the following exits > A One-Stop delivery system, consistent with the scope and meaning of the term in WIA existed in the local area prior to August 7, 1998. > The certification is consistent with the requirements of: (1) WIA section 121(b); and (2) The Memorandums of Understanding; and > The certification must be made publicly, in accordance with the sunshine provision at WIA section 117(c). (WIA section 121(e),) Discussion/Action: The Executive Committee is recommending the following: 1. Notify all WIA partners and other interested workforce entities of the intent of the Weld County Workforce Development Board's November 16, 1999 General Membership agenda item !.o designate and certify a Weld County One Stop Operator under the Workforce Investment Act. 2. Grandfather Employment Services of Weld County, under the Board of Weld County Commissioners as the one stop operator. Employment Services meets the requirements for certification as the designated One-Stop Operator under the Workforce Investment Act. . Employment Services has integrated a number of employment and training services since 1979. These programs include many of the required partner programs under WIA including the following: Welfare to Work *Wagner-Peyser (Basic Labor Exchange Community Service Block Grant *VETS Title 38 Job Training Partnership Act *Unemployment Insurance *TRA/NAFTA TPA *Contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment In addition to the required partners, Employment Services delivers other major employment and training programs including the Employment First Food Stamp Program, the employment and training portions of the TANF program, Americorp, and a Youth Crime Intervention and Prevention Program. The existing One-Stop delivery system in place provides universal services to job seekers and employers including employment services to adults, dislocated workers, and youth. (3) The Board will assign a task force by December, 2000 to develop the criteria of demonstrated effectiveness for one-stop operations and deteunine if a competitive process is necessary, if other entities wish to be considered for the one-stop operations, Weld County Private Industry Council General Membership Committee Minutes The November 16, 1999 Weld County Workforce Development General Membership Comm ttee Meeting was called to order by Chair, Sue Bjorland. Attendees introduced themselves and a new item, a modification to EDWAA grant was added to the agenda. I. Members Present: Members Absent: Associates Present: Associates Absen!_: Sue Bjorland John Armour Alvina Derrera Lyle Butler B.J. Dean William Garcia Pat McGuire Linda Conde Mike Geile Lucille Mantelli Judy Sheppard Judy Griego Johns Ex-Officios Present: Ex-Officios Absent: Dora Johnson Brian Lessman Chuck Meyers Ken Nickerson Roberta Miller Willie Morton Fernando Rodriquez Staff Present: Edward Rubadue Walt Speckman Dwight Steele Linda Perez J. V. Teague Tedi Guerrero Dennis Trego Ted Long Renee Williams Dick Wood II.. Minutes: The minutes from the October 21, Executive Committee meeting were approved as written. III. Economic Development Action Partnership Report: A copy of the EDAP 2lpda4 was provided to members for their information and review. IV. Workforce Linkages With Riaht to Read: Director Judy Sheppard provided members with an overview of the services available through Right to Read. She informed members that Right to Read provides English as a Second Language and Adult Basic Education classes. She explained that the majority of Right to Read clients are adults with families who.dropped out of school and earn less than $13,000 per year. Weld. County Workforce Development Board November 16, 1999 General Membership Committee Minutes Page 2 Currently, Right to Read provides classes at Monfort, Monfort Lamb and the Probatic n Department. In addition, clients can benefit from one-on-one tutoring services as well as a literacy class for adults who wish to obtain their GED provided in Windsor, Coloradc. Judy informed members that clients are charged a one time fee of$20 dollars. This fee is applied to testing and tutor costs. She also explained that Right to Read works in conjunction with Aims in providing services to individuals who are at third grade level or below and are interested in obtaining their GED. Individuals who pass the third grade level are then referred to the Aims GED program. Judy stated that Right to Read is a Weld County program with most participants residing in the Greeley area. She stated that, at this time, Right to Read does not receive sufficient funding to provide services throughout Weld County. General discussion followed. V. Policies for Eligible Training Provider and Individual Training Accounts: Linda Perez reviewed the Eligible Training Provider and Individual Training Account attachments with members. She provided them with a summarization of the discussion and the recommendations made by members of the Adult Activities Committee regarding the policies. After much discussion, Dick Wood moved that the recommendations made by the Adult Activities Committee regarding the Eligible Training Provider Policy be accepted wah the following change: A clause added to the policy indicating if training providers do not have performance standards in place, training providers will provide a plan indicating how performance standards will be measured. Dora Johnson seconded the motion and added that the policy will also require that skills gained through training be documented if a participant obtains employment outside the area in which he/she was trained. Judy Griego moved that the recommendation made by the Adult Activities Committee regarding the Individual Account Policy is accepted with the following change: A $3000 maximum cap will be placed on education funds provided to clients. Dora Johnson seconded the motion and the policy was accepted and approved by unanimous vote. General discussion followed. Weld County Workforce Development Board November 16, 1999 General Membership Committee Minutes Page 3 VI. One-stop Operator Certification: Sue Bjorland asked members to refer to attachment two which described One-Stop Certification. She reviewed the handout with members and explained that the Executive Committee had recommended grandfathering Employment Services of Weld County as the One-Stop Operator for 1 to 2 years. During that time frame one-stop partners can state their interest in being considered as the One-Stop Operator. Also to be established durin; the 2-year time frame would be the criterion describing a One-Stop Operator. Alvina Derrera voiced her concern at how the One-Stop would accommodate other partners. Linda Perez informed members that a standard Memorandum of Understanding ( M OL') has been drafted and is attached as attachment IV for review and comment by board members. The MOU will be used to outline the terms as agreed to between each partner and the One- Stop Operator. Dick Wood moved that the board grandfather Employment Services of Weld County as the One-Stop Operator until June of 2001 and by October 1, 2000, have a committee in place which could consider other options and determine the criteria of a One-Stop Operator. Dick also stated that by October 1, 2000, Employment Services would be required to have entered into Memorandums of Understanding with each of its partners. Judy Griego seconded the motion and members agreed by majority vote. VII Review of Bylaws: Brian Lessman suggested that a small committee be assigned to review the Board Bylaws. It was agreed to establish such a committee and members were asked to volunteer :o serve. Dora Johnson and Dick Wood volunteered to serve on the committee to review the bylaws. VIII. Committee Reports: Due to time limitations, adult and youth committee reports were not made. IX. MOU Boilerplate Linda Perez reviewed the draft Memorandum of Understanding document with members and asked for their comment. Mike Geile suggested that MOUs with required partners such as Rocky Mountain SER and Right to Read are completed before going into agreements with other partners. Weld County Workforce Development Board November 16, 1999 General Membership Committee Minutes Page 4 Linda Perez stated that Voc Rehab, Job Corp and Aims are also required partners with whom MOUs must be entered into. Dora Johnson stated that Weld County should not restrict itself to entering into agreements with required partners but should expand those agreements to other unrequired partners as well. Brian Lessman suggested that memorandum of agreements be reviewed periodically 'or possible revision. Judy Griego suggested that before board approval, a draft of the Memorandum Of Understanding be sent to the county attorney for review. Much discussion followed. Judy Griego moved that the Memorandum of Understanding document go forward with revision to review MOUs annually, followed by review of the revised document by the county attorney. Memorandums of Understanding will be drawn up between appropriate partners and presented for approval to county commissioners by January, 2000. Brian Lessman seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous vote. X. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned. EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION (EM REQUEST Attachment 3A Date of Submittal: May 30, 2000 Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 City/State/Zip: Greeley, CO 80632 Phone: (970) 353-3800 ext. 3400 Program/Project Coordinator Ted A. Long PROGRAM/PROJECT INFORMATION Reference Code : Name: WIA Adult VAX#: Funding Source, Year, and Amount of funds: WIA Title I Adult PY 00 $260,535.53 Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 _ To: June 30, 2002 SCOPE OF WORK: A. Purpose and Goal Employment Services of Weld County will use the award of$260,535.53 to provide core, intensive, and training services to adults registered in the WIA Program. Weld County will serve the planned number of adults as outlined under section C below The goal of the program is to provide participants with the appropriate mix of services they require to assist them in obtaining and retaining employment. B. Services to be Provided Adults participants will be able to access core, intensive, and training services and activities authorized under Section 134 (b) of the Workforce Investment Act through Employment Services of Weld County's Local One-Stop Center. Customers will also be able to access information regarding WIA partner programs and some services provided by the partners will be available through the One-Stop Center. Wagner-Peyser Act services have been an integral part of Employment Services One- Stop Center for twenty years, and therefore, do not exist as a stand-alone system The services described in Section 7(a) of the Wagner-Peyser Act are universally available to the customers of Employment Services of Weld County. The following WIA employment and training activities and services will be available to adults participants: Core Services 1. Determination of eligibility to receive assistance under Title I of WIA. 2. Outreach, intake (including worker profiling), and orientation to the information and services available through the One-Stop system at Employment Services of Weld County. 3. Initial assessment of the skill levels, aptitudes, abilities, and supportive service needs of customers. 4. Job search and placement assistance. 5. Career counseling, where appropriate. 6. Labor market information which will include information related to the local, regional, and national labor markets including job vacancy listings, information on the job skills necessary to obtain the jobs, and information regarding occupations in demand in the local area and the earnings and skill requirements for those occupations. 7. Performance and program cost information on eligible training providers furnished for each training program. 8. Information regarding the local One-Stop Center's performance. 9. Information regarding the availability of supportive services, including daycare and transportation services, in the local area and when appropriate, the referral to such services. 10. Information regarding filing claims for unemployment compensation. 11. Assistance in establishing eligibility for; (a) Welfare to Work activities, and (b) programs of financial aid assistance for training and education programs not funded by WIA. 12. Follow-up services, including counseling regarding the workplace, for participants placed in unsubsidized employment for not less than 12 months. Intensive Services Intensive services will be provided to adults who are: 1) unemployed and who have been unable to obtain employment through the provision of core services; and 2) have been determined to be in need of more intensive services in order to obtain employment; or 3) employed, but have been determined to be in need of intensive services in order to retain their employment or obtain employment which allows for self- sufficiency. The following intensive services may be provided to customers who meet the above criteria: 1. Comprehensive and specialized assessments of the skill levels and service needs of customers including: (a) diagnostic testing and use of other assessment tools; and (b) in-depth interviews and evaluations to identify any employment barriers and appropriate employment goals. 