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RE: APPROVE REVISIONS TO BYLAWS FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
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 newly drafted bylaws of the Workforce Development Board have been
presented to the Board of Weld County Commissioners for approval, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Weld County deems it advisable to adopt said
revised Workforce Development Board bylaws, and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said bylaw revisions,
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, Colorado, that the revised bylaws for the Workforce Development Board, be, and hereby
are, adopted.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized
to sign said revised bylaws.
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The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted
by the following vote on the 24th day of April, A.D., 2017.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
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Steve Moreno, Pro-Tem
arbara Kirkmeyer
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PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 11, 2017
TO: Board of County Commissioners — Pass -Around
FR: Judy A. Griego, Director, Human Services
RE: Weld County Department of Human Services'
Employment Services Workforce Development
Board (WDB) Bylaw Revisions
Please review and indicate if you would like a work session prior to placing this item' on the
Board's agenda.
Request Board Approval of the Department's Employment Services Workforce
Development Board (WDB) Bylaw Revisions: The Weld County Workforce Development
Board is a development board of community and business representatives who have expertise in
developing and implementing system and program strategic planning. The mission is to keep the
workforce system responsive to employers, employees and job seekers. The WDB is requesting
to make changes to Article III, Section 2, Appointment and Membership Requirements as well as
Article V, Section 7, Committees, Task Forces, and Technical Advisory Teams. Karin
McDougal, Assistant County Attorney, has reviewed and approved the revisions to move
forward.
I do not recommend a Work Session. I recommend approval of these Revisions.
Sean P. Conway
Julie A. Cozad, Chair
Mike Freeman
Barbara Kirkmeyer
Steve Moreno, Pro-Tem
Approve
Recommendation Work Session
Schedule
Other/Comments:
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WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
BYLAWS
ARTICLE 1— NAME
The name of this Weld County Government Advisory Board shall be the "Weld County
Workforce Development Board."
ARTICLE II — PURPOSE
The Weld County Workforce Development Board, hereinafter referred to as WCWDB, is a
workforce development board of community and business representatives who have expertise in
developing and implementing system and program strategic planning. The mission is to keep the
workforce system responsive to employers, employees and job seekers. The WCWDB envisions a
workforce development system which is: understandable to its customers and easy to use;
administered locally; focused on outcomes and performance; supportive to individuals' growth to
become productive employees and to develop skills to progress their level of performance; and one that
is flexible and pro -active in changing resources to meet customer need. The WCWDB is focused on:
planning to achieve long range goals through the overall direction of workforce development in Weld
County; resolving issues, problems, or conflicts which obstruct progress toward a quality workforce;
resource mobilization (i.e. people, financial and communication) to achieve short and long range
initiatives; and celebrating success and progress.
ARTICLE III — MEMBERSHIP, APPOINTMENTS, VACANCY
Section 1— Number: The WCWDB may consist of up to twenty-seven (27) voting members as
determined by the Board of Commissioners of Weld County. The Board will be comprised of
Representatives of Education, Training, Governmental, Economic and Community Development Entities;
Representatives of Workforce and at least 51% Weld County Business representatives to meet the
membership requirements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Section 2 —Appointment and Membership Requirements: The membership of the WCWDB shall
be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County (BOCC), with the main goal being
that a majority of the quorum required to conduct business must consist of business representatives,
subject to the following requirements:
a. Representatives of the business sector shall constitute a majority of at least 51% of the
membership of the WCWDB, reflecting industry and business, including agricultural business.
Representatives may be recommended and appointed from among individuals nominated by local
business organizations and business trade associations. Two (2) or more members will represent small
business.
b. Representatives of workforce will represent no less than 20% of the WCWDB. The WCWDB
will include:
• three (3) or more labor organization representatives, one of whom has a registered
apprenticeship program; The WCWDB may include the following categories as part of the
20% workforce representation:
o one (1) or more community based organizations with experience serving those with
barriers to employment including veterans and those individuals with disabilities
o one (1) or more organizations with experience serving youth
c. Public sector membership representation will include:
• WIOA Title II
• Economic Development
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• Post -Secondary Education
• Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Wagner Peyser Act, Trade Act of 1974, and Veteran Program
Public sector membership representation may include:
• Public assistance*
• Older Americans Act
• Community Service Block Grant
• Philanthropic organizations serving Weld County
• Other individuals as determined by the Board of County Commissioners
*Public assistance may be a Weld County Commissioner representing Temporary
Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and Employment First —Food Stamp Program
d. Membership shall be as geographically representative of Weld County, as possible.