2. Development of an individual employment plan (IEP) which identifies an employment goal, appropriate achievement objectives, and the appropriate combination of services to allow the customer to achieve their employment goals. 3. Individualized counseling and career planning 4. Case management for customers seeking training services 5. Short term pre-vocational services to prepare customers for unsubsidized employment or training which may include (a) development of learning skills; (b) improvement of basic skills (i.e. reading and math levels); (c) GED preparation; (d) development of communication skills; • Interviewing Techniques • Resume Development Labor Market Information • Application Completion • How to Dress for Interviews • Effective Communication • Other Related Activities (e) development of interviewing skills; (f) development of resume and cover letters; (g) punctuality; (h) development of personal maintenance skills; and (i) professional conduct. Training Services Training services will be provided to adults who: 1) have met the eligibility requirements for intensive services and who have been unable to obtain or retain employment through the receipt of such services; 2) after an interview, evaluation, assessment, and case management are determined to be in need of training services and have the skills and qualifications to successfully participate in the selected training services; 3) select programs of training services that are directly linked to employment opportunities in the local area or in an area where the participant is willing to relocate; 4) meet the requirements of financial assistance set below; and 5) are determined eligible in accordance with the established Weld County priority system. The following training services may be made available to customers: 1. occupational skills training, including training for non-traditional employment 2. on-the-job training 3. training programs operated by the private sector 4. programs that combine workplace training with related instruction, including cooperative education programs 5. skill upgrading and retraining 6. entrepreneurial training 7. job readiness training 8. customized training conducted with commitments from an employer or employers to hire the individual upon successful completion of the training 9. adult education and literacy activities provided in combination with the above listed services Supportive Services The Weld County Workforce Development Board and Employment Services have adopted a supportive services policy to ensure that services are provided on a consistent and equitable basis for those individuals who need such services to assist them in obtaining or retaining employment or to participate in and complete core, intensive, or training services and who are unable to obtain such services through other programs or means. The supportive services that may be provided are: • transportation • child care/dependent care • job related medical expenses • special clothing • license costs • assistance to secure bonding C. Projected Number of Participants to be Served The projected total number of participants to be served for the period of July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 will be 127 for the WIA Adult Program. This total includes 106 new participants and 21 carry-in participants from the PY 99 JTPA program. The planned participation and termination summary for the WA Title 1 Adult Program is included at Attachment 3A1. D. Expected Outcomes The Expected Outcomes for exiters is included in Attachment 3A1. E. Coordination with other One-Stop Partners The Memorandums of Understanding with the required One-Stop Partners address the services to be provided by the One-Stop partners and how these services will be coordinated and made available through the One-Stop system. In general, the partners have agreed to provide brochures on their services which will be made available at each access point, cross train staff to help customers access appropriate services, and coordinate employer relations efforts as appropriate. Partner organizations have agreed to have staff on site at the One-Stop for a period of time each week. Customers will be able to obtain information and access partner programs during these times. Employment Services will maintain its web site. On this site, extensive information is made available regarding the services available through Employment Services and linkages to other employment and training opportunities is provided. The contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment addresses the implementation of the programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act. This addresses the coordination between the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the National transitional adjustment assistance activities. Also addressed in the contract is coordination with activities authorized under Chapter 41 of Title 38 U.S.C. and the programs authorized under the State Unemployment Insurance programs. F. Other Financial Resources to Support Program The following programs and funding streams will help support the delivery of services through the Weld County One-Stop system: Workforce Investment Act: Title I Adult, Youth and Dislocated Workers Wagner-Peyser- Basic Labor exchange Welfare to Work Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program AmeriCorps Youth Crime Intervention and Prevention Program Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist G. Subcontracting Arrangements Not applicable. Weld County does not subcontract services. 11. BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS)AND NARRATIVE: The Budget Information Summary is included as Attachment C1. The WIA Title I allocation for Adults is $260,535.53. Of this total, $26,053.55 or 10% is set aside for Administrative costs. The remaining $234,481.98 of program funds will be used to provide the core, intensive, training, and supportive services to the 127 Adults served. The Administration BIS is located at Attachment C4. The Quarterly Expenditure is located at Attachment C5 Attachment 3A1 PLANNED PARTICIPATION AND TERMINATION SUMMARY-CUMULATIVE EVorkforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year:WIA Title I Adult PY 00 —. CATEGORY 1ST QUARTER 2ND QUARTER 3R°QUARTER `4TH QUARTER Total Participants 49 77 109 127 Carry In 21 N/A N/A N,A New 28 56 88 106 Total Exiters 28 58 90 109 Entered Employment Rate Employment Retention Rate Earnings Change in 6 Months Employment and Credential Rate _ Participant Customer Satisfaction _ Employer Customer Satisfaction _ ,Carry Out N/A N/A N/A 18 PLANNED PROGRAM ACTIVITIES [Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year:WIA Title I Adult PY 00 [. CATEGORY 1ST QUARTER 2ND QUARTER 3R0 QUARTER 4Th QUARTER Registered Core Services 28 56 88 106 Intensive Services 28 52 80 _ 08 Training Services 25 47 74 81 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION (EA) REQUEST Attachment 3B Date of Submittal: May 30, 2000 Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 City/State/Zip: Greeley, CO 80632 Phone: (970) 353-3800 ext. 3400 Program/Project Coordinator Ted A. Long _ PROGRAM/PROJECT INFORMATION Reference Code : Name: WIA Dislocated Worker VAX#: Funding Source, Year, and Amount of funds: Title I Dislocated Worker PY 00 $210,839.87 Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 _ To: June 30, 2002 I. SCOPE OF WORK: A. Purpose and Goal Employment Services of Weld County will use the award of$210,839.87 to provide core, intensive, and training services to dislocated workers registered in the WIA Program. Weld County will serve the planned number of dislocated workers as outlined under section C below. The goal of the program is to provide participants with the appropriate mix of services they require to assist them in obtaining and retaining employment B. Services to be Provided Dislocated worker participants will be able to access core, intensive, and training services and activities authorized under Section 134 (b) of the Workforce Investment Act through Employment Services of Weld County's Local One-Stop Center. Customers will also be able to access information regarding WA partner programs and some services provided by the partners will be available through the One-Stop Center. Wagner-Peyser Act services have been an integral part of Employment Services One- Stop Center for twenty years, and therefore, do not exist as a stand-alone system. The services described in Section 7(a) of the Wagner-Peyser Act are universally available to the customers of Employment Services of Weld County. The following WA employment and training activities and services will be available to participants: Core Services 1. Determination of eligibility to receive assistance under Title I of MA. 2. Outreach, intake (including worker profiling), and orientation to the information and services available through the One-Stop system at Employment Services of Weld County. 3. Initial assessment of the skill levels, aptitudes, abilities, and supportive service needs of customers. 4. Job search and placement assistance. 5. Career counseling, where appropriate. 6. Labor market information which will include information related to the local, regional, and national labor markets including job vacancy listings, information on the job skills necessary to obtain the jobs, and information regarding occupations in demand in the local area and the earnings and skill requirements for those occupations. 7. Performance and program cost information on eligible training providers furnished for each training program. 8. Information regarding the local One-Stop Center's performance. 9. Information regarding the availability of supportive services, including daycare and transportation services, in the local area and when appropriate, the referral to such services. 10. Information regarding filing claims for unemployment compensation. 11. Assistance in establishing eligibility for; (a) Welfare to Work activities, and (b) programs of financial aid assistance for training and education programs not funded by WIA. 12. Follow-up services, including counseling regarding the workplace, for participants placed in unsubsidized employment for not less than 12 months. Intensive Services Intensive services will be provided to dislocated workers who are: 1) unemployed and who have been unable to obtain employment through the provision of core services; and 2) have been determined to be in need of more intensive services in order to obtain employment; or 3) employed, but have been determined to be in need of intensive services in order to retain their employment or obtain employment which allows for self- sufficiency. The following intensive services may be provided to customers who meet the above criteria: 1. Comprehensive and specialized assessments of the skill levels and service needs of customers including: (a) diagnostic testing and use of other assessment tools; and (b) in-depth interviews and evaluations to identify any employment barriers and appropriate employment goals. 2. Development of an individual employment plan (IEP)which identifies an employment goal, appropriate achievement objectives, and the appropriate combination of services to allow the customer to achieve their employment goals. 3. Individualized counseling and career planning 4. Case management for customers seeking training services 5. Short term pre-vocational services to prepare customers for unsubsidized employment or training which may include (a) development of learning skills; (b) improvement of basic skills (i.e. reading and math levels); (c) GED preparation; (d) development of communication skills; • Interviewing Techniques • Resume Development Labor Market Information • Application Completion • How to Dress for Interviews • Effective Communication • Other Related Activities (e) development of interviewing skills; (f) development of resume and cover letters; (g) punctuality; (h) development of personal maintenance skills; and (I) professional conduct. Training Services Training services will be provided to dislocated workers who: 1) have met the eligibility requirements for intensive services and who have been unable to obtain or retain employment through the receipt of such services; 2) after an interview, evaluation assessment, and case management are determined to be in need of training services and have the skills and qualifications to successfully participate in the selected training services; 3) select programs of training services that are directly linked to employment opportunities in the local area or in an area where the participant is willing to relocate; 4) meet the requirements of financial assistance set below; and 5) are determined eligible in accordance with the established Weld County priority system. The following training services may be made available to customers: 1. occupational skills training, including training for non-traditional employment 2. on-the-job training 3. training programs operated by the private sector 4. programs that combine workplace training with related instruction, including cooperative education programs 5. • skill upgrading and retraining 6. entrepreneurial training 7. job readiness training 8. customized training conducted with commitments from an employer or employers to hire the individual upon successful completion of the training 9. adult education and literacy activities provided in combination with the above listed services Supportive Services The Weld County Workforce Development Board and Employment Services have adopted a supportive services policy to ensure that services are provided on a consistent and equitable basis for those individuals who need such services to assist them in obtaining or retaining employment or to participate in and complete core, intensive, or training services and who are unable to obtain such services through other programs or means. The supportive services that may be provided are: • transportation child care/dependent care • job related medical expenses • special clothing • license costs assistance to secure bonding C. Projected Number of Participants to be Served The projected total number of participants to be served for the period of July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 will be 114 for the WIA Dislocated worker Program. This total includes 86 new participants and 14 carry-in participants from the PY 99 EDWAA program. The planned participation and termination summary for the WIA Title 1 Dislocated worker Program is included at Attachment 3B1. D. Expected Outcomes The Expected Outcomes for exiters is included in Attachment 3B1. E. Coordination with other One-Stop Partners The Memorandums of Understanding with the required One-Stop Partners address the services to be provided by the One-Stop partners and how these services will be coordinated and made available through the One-Stop system. In general, the partners have agreed to provide brochures on their services which will be made available at each access point, cross train staff to help customers access appropriate services, and coordinate employer relations efforts as appropriate. Partner organizations have agreed to have staff on site at the One-Stop for a period of time each week. Customers will be able to obtain information and access partner programs during these times. Employment Services will maintain its web site. On this site, extensive information is made available regarding the services available through Employment Services and linkages to other employment and training opportunities is provided. The contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment addresses the implementation of the programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act. This addresses the coordination between the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the National transitional adjustment assistance activities. Also addressed in the contract is coordination with activities authorized under Chapter 41 of Title 38 U.S.C. and the programs authorized under the State Unemployment Insurance programs. F. Other Financial Resources to Support Program The following programs and funding streams will help support the delivery of services through the Weld County One-Stop system: Workforce Investment Act: Title I Dislocated Worker, Adults, and Youth Wagner-Peyser- Basic Labor exchange Welfare to Work Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program AmeriCorps Youth Crime Intervention and Prevention Program Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist G. Subcontracting Arrangements Not applicable. Weld County does not subcontract services. II. BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS)AND NARRATIVE: The Budget Information Summary is included as Attachment C2. The WIA Title I allocation for dislocated workers is $210,839.87. Of this total, $21,083.99 or 10% is set aside for Administrative costs. The remaining $189,755.88 of program funds will be used to provide the core, intensive, training, and supportive services to the 106 dislocated workers served. The Administration BIS is located at Attachment C4. The Quarterly Expenditure is located at Attachment C5. Attachment 3B1 PLANNED PARTICIPATION AND TERMINATION SUMMARY-CUMULATIVE Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year WIA Title I Dislocated I---- i Worker PY 00 CATEGORY 1sT QUARTER 2N°QUARTER 3R°QUARTER 4T"QUARTER Total Participants 34 59 84 106 Carry In 14 N/A N/A N/A New 20 45 70 86 Total Exiters 20 44 72 9C Entered Employment Rate Employment Retention Rate Earnings Change in 6 Months Employment and Credential Rate Participant Customer Satisfaction _ Employer Customer Satisfaction Carry Out N/A N/A N/A 18 PLANNED PROGRAM ACTIVITIES [.Vorkforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year:WIA Title I Adult PY 00 CATEGORY Registered Core Services 1ST QUARTER 2N°QUARTER 3RD QUARTER 4TH QUARTER 20 45 70 86Intensive Services 20 45 70 _ Training Services 18 38 60 72 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION (EA) REQUEST Attachment 3C Date of Submittal: May 30, 2000 Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 City/State/Zip: Greeley, CO 80632 Phone: (970) 353-3800 ext. 3400 Program/Project Coordinator Ted A. Long _ PROGRAM/PROJECT INFORMATION Reference Code : Name: WIA Youth VAX#: Funding Source, Year, and Amount of funds: WIA Title I Youth PY 00 $279,836.77 Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 _ To: June 30, 2002 I. SCOPE OF WORK: A. Purpose and Goal Employment Services of Weld County will use the award of$279,836.77 to provide services to youth registered in the WIA Program. Weld County will serve the planned number of youth as outlined under section C below. The goal of the program is to provide participants with the appropriate mix of services they require to assist them in obtaining and retaining employment. B. Services to be Provided In accordance with Section129(c) of the Workforce Investment Act, Employment Services of Weld County will deliver the following to eligible youth participants: 1. eligible youth will be provided an objective assessment of the academic levels. skill levels, and service needs of each participant. This assessment will include a review of the basic skills, occupational skills, prior work experience, employability, interests, aptitudes (including interests and aptitudes for nontraditional jobs), supportive service needs, and developmental needs of the participant; 2. service strategies for each participant will be developed and they will identify an employment goal (including, in appropriate circumstances, nontraditional employment), appropriate achievement objectives, and appropriate services for the participant, taking into account the assessment conducted pursuant tc paragraph (a). The following services will be provided to eligible youth participants: (a) preparation for post-secondary educational opportunities, in appropriate cases; (b) strong linkages between academic and occupational learning; (c) preparation for unsubsidized employment opportunities, in appropriate cases; and (d) effective connections to intermediaries with strong links to (i) the job market; and (ii) local and regional employers Program Elements Employment Services of Weld County will provide the following program elements to eligible youth participants: 1 Tutoring, study skills training, and instruction leading to completion of secondary school, including drop-out prevention strategies; 2. alternative secondary school services as appropriate; 3. summer employment opportunities that are directly linked to academic and occupational learning; 4. as appropriate, paid and unpaid work experiences, including internships and job shadowing; 5. occupational skill training, as appropriate; 6. leadership development opportunities, which may include community service and peer centered activities encouraging responsibility and other positive social behaviors during non-school hours, as appropriate; 7. supportive services which may include; • transportation • child care/dependent care • job related medical expenses • special clothing • license costs • assistance to secure bonding g. adult mentoring for the period of participation and a subsequent period, for a total of not less than 12 months; 9. follow-up services for not less than 12 months after the completion of participation, as appropriate; and 10. comprehensive guidance and counseling, which may include drug and alcohol abuse counseling and referral, as appropriate. Each participant or applicant who meets the minimum income criteria to be considered an eligible youth shall be provided 1. information on the full array of applicable or appropriate services that are available through the local board or other eligible providers or One-Stop partners including those receiving funds under subtitle I of WIA; and 2. referral to appropriate training and educational programs that have the capacity to serve the participant or applicant either on a sequential or concurrent basis Applicants not meeting enrollment requirements. —Employment Services of Weld County will ensure that an eligible applicant who does not meet the enrollment requirements of the program or who cannot be served shall be referred for further assessment, as necessary, and to appropriate programs to meet the basic skills and training needs of the applicant. C. Projected Number of Participants to be Served The projected total number of participants to be served for the period of July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 will be 66 for the WIA Youth Program. This total includes 60 new participants and 6 carry-in participants from the PY 99 JTPA program. The planned participation and termination summary for the WIA Title 1 Youth Program is included at Attachment 3C1 & 2. D. Expected Outcomes The Expected Outcomes for exiters is included in Attachment 3C1 & 2. E. Coordination with other One-Stop Partners The Memorandums of Understanding with the required One-Stop Partners address the services to be provided by the One-Stop partners and how these services will be coordinated and made available through the One-Stop system. In general, the partners have agreed to provide brochures on their services which will be made available at each access point, cross train staff to help customers access appropriate services, and coordinate employer relations efforts as appropriate. Partner organizations have agreed to have staff on site at the One-Stop for a period of time each week. Customers will be able to obtain information and access partner programs during these times. Employment Services will maintain its web site. On this site, extensive information is made available regarding the services available through Employment Services and linkages to other employment and training opportunities is provided. The contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment addresses the implementation of the programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act. This addresses the coordination between the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the National transitional adjustment assistance activities. Also addressed in the contract is coordination with activities authorized under Chapter 41 of Title 38 U.S.C. and the programs authorized under the State Unemployment Insurance programs. F. Other Financial Resources to Support Program The following programs and funding streams will help support the delivery of services through the Weld County One-Stop system: Workforce Investment Act: Title I Youth, Adult, and Dislocated Worker Wagner-Peyser- Basic Labor exchange Welfare to Work Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program AmeriCorps Youth Crime Intervention and Prevention Program Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist G. Subcontracting Arrangements Not applicable. Weld County does not subcontract services. IL. BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS) AND NARRATIVE: The Budget Information Summary is included as Attachment C3. The WIA Title I allocation for youth is$279,836.77. Of this total, $27,983.67 or 10% is set aside for Administrative costs. The remaining $251,853.09 of program funds will be used to provide the core, intensive, training, and supportive services to the 66 youth served. The Administration BIS is located at Attachment C4. The Quarterly Expenditure is located at Attachment C5. Attachment 3C1 PLANNED PARTICIPATION AND TERMINATION SUMMARY-CUMULATIVE Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year:WIA Title I Younger Youth PY 00 CATEGORY 1ST QUARTER 2ND QUARTER 3R°QUARTER 4T"QUARTER Total Participants 15 30 46 5f) Carry In 3 N/A N/A N/A New 12 27 43 5:: Total Exiters 5 15 30 4(i Skills Attainment Rate Diploma or Equivalent Attainment Rate Retention Rate Participant Customer Satisfaction Employer Customer Satisfaction _ Carry Out N/A N/A N/A 16 PLANNED PROGRAM ACTIVITIES Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year:WIA Title I Younger Youth PY 00 CATEGORY 1ST QUARTER 2N°QUARTER 3R°QUARTER 4T"QUARTER Registered Core Services 12 27 43 53 Intensive Services 12 27 43 53 Training Services Attachment 3C2 PLANNED PARTICIPATION AND TERMINATION SUMMARY -CUMULATIVE Workforce Region Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year WIA Title I Older Youth PY 00 CATEGORY is-QUARTER 2''''QUARTER 3A°QUARTER 4T" QUAR I ER • Total Participants 3 5 8 10 Carry In 3 N/A N/A N/A New 0 2 3 7 Total Exiters 2 4 6 8 Entered Employment Rate Employment Retention Rate Earnings Change in 6 Months Employment and Credential Rate Participant Customer Satisfaction Employer Customer Satisfaction Carry Out N/A N/A N/A 2 PLANNED PROGRAM ACTIVITIES L Workforce Region. Employment Services of Weld County Funding Source and Program Year.WIA Title I Older Youth PY 00 CATEGORY 1ST QUARTER 2"n QUARTER 3"QUARTER 4TH QUARTER Registered Core Services 0 2 3 7 _ Intensive Services 0 2 3 7 Training Services EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION (EA) REQUEST Attachment 3D Date of Submittal: May 30, 2000 Workforce Region: Employment Services of Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 _ City/State/Zip: Greeley, CO 80632 Phone: (970) 353-3800 ext. 3400 Program/Project Coordinator Ted A. Long PROGRAM/PROJECT INFORMATION Reference Code : ___ Name: WIA Wagner-Pevser VAX It: Funding Source, Year, and Amount of funds: WIA Title III Wagner-Pevser $435,027.41 Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 To: June 30, 2001 SCOPE OF WORK: A. Purpose and Goal Employment Services of Weld County will use the award of$435,027.41 to provide basic labor exchange services to job seekers and employers. B. Services to be Provided Wagner-Peyser Act services have been an integral part of Employment Services One- Stop Center for twenty years, and therefore, do not exist as a stand-alone system. The services described in Section 7(a) of the Wagner-Peyser Act are universally available to the customers of Employment Services of Weld County. The Weld County Workforce Development Board and Employment Services will continue to implement and revise the following marketing strategies to increase employer relations and applicant services over the next 5 years. 1. General Business Development Strategies. (a). Increase the awareness of the services offered through Employment Services through an educational campaign which will increase presentations, media displays and promotional material. (b). Determine the effective use of resources in advertisements and promotions of services. Review job orders for specific employers and see how we are generating applicants to respond to the job orders, and how we are recruiting customers for programs to improve the utilization of services. (c). Seek opportunities to publicize the system through news releases about special programs. Promote special recognition awards or events for staff, programs, and successful and satisfied customers. (d). Implement surveys and gather statistical data to assist in determining program effectiveness and identify areas for improving marketing efforts and program design. 2. New business and existing business development strategies will be to continue coordinating with the Economic Development Action Partnership and the Weld County Chamber of Commerce to offer our services to new and existing business. 3. Specific marketing strategies for target applicant and consumer groups will be designed and implemented. C. Projected Number of Participants to be Served N/A D. Expected Outcomes N/A E. Coordination with other One-Stop Partners The Memorandums of Understanding with the required One-Stop Partners address the services to be provided by the One-Stop partners and how these services will be coordinated and made available through the One-Stop system. The MOUs address areas with the partner programs that will support and enhance applicant and employer access to services. Partner agencies' services will be integrated through cross training of staff, sharing of information through brochures and other materials available through various access points, access by electronic means through the Internet, and joint or coordinated employer relations efforts as feasible. In addition, partners have agreed to be physically located at Employment Services for varying amounts of time to increase their target groups' access to services and to be on-site to provide services to their potential customers. In general, the partners have agreed to provide brochures on their services which will be made available at each access point, cross train staff to help customers access appropriate services, and coordinate employer relations efforts as appropriate. Partner organizations have agreed to have staff on site at the One-Stop for a period of time each week. Customers will be able to obtain information and access partner programs during these times. Employment Services will maintain its web site. On this site, extensive information is made available regarding the services available through Employment Services and linkages to other employment and training opportunities is provided. The contract with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment addresses the implementation of the programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act. This addresses the coordination between the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the National transitional adjustment assistance activities. Also addressed in the contract is coordination with activities authorized under Chapter 41 of Title 38 U.S.C. and the programs authorized under the State Unemployment Insurance programs. F. Other Financial Resources to Support Program The following programs and funding streams will help support the delivery of services through the Weld County One-Stop system: Workforce Investment Act: Title I Adult, Youth and Dislocated Workers Wagner-Peyser- Basic Labor exchange Welfare to Work Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program AmeriCorps Youth Crime Intervention and Prevention Program Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist G. Subcontracting Arrangements Not applicable. Weld County does not subcontract services. II. BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS)AND NARRATIVE: The WIA Title III Wagner-Peyser allocation for 2000 is $435,027.41. • _ Attachment C I EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY (BIS) Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Adult or Dislocated Workers Program Activities Original ❑ Modification ❑ Date of Submittal: May 31, 2000 Workforce Region: Weld Reference Code: Program/Project Name: Adult VAX#: Program Year of Funds and Funding Stream: PY2000 Adult Original WIA Allocation: 260,535.53 Total JTPA to WIA Carry-In: n/a Current Program Budget: 234,481.98 Transfer In (+): From PY and Funding Stream: Transfer Out (-): To PY and Funding Stream: Revised Program Budget: 234,481.98 Current Period of Performance: From: July 1,2000 To:_ June 30, 2002 Revised Period of Performance: From: To: Current Funding Stream Program Changes Transfer Revised % of Cost Category Budget In(+)/Out(-) In(+)/Out(-) Program Budget Budget Program 234,481.98 234,481.98 N/A TOTAL 234,481.98 0.00 0.00 234,481.98 N/A Note: If using the computerized form. 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Revised: 4/4/00 Page 6 Attichment C 2 EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS) Workforce Investment Act(WIA)Adult or Dislocated Workers Program Activities Original O Modification ❑ Date of Submittal: May 31, 2000 Workforce Region: Weld Reference Code: Program/Project Name: Dislocated Worker VAX#: Program Year of Funds and Funding Stream: PY2000 Dislocated Worker Original WIA Allocation: 210,839.87 'rota'JTPA to WIA Carry-In: n/a Current Program Budget: 189,755.88 Transfer In (+): From PY and Funding Stream: Transfer Out(-): To PY and Funding Stream: _ Revised Program Budget: 189,755.88 Current Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 To: June 30,2002 Revised Period of Performance: From: To: Current Funding Stream Program Changes Transfer Revised % of Cost Category Budget In(+)/Out(-) In(+)/Out(-) Program Budget Budget Program 189,755.88 189,755.88 N/A TOTAL 189,755.88 0.00 0.00 189,755.88 N/A Note: If using the computerized form. 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Revised. 4/4/00 Page 6 attachment c 3 EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS) Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Youth Program Activities Original Modification ❑ Date of Submittal: May 31, 2000 Workforce Region: Weld Reference Code: Program/Project Name: Youth VAX#: Program Year of Funds and Funding Stream: PY2000 Youth Original WIA Allocation: 279,836.77 Total JTPA to WIA Carry-In: N/A Current Program Budget: 251,853.09 Transfer In (+): From PY and Funding Stream: Transfer Out(-): To PY and Funding Stream: Revised Program Budget: 251,853.09 Current Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 To: June 30, 2002 Revised Period of Performance: From: To: Current Funding Stream Program Program Changes Transfer Revised % of Cost Category Budget In(+)/Out(-) In(+)/Out(-) Program Budget Budget Out-of-School Youth 75,555.93 75,555.93 30.00% ln-School Youth 176,297.17 176,297.17 70.00% TOTAL 251,853.09 0.00 0.00 251,853.09 100.00% Note: If using the computerized form. 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Revised: 4/4/00 Page 8 Attachment Cud EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS) Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Administration Original E Modification ❑ Date of Submittal: May 31, 2000 Workforce Region: Weld Reference Code: Program/Project Name: Administration VAX#: Program Year of Funds and Funding Streams: PY2000 Administration Total Title I WIA Allocation: 751,212.17 Total IIA(including Older Workers), IIB, !IC, and III 60% &40% Carry-In: 0.00 Current Administration Budget: 75,121.22 Transfer In (+): 0.00 From PY and Funding Stream: Transfer Out (-): 0.00 To PY and Funding Stream: Revised Administration Budget: 75,121.22 Current Period of Performance: From: July 1, 2000 To: June 30, 2002 Revised Period of Performance: From: To: Current Funding Stream Revised Administration Changes Transfer Administration % of Cost Category Budget In(+)/Out(-) In(+)/Out(-) Budget Budget Administration 75,121.22 0.00 0.00 75,121.22 N/A TOTAL 75,121.22 0.00 0.00 75,121.22 N/A Note: If using the computerized form. 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Revised: 4/4/00 Page 10 Attachment C S Projected Quarterly Expenditures- Cumulative Workforce Region: Weld 1 Program Year: Py2000 _ Funding Source: Adult E!cpenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections • Administration 7816.06 13026.77 19540.16 26053.55 Program 46896.40 117240.99 175861.48 234481.98 Funding Source: Dislocated Worker Expenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections Administration 6325.20 10542.00 15813.00 21083.99 Program 37951.18 94877.94 142316.91 189755.88 funding Source: Youth Expenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections Administration 8395.10 13991.84 20987.76 27983.68 Program 50370.62 125926.55 188889.82 251853.09 Funding_Source: _ Expenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections Administration Program Funding Source: Expenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections Admimstration Progra m Funding Source: Expenditures 1st Quarter Projections 2nd Quarter Projections 3rd Quarter Projections 4th Quarter Projections Administration Program Page 18 Attachment C to EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY(BIS) Wagner/Peyser Original X Modification Date of Submittal: 5/31/2000 Workforce Region: Weld Reference Code Program/Project Name: Wagner Peyser PY2000 VAX# Funding Source and Year of Funds: j _i Original Allocation: $435,027.41 Current Budget: $435,027.41 Current Period of Performance: From: 7/1/2000 To: 6/30/2001 Revised Period of Performance: From: To; Revised Budget: $435,027.41 i Changes Funding Source Current Budget In(+)r'Out( ) Revised Budget Wagner Peyser 435,027.41 0 435,027.41 TOTAL 435,027.41 0 435,027.41 Page 16 Attachment 4 Exhibit 1 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between Weld County Workforce Development Board, Employment Services of Weld Count, and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") made and entered into this day of May, 2000, by and between the Board of Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services, Employment Services of Weld County, ("Employment Services"), Weld County Workforce Development Board ("Workforce Development Board"), and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 provides the framework for workforce investment activities through statewide and local workforce investment system; which increase the employment, retention, occupational skill attainment, and earnings of participants and, as a result, improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and enhances the productivity and competitiveness of the nation; and WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of [998, designates required partnerships in the local workforce development regions and promotes coordinated partnerships and memorandums of understandings between the partners in delivering workforce development activities, and WHEREAS, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation receives funds and delivers programs, services, and activities authorized under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 197:; ( 29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.), and WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board, in conjunction with the Weld County Board of Commissioners conducts oversight with respect to the local programs and activities of the one-stop delivery system through Employment Services, and NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the parties hereto Covent and agree as follows. I. Purpose: The purpose of this MOU is to establish an agreement between the above- mentioned entities concerning respective roles and responsibilities for implementation of the provisions of Section 121(c)(2) of Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. 1 Additionally, this agreement is to coordinate resources to prevent duplication and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of workforce development services in Weld Count . This agreement also establishes joint processes and procedures which will enable partner, to integrate the current service delivery system, resulting in a seamless and comprehensive array of education, human service,job training and other workforce development services to Weld County residents. Parties to this document will coordinate and perform the activities and services descr.becl herein within the scope of legislative requirements governing the parties respective programs, services and agency requirements. Parties to this document also agree to me responsibilities, obligations, and accomplishment of the performance standards described. in Sections III and IV. II. Term: This MOU becomes effective upon signature of the parties and will be reviewed annually to determine continuance or need for modification. Any party who wishes to rescind this MOU must provide written notice stating their intent to the other parties at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired end date of the MOU. III. Description of Roles and Responsibilities A. Joint Responsibilities 1) Coordinate the scheduling of shared clients 2) Cross train staff to increase high quality services, referrals and access to programs 3) Jointly case manages customers enrolled in programs under Employment Services and share as appropriate assessment results 4) Provide informational brochures to customers at each partners main location 5) Coordinate job development and employer relations activities 6) Review options for coordinating intake forms and data requirements. 7) Explore opportunities for coordination and submission of grants or other funding opportunities to enhance or strengthen employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. 2 B. Employment Services Individual Responsibilities 1) Provide opportunities for cross training of staff, including but not limited 10: • Use of the One Stop Resources • Outreach and recruitment activities associated with the Workforce Investment Act Program for adults, dislocated workers and youth; employment and training available under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program; Employment First Food Stamp Program; Juvenile Crime Intervention and Prevention Program; and the Weld County AmeriCorps Program. • For customers co-enrolled in partner programs, provide the following information regarding services available at Employment Services: • orientation to the programs • intake and eligibility • basic assessment, • career planning • case management • coordinated job search activities • coordinated job development and job placement • follow-up as required by funding sources 2. Provide space for the partner programs to be on site weekly to promote .nd make their services available. 3. Maintain a web site that provides on-line information regarding services that are available at Employment Services. 4. Provide opportunities for Division of Vocational Rehabilitation staff to attend Employment Services training sessions to promote the services available at the one stop. C. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Individual Responsibility 1. Train Employment Services staff in the role and mission, goals and philosophy of the agency. 2. Provide program specific assessments for customers, and share the information with Employment Services shared customers. 3 3. Schedule a staff person on site four (4)hours per week at Employment Services of Weld County, the One Stop Center. Staff will provide service; to its current or potential customers and provide in-service training on a monthl) basis to One Stop Center staff on topics related to disabilities. 4. Provide opportunities for Employment Services staff to attend Division of Vocational Rehabilitation training to promote services available at the one stop. IV. Performance The partners jointly agree to the following performance standards for the workforce development system: 0- Deliver high quality services through the workforce system wherever customers access services. To be measured by • Sharing results of customer satisfaction surveys 0- Sharing performance expectations by funding sources and the performance outcome:; • It is the intent of each partner to support continuous improvement for program delivery. V. Funding_of the Services and Operating Costs of the System A. Employment Services: The following resources will be made available to service the customers in the one stop system: • Wagner-Peyser: Basic Labor Exchange for employers and job seekers • Workforce Investment Act: Adult, youth, dislocated workers • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families: welfare clients • Employment First Food Stamp Program: food stamp clients • AmeriCorps: • Crime Intervention and Prevention Program:juveniles involved in the legal system • Welfare to Work: Working TANF clients 4 B. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation: The following resources will be made available to serve individuals with disabilities through the one stop center in Weld County. • To support the operations of the one stop center system, one staff person will be out stationed at Employment Services for four (4)hours per week. The staff person will provide on site services to current or potential customers and provide in-service training on a monthly basis to One Stop Center staff o a topics related to disabilities. • Division of Vocational Rehabilitation funded professional training will be made available to Employment Services Staff when appropriate. VI. Modifications: Any modifications to this MOU, it objectives or specific duties of the parties must be agreed to in writing and signed by all parties. VII. Severability: If any term or condition of this MOU will be held be invalid, illegal, c.r unenforceable,this MOU will be construed and enforced without such provision o the extent that this MOU is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties hereto. VIII. No Third Party Beneficiary Enforcement: It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this.MOU, and all rights of action relating w such enforcement, will be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing contained in the MOU will give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever br any other person not included in this MOU. It is the express intention of the undersigrwd parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this MOU will be an incidental beneficiary only. IX. Entire MOU: The parties hereby agree that neither has made or authorized any MOU with respect to the subject matter of this instrument other than expressly set forth hereirL, and no oral representation, promise, or consideration different from the terms herein contained will be binding on either party, or its agents or employees,hereto. This MOI.i embodies all MOU's between the parties hereto and there are no promises, terms, conditions, or obligations referring to the subject matter whereof than as contained herein. X. No Waiver of Immunity: No portion of this MOU will be deemed to constitute a any of any immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, portion of this MOU be deemed to have related a duty of care which did not previously exist with respect to any person not party to this MOU. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that no part of this MOU is intended to circumvent or replace such immunities. 5 XI. Non-A ro riation:None of the parties hereto will be required to expend it publical of its nds for any of the undertakings set forth herein,without the express prior from tine governing body or director. Any financial Ieinations of the will be subject�tles o annual resulting pPropria:ions promises, covenants, and/or terms set as provided by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have duly executed the MOU as of this day, month, and year first above written. AT ST COUNTY COMMISSIONERS [Tr�4TY, COLORADO / 4, I� / C. / 1os Fi �(• =� 1 `ley. .r J. Kirkme er, dhair (OS 1 U-�OcX Deputy Clerk to the B• arbara Y ATTEST DI ION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CAI, '•t. O l,. a_.' �1.__.: .4_ _— kW' Marva Livingston ons Executive Director Department of Human Services WELD CO CFORCE DEVELOP MET•1T BO S j Orland, air 6 4 DEPARTMENT ESOF HUMAOF SERVICES EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD COUNTY 1551 NORTH 17TH AVENUE I PO BOX 1805 GREE LEY, CO 80632 C. (970) 353-3800 FAY (970) 356-3975 COLORADO May 22, 2000 Di.ana Huerta, Director Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 110 16' Street 2nd Floor Denver, Colorado 80202 Dear Ms. Huerta: Enclosed are the four original Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) negotiated with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Linda Conte, your Northeast Area Supervisor, was very helpful in developing the MOU and increasing the levels of cooperation and partnership between Employment Services of Weld County and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Per your request, the MOUs have been endorsed by the Weld County Board of Commissioners and the Weld County Workforce Development Board. Please endorse and return three of the four original MOUs, keeping the fourth for your files. If you have any questions, please feel free to telephone me at (970) 353-3800, extension 3363. Sincerely,,L /' �l Linda L. Perez, Director Employment Services of Weld County Attachment 4 Exhibit 2 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between Weld County Workforce Development Board, Employment Services of Weld County, and Green Thumb, Inc. THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") made and entered into this day of May, 2000, by and between the Board of Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado. on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services, Employment Services of Weld County, ("Employment Services"), Weld County Workforce Development Board ("Workforce Development Board"), and Green Thumb, Inc. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 provides the framework for workforce investment activities through statewide and local workforce investment systems which increase the employment, retention, occupational skill attainment, and earnings of participants and, as a result, improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and enhances the productivity and competitiveness of the nation; and WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, designates required parties in the local workforce development regions and promotes coordinated relationships and memorandums of understandings between the parties in delivering workforce development activities, and WHEREAS, Green Thumb Inc. receives funds and delivers programs, services, am: activities authorized under title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965 ( 42 U.S.C. 3056 et seq ), and WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board, in conjunction with the Weld Count) Board of Commissioners conducts oversight with respect to the local programs and activities of the one-stop delivery system through Employment Services, and NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the parties agree as follows. I. Purpose: The purpose of this MOU is to establish an agreement between the above mentioned entities concerning respective roles and responsibilities for implementation of the provisions of Section 121(c)(2) of Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. 1 2000-1087 H2O07I Additionally,this agreement is to coordinate resources to prevent duplication and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of workforce development services in Weld County. This agreement also establishes joint processes and procedures which will enable entities to integrate the current service delivery system, resulting in a seamless and comprehensive array of education, human service,job training and other workforce development services to Weld County residents. Parties to this document shall coordinate and perform the activities and services described herein within the scope of legislative requirements governing the parties respective programs, services and agency requirements. Parties to this document also agree to the responsibilities, obligations, and accomplishment of the performance standards described in Sections III and IV. II. Term: This MOU becomes effective upon signature of the parties and shall be reviewed annually to determine continuance or need for modification. Any party who wishes to rescind this MOU must provide written notice stating their intent to the other parties at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired end date of the MOU. III, Description of Roles and Responsibilities A. Joint Responsibilities 1) Coordinate the scheduling of shared clients 2) Cross train staff to increase high quality services, referrals and access tc programs 3) Jointly case manage customers enrolled in programs under Employment Services and share as appropriate assessment results 4) Provide informational brochures to customers at each partner's main location 5) Coordinate job development and employer relations activities 6) Review options for coordinating intake forms and data requirements. 7) Explore opportunities for coordination and submission of grants or other funding opportunities to enhance or strengthen employment opportunities for older workers. 2 B. Employment Services Responsibilities 1) Provide opportunities for cross training of staff, including but not limited to • Use of the One Stop Resources • Outreach and recruitment activities associated with the Workforce Investment Act Program for adults, dislocated workers and youth; employment and training available under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program; Employment First Food Stamp Program Juvenile Crime Intervention and Prevention Program; and the Weld County AmeriCorps Program. • For customers co-enrolled in partner programs, provide the following: • orientation to the programs • intake and eligibility • basic assessment, • career planning • case management • coordinated job search activities • coordinated job development and job placement • follow-up as required by funding sources 2. Provide space for the parties programs' to be on site weekly to promote and make their services available. 3. Maintain a web site that provides on-line information regarding services that are available at Employment Services. C. Green Thumb Inc. Responsibilities 1. Train Employment Services staff in the role and mission, goals and philosophy of the agency. 2. Provide program specific assessments for customers, and share the information as appropriate and in accordance with federal and state privacy regulations with Employment Services shared customers. ; 3. Schedule a program representative on site . hours per week at Employment Services of Weld County, the One Stop Center. The Program Representative will provide services to its current or potential customers and assist in the reception duties. 3 4. Provide opportunities for Employment Services staff to attend Green Thumb training to promote services available at the one stop. IV. Performance The parties jointly agree to the following performance standards for the workforce development system: • Deliver high quality services through the workforce system wherever customers access services. to be measured by • Sharing results of customer satisfaction surveys P. Sharing performance expectations by funding sources and the performance outcomes • It is the intent of each entity to support continuous improvement for program delivery. V. Funding of the Services and Operating Costs of the System A. Employment Services: The following resources will be made available to service the customers in the one stop system: • Wagner-Peyser: Basic Labor Exchange for employers and job seekers • Workforce Investment Act: Adult, youth, dislocated workers • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families: welfare clients • Employment First Food Stamp Program: food stamp clients • AmeriCorps: • Crime Intervention and Prevention Program:juveniles involved in the legal system • Welfare to Work: Working TANF clients B. Green Thumb Inc: The following resources will be made available to serve olcer workers through the one stop center in Weld County. • To support the operations of the one stop center system, one program representative will be out stationed at Employment Services for 9 hours per 4 man pelf. The program representative will provide on site services to current or potential customers and assist in reception duties. • Green Thumb Inc. funded professional training will be made available to Employment Services Staff. VI. Modifications: Any modifications to this MOU, it objectives or specific duties of the parties must be agreed to in writing and signed by all parties VII Severability: If any term or condition of this MOU shall be held be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, this MOU shall be construed and enforced without such provision o the extent that this MOU is then capable of execution within the original intent of the partie>, hereto. VIII. No Third Party Beneficiary Enforcement: It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this MOU, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing contained in the MOU shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this MOU. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this MOU shall be an incidental beneficiary only. IX. Entire MOU: The parties hereby agree that neither has made or authorized any MOU U ith respect to the subject matter of this instrument other than expressly set forth herein, and no oral representation, promise, or consideration different from the terms herein contained shall be binding on either party, or its agents or employees, hereto. This MOI I embodies all MOU's between the parties hereto and there are no promises,terms, conditions, or obligations referring to the subject matter whereof than as contained herein. X. No Waiver of Immunity: No portion of this MOU shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any portion of this MOU be deemed to have related a duty of care which did not previousl} exist with respect to any person not party to this MOU. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that no part of this MOU is intended to circumvent or replace such immunities. Liability: This MOU does not constitute a "partnership" to the extent that term in anyway encompasses joint liability. Each party to the MOU os responsible for its own employees, representatives, agents, and subcontractors and indemnifies and holds harmless every other party for any and all damages caused by the negligent acts or omissions of its employees, representatives, agents, and subcontractor committed n the course and scope of duties performed hereunder. 5 XI. Non-Appropriation: None of the parities hereto shall be required to expend it public funds for any of the undertakings set forth herein, without the express prior approval of its governing body or director. Any financial obligations of the parties resulting from the promises, covenants, and/or terms set for therein shall be subject to annual appropriations as provided by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have duly executed the MOU as of this day, month, and year first above written. AT ST - i �c,?�j -���F COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ���2�/'�` � (• ' I ►l OUNTY, COLORADO` Li l° f ,"'r. A.-4 /-u V / !,U /Ake - 't- — Deputy Clerk to the D iar' � — Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Chair (0540-aaw, ATTEST - N HUMB INC. (2 clici- Margar t Auker, Director WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT B . � ��5 L'� rflc(% Sue Bjorland7C air r l / 6 Attachment 4 Exhibit 3 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between Weld County Workforce Development Board, Employment Services of Weld County, and Job Corps THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") made and entered into this _ day of May, 2000, by and between the Board of Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado. on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services, Employment Services of Weld County, ("Employment Services"), Weld County Workforce Development Board ("Workforce Development Board"), and Job Corps. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 provides the framework for workforce investment activities through statewide and local workforce investment systems which increase the employment, retention, occupational skill attainment, and earnings of participants and, as a result, improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and enhances the productivity and competitiveness of the nation; and WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, designates required partnerships i n the local workforce development regions and promotes coordinated partnerships and memorandums of understandings between the partners in delivering workforce developrne it activities, and WHEREAS, Job Corps receives funds and delivers programs, services, and activities authorized under Title I Subtitle C of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, and WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board, in conjunction with the Weld Co int) Board of Commissioners conducts oversight with respect to the local programs and activities of the one-stop delivery system through Employment Services, and NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises,the parties hereto Covent and agree as follows. I. Purpose: The purpose of this MOU is to establish an agreement between the above mentioned entities concerning respective roles and responsibilities for implementation of the provisions of Section 121(c)(2) of Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. 1 Additionally, this agreement is to coordinate resources to prevent duplication and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of workforce development services in Weld County. This agreement also establishes joint processes and procedures which will enable partners to integrate the current service delivery system, resulting in a seamless and comprehensive array of education, human service,job training and other workforce development services to Weld County residents. Parties to this document shall coordinate and perform the activities and services described herein within the scope of legislative requirements governing the parties respective programs, services and agency requirements. Parties to this document also agree to the responsibilities, obligations, and accomplishment of the performance standards described in Sections III and IV. H. Term: This MOU becomes effective upon signature of the parties and shall be reviewed annually to determine continuance or need for modification. Any party who wishes to rescind this MOU must provide written notice stating their intent to the other parties at least thirty(30) days prior to the desired end date of the MOU. III. Description of Roles and Responsibilities A. Joint Responsibilities 1) Coordinate the scheduling of shared clients 2) Cross train staff to increase high quality services, referrals and access to programs 3) Jointly case manage customers enrolled in programs under Employment Services and share as appropriate assessment results 4) Provide informational brochures to customers at each partners main location 5) Coordinate job development and employer relations activities 6) Review options for coordinating intake forms and data requirements. 7) Explore opportunities for coordination and submission of grants or other funding opportunities to enhance or strengthen employment opportunities for youth needing employment and training services. 2 B. Employment Services Individual Responsibilities 1) Provide opportunities for cross training of staff, including but not limited to < Use of the One Stop Resources < Outreach and recruitment activities associated with the Workforce Investment Act Program for adults, dislocated workers and youth; employment and training available under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program; Employment First Food Stamp Program; Juvenile Crime Intervention and Prevention Program; and the Weld County AmeriCorps Program. < For customers co-enrolled in partner programs,provide the following information regarding services available at Employment Services: $ orientation to the programs $ intake and eligibility $ basic assessment, $ career planning $ case management $ coordinated job search activities $ coordinated job development and job placement $ follow-up as required by funding sources 2. Provide space for the partner programs to be on site weekly to promote and make their services available. 3. Maintain a web site that provides on-line information regarding services that are available at Employment Services. C. Job Corps Individual Responsibility 1. Train Employment Services staff in the role and mission, goals and philosophy of the agency. 2. Provide program specific assessments for customers, and share the information with Employment Services shared customers. 3. Schedule a staff person on site four(4) hours per week at Employment Services of Weld County, the Once Stop Center. Staff will provide services to its current or potential customers and assist them in the Job Corps application process. 3 4. Provide opportunities for Employment Services staff to attend Job Corps training to promote services available at the one stop. IV. Performance The partners jointly agree to the following performance standards for the workforce development system: < Deliver high quality services through the workforce system wherever customers access services. to be measured by < Sharing results of customer satisfaction surveys < Sharing performance expectations by funding sources and the performance outcomes < It is the intent of each partner to support continuous improvement for program delivery. V. Funding of the Services and Operating Costs of the System A. Employment Services: The following resources will be made available to service the customers in the one stop system: $ Wagner-Peyser: Basic Labor Exchange for employers and job seekers $ Workforce Investment Act: Adult, youth, dislocated workers $ Temporary Assistance for Needy Families: welfare clients $ Employment First Food Stamp Program: food stamp clients $ AmeriCorps: $ Crime Intervention and Prevention Program:juveniles involved in the legal system $ Welfare to Work: Working TANF clients 4 B. Job Corps: The following resources will be made available to serve youth needirg employment and training services through the one stop center in Weld County. $ To support the operations of the one stop center system, one staff person wilt be out stationed at Employment Services four (4) hours per week. The Staff person will provide on site services to current or potential customers and assist them in the Job Corps application process. $ Job Corps funded professional training will be made available to Employment Services Staff when appropriate. VI. Modifications: Any modifications to this MOU, it objectives or specific duties of the parties must be agreed to in writing and signed by all parties VII.. Severability: If any term or condition of this MOU shall be held be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, this MOU shall be construed and enforced without such provision o the • extent that this MOU is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties hereto. VI[I. No Third Party Beneficiary Enforcement: It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this MOU, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing contained in the MOU shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this MOU. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this MOU shall be an incidental beneficiary only. IX. Entire MOU: The parties hereby agree that neither has made or authorized any MOU with respect to the subject matter of this instrument other than expressly set forth herein and no oral representation, promise, or consideration different from the terms herein contained shall be binding on either party, or its agents or employees, hereto. This MOIJ embodies all MOU=s between the parties hereto and there are no promises, terms, conditions, or obligations referring to the subject matter whereof than as contained herein. X. No Waiver of Immunity: No portion of this MOU shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any portion of this MOU be deemed to have related a duty of care which did not previously exist with respect to any person not party to this MOU. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that no part of this MOU is intended to circumvent or replace such immunities. 5 XI. Non-Appropriation: None of the parties hereto shall be required to expend it public funds for any of the undertakings set forth herein, without the express prior approval of its governing body or director. Any financial obligations of the parties resulting from the promises, covenants, and/or terms set for therein shall be subject to annual appropriations as provided by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have duly executed the MOU as of this day, month, and year first above written. AT ST ii ;J OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /i COUNTY, COLORADO j,% �� tl r�•�� � c 4 f 464-- —r— 1 Deputy Clerk to th- 'o. , ), Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Chairman 05/10j'loto) O7% ATTEST : :. �RPS f ,e -- Signature Maryhelen A. Delane Executive Vice President, Administration Printed Name and Title WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD f , Sue and, 6 _ Attachment 4 Exhibi : 4 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between Weld County Workforce Development Board, Employment Services of Weld County, and Right to Read of Weld County, Inc. THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") made and entered into this day of May, 2000, by and between the Board of Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services, Employment Services of Weld County, ("Employment Services"), Weld County Workforce Development Board ("Workforce Development Board"), and Right to Read of Weld County, Inc. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 provides the framework for workforce investment activities through statewide and local workforce investment system:; which increase the employment, retention, occupational skill attainment, and earnings of participant, and, as a result, improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and enhances the productivity and competitiveness of the nation; and WHEREAS, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, designates required partnerships in the local workforce development regions and promotes coordinated partnerships and memorandums of understandings between the partners in delivering workforce development activities, and WHEREAS, Right to Read, Inc. receives funds and delivers adult education and li'.eracy activities authorized under title II of the Workforce Investment Act, and • WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board, in conjunction with the Weld County Board of Commissioners conducts oversight with respect to the local programs and activities of the one-stop delivery system through Employment Services, and NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the parties hereto Covent and agree as follows. I Purpose: The purpose of this MOU is to establish an agreement between the above mentioned entities concerning respective roles and responsibilities for implementation of the provisions of Section 121(c)(2) of Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 1 2000-1085 Additionally,this agreement is to coordinate resources to prevent duplication and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of workforce development services in Weld County. This agreement also establishes joint processes and procedures which will enable partners to integrate the current service delivery system, resulting in a seamless and comprehensive array of education, human service,job training and other workforce development services to Weld County residents. Parties to this document shall coordinate and perform the activities and services described herein within the scope of legislative requirements governing the parties respective programs, services and agency requirements. Parties to this document also agree to the responsibilities, obligations, and accomplishment of the performance standards described in Sections III and IV. II. Term: This MOU becomes effective upon signature of the parties and shall be reviewed annually to determine continuance or need for modification. Any party who wishes to rescind this MOU must provide written notice stating their intent to the other parties at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired end date of the MOU. III. Description of Roles and Responsibilities A. Joint Responsibilities 1. Coordinate the scheduling of shared clients 2. Cross train staff to increase high quality services, referrals and access to programs 3. Jointly case manage customers enrolled in programs under Employment Services and share as appropriate assessment results 4. Provide informational brochures to customers at each partners main location 5. Coordinate job development and employer relations activities 6. Review options for coordinating intake forms and data requirements. 7. Explore opportunities for coordination and submission of grants or other finding opportunities to enhance or strengthen literacy and employment opportunities for adult basic learners. 8. Ensure that a release of information agreement is signed by common customers prior to sharing customer information between the agencies. 2 ,t, B. Employment Services Individual Responsibilities 1. Provide opportunities for cross training of staff, including but not limited .o: • Use of the One Stop Resources • Outreach and recruitment activities associated with the Workforce Investment Act Program for adults, dislocated workers and youth; employment and training available under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program; Employment First Food Stamp Program; Juvenile Crime Intervention and Prevention Program; and the Weld County AmeriCorps Program. • For customers co-enrolled in partner programs, provide the following: • orientation to the programs • intake and eligibility • basic assessment, • career planning • case management • coordinated job search activities • coordinated job development and job placement • follow-up as required by funding sources 2. Provide space for the partner programs to be on site weekly to promote and make their services available. 3. Maintain a web site that provides on-line information regarding services that are available at Employment Services. 4. Pay the registration fee for Right to Read services for those customers who are enrolled in specific programs operated by Employment Services who are in need of services provided by Right to Read. Employment Services will not pay fees for the universal customers utilizing the one stop center. 5. Provide opportunities for Right to Read staff to attend Employment Services training sessions to promote the services available at the one stop. C. Right to Read, Inc. Individual Responsibility 1. Provide orientation to Employment Services staff regarding the role, mission, goals, and philosophy of Right to Read. 3 2. Providir: 1) ESL BEST assessments; 2) CASAS Short Form assessment for Intensive Level customers referred to Right to Read. Assessments will de made available at Right to Read and at Employment Services for shared customers. 3. Schedule Right to Read designated persons on site for 2 days a week (not to exceed 8 hours a week). Note: schedule will be based on client demand and reviewed monthly. IV. Performance The partners jointly agree to the following performance standards for the workforce development system: • Deliver high quality services through the workforce system wherever customers access services. to be measured by • Sharing results of customer satisfaction surveys • Sharing performance expectations by funding sources and the performance outcomes s It is the intent of each partner to support continuous improvement for program delivery. V. Funding of the Services and Operating Costs of the System A. Employment Services: The following resources will be made available to service the customers in the one stop system: • Wagner-Peyser: Basic Labor Exchange for employers and job seekers • Workforce Investment Act: Adult, youth, dislocated workers • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families: welfare clients • Employment First Food Stamp Program: food stamp clients • AmeriCorps: • Crime Intervention and Prevention Program:juveniles involved in the legal system • Welfare to Work: Working TANF clients '4 B. Right to Read. Right to Read resources will be made available serve adult learners at various Right to Read sites in Weld County • To support the operations of the one stop center system, one staff person will be out stationed at Employment Services for 2 days a week (not to exceed 8 hours a week). Note: schedule will be based on client demand and revie,ved monthly. • Provide: 1) ESL BEST assessments; 2) CASAS Short Form assessment for Intensive Level customers referred to Right to Read. Assessments will be made available at Right to Read and at Employment Services for shared customers. • Right to Read sponsored professional training will be made available to Employment Services Staff when appropriate. VI. Modifications: Any modifications to this MOU, its objectives or specific duties of the parties, must be agreed to in writing and signed by all parties VII. Severability: If any term or condition of this MOU shall be held be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, this MOU shall be construed and enforced without such provision to the extent that this MOU is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties hereto. VIII. No Third Party Beneficiary Enforcement: It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this MOU, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing contained in the MOU shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this MOU. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this MOU shall be an incidental beneficiary only. IX. Entire MOU: The parties hereby agree that neither has made or authorized any MCU with respect to the subject matter of this instrument other than expressly set forth herein, and no oral representation, promise, or consideration different from the terms herein contained shall be binding on either party, or its agents or employees, hereto. This Mt)U embodies all MOU's between the parties hereto and there are no promises, terms, conditions, or obligations referring to the subject matter whereof than as contained herein. X No Waiver of Immunity: No portion of this MOU shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall an) portion of this MOU be deemed to have related a duty of care which did not previously exist with respect to any person not party to this MOU. The parties hereto acknowledge 5 3 and agree that no part of this MOU is intended to circumvent or replace such immunities XI. Non-Appropriation:None of the parities hereto shall be required to expend its public funds for any of the undertakings set forth herein,without the express prior approval of its governing body or director. Any financial obligations of the parties resulting from the promises, covenants, and/or terms set for therein shall be subject to annual appropria:ioris as provided by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have duly executed the MOU as of this day, month, and year first above written. AT ST `1! F COUNTY COMMISSIONERS / OYcOLORAD // d;°,!,4:4:;:\ jitsebd Deputy Clerk to the - ,v Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Chair (o5/I of zoou' f r.: ATTEST GHT TO READ Of WELD COUNTY INC. u�eppard, Director Lucie Johnson, President Right to Read of Right to Read Board Weld County Inc. WELD COUNTY W ORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD Su jorland, h • ' 6 } w' U its u1 4-) co < d EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD COUNTY Organizational Chart DIRECTOR CST-Client Service Technician ' Linda Perez MSFW-Migrant Seasonal Farm worker Employment Services Complaint Specialist Administrative Assistant Susan Talmadge E.Tedi Guerrero I I Client/Data Systems Unit Educational and Vocational Unit Veteran Unit Special Programs Unit Employer Services Unit Dora Lara,Supervisor Charlie Dalpra,Supervisor Floyd Bufkin Ted Long,Supervisor Marie Gallegos,Supervisor -Annette Gutierrez-CST -Mary Moreno-CST -Loretta Llamas-CST -Vangie Sandoval-CST -Stella Vigil-CST -Kris Armstrong-CST -Jim Morris-CST -Elvira Gonzalez-CST -Sonia Rodriguez-CST/MSFW -Jim Nail-CST** -Sharin Herring-CST -Colleen Lechman-CST -Renee Valensuela-CST -Francisca Garcia -Norma Garcia-CST -Nancy Sanchez-CST -Julie Atkinson-CST -Joe Galindo-CST -Laurie Speck-CST -Alicia Lopez-CST -Bernie Cordova-CST -Mary Ann Gonzales-CST -Tani Andrews-CST Part-Time Staff Part-Time Staff Part-Time Staff Part-Time Staff -Jim Harrington* -Summer Youth -Patricia Manning -Cory Dalpra' . -Jose"Fred"Perez -Rochelle Lauck 'Job Share Employees with Benefits(20 hours per week) I "Job Share Employees with Benefits(32 hours per week) 05/19/00 4-5 a, E r n� U rtn Ql +� CO Q d — - 1. Client/Data Systems Unit 4. Special Programs Unit 6. Employment Services Assistant This unit provides reception and registration for all This unit provides employer relations for primarily This individual provides for contract, grant, and employment and training programs; creation and public and private,non-profit agencies and applicable agreement monitoring; Workforce Development monitoring of computer reports which support the client services for adults and youth. Provides support; and other support for the Director. Also above programs;certification for UI and Food Stamp specialized services for employers and clients for the 1 assists in employer relations unit. clients,Migrant outreach;maintenance and training for subsidized programs. MIS systems. Provides reception for other Human Services programs. 5. Employer Services unit 2. Educational and Vocational Unit This unit provides employer relations for primarily!! private-for-profit companies; community relations;a This unit provides education and vocational planned overall marketing of Employment Services of Weld assessment development. Administers a computerized County's programs. learning unit. Coordinates working relationships with companies, school districts, and employer training This unit also provides referral and placement, programs.Provides job search/classes and motivational computerized job match,employer contract monitoring training sessions. activities, job listings, job orders from employers. Provides employment program information for cable 3. Veteran's Unit ' TV, newspapers, and dedicated job line telephones, provides services and ensures veterans preference for This unit provides specialized services for employers jobs. and veterans clients. Coordination and working relationship agreements will be developed and monitored in this unit with agencies serving veterans. Responsible for program case management. NOTE: Funding for the above is provided primarily from employment and training funds including Wagner-Peyser,Workforce Investment Act,Employment First Food Stamp Program,and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. • • WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD Attachment 6 BUSINESS SECTOR EXP NAME TITLE REPRESENTED BUSINESS ADDRESS-TELEPHONE NUMBER- E-MAIL/FAX DA's E SUE BJORLAND Area Manager LARGE BUSINESS WeStaff,2300 W. 16th St. Suite B,Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/02 IIII SERVICE BUS' (9 70)356-2070 E-MAIL: a'^rland @westaf.ca... JOHN ARMOUR Resources SMALL BUSINESS Golden Aluminum Co., 1405 E. 14th St. Ft. Lupton,CO 80621 12/31/04 Manager MANUFACTURING BUS: (303)654-8337 FAX: (303)654-8356 KATHLEEN REES Claims Manager LARGE BUSINESS State Farm Ins. Company,3001 8h Ave.,Greeley,CO 80638 12/31/00 INSURANCE BUS: (970)351-5250 E-MAIL:Kathleenrees.andl@statefarm.com BILL GARCIA Attorney SMALL BUSINESS 912 8th Avenue,Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/01 ATTORNEY BUS:(970)356-5210 FAX:356-1944 E-MAIL:WFGARCIA@aol.com DORA JOHNSON President SMALL BUSINESS Baldwin Center, 1623 14th Ave.,Suite 2,Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/01 SERVICE BUS(970)356-0065 E-MAIL: djohnson@aims.edu LUCILLE MANTELLI Director of Comm LARGE BUSINESS Eastman Kodak Company,9952 Eastman Park Drive,Windsor,CO 80551 12/31/02 Relations MANUFACTURING BUS: (970)686-4102 E-MAIL: Immkcdpa@kodak.com SMALL BUSINESS SMALL BUSINESS EDWARD RUBADUE General SMALL BUSINESS Rubadue Wire Co. Inc., 1301 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/01 Manager MANUFACTURING BUS:(970)351-6100 FAX:(970)351-0355 SMALL BUSINESS DENNIS TREGO Human Resources SMALL BUSINESS Colorado Sweet Gold,8714 Highway 60,Johnstown,CO 80534 12/31/00 Manger MANUFACTURING BUS: (970)587-6528 FAX: (970)587-6524 RENEE WILLIAMS Director of LARGE BUSINESS ConAgra/Monfort,Swift,EA Miller,P.O.Box G,Greeley,CO 80632 12/31/01 Emplymt&Trgn MANUFACTURING BUS: (970)395-8499 NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD,Continued... BUSINESS SECTOR EXP NAME TITLE REPRESENTED BUSINESS ADDRESS-TELEPHONE NUMBER-E-MAIL/FAX DATE BRIAN LESSAI I SupSuperintendentI ACONDARI l St hoof District RE-4, 1020 Main Street,Ylinrlsoi,CO 80550 I\I\ 12/31/00 EDUCATION-K-12 BUS:(970)686-7411 E-MAIL: blessman@windsor.kl2.co.us RICHARD WOOD Dean,Continuing POST-SECONDARY Aims Community College,P.O.Box 69,Greeley,CO 80632 12/31/00 Education EDUCATION BUS: (970)330-8008x6222 E-MAIL:wood@aims.edu JUDY SHEPPARD Director ADULT Right to Read,818 Eleventh Avenue,Greeley,CO (Proposed) LITERACY BUS:352-7323 FAX:339-6564 E-MAIL: right2read@lynx.sni.net LINDA CONTE Supervisor VOCATIONAL Colorado Vocational Rehabilitation Services,2850 McClelland,Suite 2000,Ft. Collins (Proposed) REHABILITATION BUS: 1(970)223-9823x15 FAX: 1(970)223-0718 PEGGY AUKER Director OLDER WORKER- Green Thumb, 1902 Thomes Avenue,Suite 209,Cheyenne Wy,82001-3549 (Proposed) GREEN THUMB BUS: 1(307)634-7417 FAX: 1(307)638-4187 RON KLAPHAKE President/CEO ECONOMIC Greeley/Weld Economic Development,822 7th St.,Suite 550,Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/01 DEVELOPMENT BUS: (970)356-4565 E-MAIL: edap@ctos.com JORGE AMAYA Executive ECONOMIC Nrthrn Colo. Latino Chamber of Comm,P.O.Box 2261,Greeley,CO 80632 12/31/02 Director DEVELOPMENT BUS: (970)356-6461 ALVINA DERRERA Sen. Field MSFW Rocky Mountain SER,822 7'"Street,Suite 12,Greeley,Colorado Representative BUS:353-9251 FAX:353-9341 DWIGHT STEELE Field Director VETERANS Colorado Division of Employment and Training U.I 1515 Arapahoe Street,Tower 2,Ste 400 TAA/TRA Denver,CO 80202 WAGNER-PEYSER BUS: (303)620-4204 E-MAIL:dwight.steele@state.co.us 12/31/02 FERNANDO Union LABOR UNIONS United Food&Comm Wrkrs#47,7760 W. 38`"Ave. Wheatridge,CO 80033 12/31/01 RODRIQUEZ Representative BUS: (303)425-0897x412 FAX:(303)424-2416 GLENN Cty Commissioner CSBG Board of Weld County Commissioners,P.O.box 758,Greeley,CO 80632 PERMA- VAAD (LEO) WELFARE TO WORK BUS:356-4000 x4200 E-MAIL:gvaad@co.weld.co.us NENT JUDY GRIEGO Executive Director TANF- Weld County Dept of Social Services,P.O.Box A,Greeley,CO 80632 PERMA- FOOD STAMP ACT BUS: (970)352-1551x6510 E-MAIL:jgriego@co.weld.co.us NENT B.J.DEAN Executive Director COMM. BASED Island Grove Treatment Center,1140 M. Street,Greeley,CO 80631 12/31/00 ORGANIZATION BUS: (970)356-6664 FAX: (970)356-1349 WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD YOUTH COUNCIL BUSINESS SECTOR NAME TITLE REPRESENTED BUSINESS ADDRESS- TELEPHONE NTTMBER-E-MAIL/FAX LUCILLE Director of Community LARGE BUSINESS Eastman Kodak Company,9952 Eastman Park Drive,Windsor,CO 80551 MANTELLI Relations MANUFACTURING BUS:(970)686-4102 E-MAIL: Immkcdpa@kodak.com JOHN ARMOUR Resources SMALL BUSINESS Golden Aluminum Co., 1405 E. 14th St. Ft. Lupton,CO 80621 Manager MANUFACTURING BUS: (303)654-8337 FAX: (303)654-8356 KRISTEN ARNOLD Counselor COMMUNITY BASED Island Grove Treatment Center,1140 M. Street,Greeley,CO 80631 Detox/Outpatient ORGANIZATION BUS:(970)356-6664 FAX:(970)356-1349 AL ARRIESSECQ Youth Services YOUTH IN CONFLICT Weld County Dept of Social Services,P.O.Box A Greeley,CO 80632 Manager SOCIAL SERVICES BUS: (970)352-1551x6265 FAX: (970) 353-5215 AL DOMINGUEZ District Attorney WELD COUNTY Weld County District Attorney's Office,P.O.Box 1167,Greeley 80632 BUS:356-4010x4706 FAX: BRIAN LESSMAN Superintendent SECONDARY School District RE-4, 1020 Main Street,Windsor,CO 80550 EDUCATION K-12 BUS: (970)686-7411 E-MAIL: blessman@windsor.k12.co.us BERT MARTINEZ Admissions JOB CORPS Job Corps Admissions,710 11th Avenue,Office#310,Greeley,CO 80631 Counselor BUS: (970)353-7502 FAX: (970)353-0930 E-MAIL: CHARLES MEYERS President SMALL BUSINESS Miner&Miner Engineering,4701 Royal Vista Circle,Ft. Collins,CO 80528 MANUFACTURING BUS: 1-223-1888 FAX:352-3716 MICHAEL MUSKIN Executive COMMUNITY BASED Weld County Partners,1212 8`h Street,Greeley,CO 80631 Director ORGANIZATION BUS:351-0700x11 FAX:351-0562 E-MAIL: BRENT NITMAN Director JUVENILE Platte Valle Youth Detention,2200 Street,Greeley,CO 80631 JUSTICE BUS:304-6212 FAX:304-6210 E-MAIL: brentNitman@state.co.us EDWARD RUBADUE General SMALL BUSINESS Rubadue Wire Co. Inc., 1301 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO 80631 Manager MANUFACTURING BUS: 351-6100 FAX:350-9463 DAVID SANCHEZ Recreation Progs PARKS AND City of Greeley,Parkes&Recreation Dept.,651 10th Avenue,Greeley,CO 80631 Manager RECREATION BUS:350-9422 FAX:350-9463 E-MAIL: RICHARD WOOD Dean,Continuing POST-SECONDARY Aims Community College,P.O.Box 69,Greeley,CO 80632 Education EDUCATION BUS: 330-8008 X6222 FAX:339-6564 E-MAIL:wood@aims.edu Hello