e. All appointments to memberships shall comply with the requirements stated in the
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. Nominations for WCWDB membership may
be reviewed by the WCWDB with recommendations for appointment forwarded to the Board of
Commissioners of Weld County who will formally interview and appoint members to the WCWDB.
f. Terms of memberships shall be three (3) years. No person shall serve more than two (2)
consecutive three (3) year terms. The normal term of membership shall be three (3) years. Term
limitations will be staggered to ensure only a portion of membership expire in a given year.
Section 3 —Attendance Requirements; Vacancy: All WCWDB members are required to attend
WCWDB meetings regularly. Any WCWDB member who misses three (3) consecutive WCWDB meetings
or a total of four (4) regular WCWDB meetings during a one (1) year calendar period, is subject to
dismissal from membership by the Board of County Commissioners. In the event of a vacancy of a
member position, ESWC will work with the BOCC on behalf of the WCWDB to fill the vacancy. The
vacancy shall be filled by the Board of County Commissioners pursuant to the requirements set forth in
these Bylaws.
Section 4 — Conflict of Interest: No member of the WCWDB may cast a vote on any matter
which would involve a conflict of interest or have the appearance of a conflict of interest. A conflict of
interest or appearance of a conflict of interest could be inferred if a member was to vote or participate
in any decision by the WCWDB regarding a provision of services provided by such member, or any
organization or business which that member directly represents, or on any matter which would provide
direct financial benefit to that member or a business that member directly represents. "Conflict of
interest" shall be defined as stated in the Colorado Code of Ethics, CRS §§24-18-101, ET. SEQ or Section
16-9 of the Weld County Home Rule Charter. Additionally, "Business conflict of interest" is defined as
any ownership of the business, receiving any gross income during the previous or current year from the
business, ownership in real property relating to the business valued at $10,000 or more. "Organization
conflict of interest" is defined as being an organization's: employee; member of the board of directors
(or other governing body); a creditor in excess of $10,000; or an equity owner.
ARTICLE IV — BOARD FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
It shall be the responsibility of the WCWDB to provide program oversight and policy guidance to
all federal and state funded workforce development programs under its jurisdiction established by law
or under the discretion of the Board of Commissioners of Weld County, as well as to plan, oversee and
coordinate the implementation of programs and services of the Division of Humans Services'
Employment Services of Weld County. Employment Services of Weld County (ESWC) is considered to be
a "Workforce Center" due to the integration of several federal and state funded programs under a single
delivery system. More specifically, the responsibilities of the WCWDB shall include:
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A. Develop Local Plan — In partnership with the Weld County Commissioners, develop
comprehensive four (4) year local and regional plans to implement the Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
B. Conduct workforce research and regional labor market analysis to identify the economic
conditions, the knowledge and skills needed for employment in the region, and an analysis
of the available workforce to assist in the development of the regional/local area plan.
C. Convene, broker, and leverage with local workforce development system partners and
stakeholders to assist in developing the local plan and in identifying non-federal expertise
and resources to leverage support for workforce development activities.
D. Lead efforts to engage with a diverse range of employers and entities in the region to
promote business representation; to develop effective linkages with employers to support
utilization of the workforce system; to ensure that workforce investment activities meet the
needs of employers and support economic growth in the region; and to implement proven
or promising strategies for meeting the employment and skill needs of workers and of
employers (such as establishment of industry/sector partnerships).
E. In partnership with the Weld County Commissioners, provide oversight of programs to
include ensuring appropriate use and management of program funds for activities and
maximize performance outcomes, and develop Memorandum of Understanding (MOU's)
with required one -stop partners.
F. In partnership with the Weld County Commissioners and the Governor, negotiate local
performance accountability measures as described by WIOA.
G. Designate and/or Certify the one -stop operators through utilization of the Weld County
Procurement Process. The competitive process will be completed by July 1, 2017 and the
WDB will recertify every three years baring any major changes.
H. Identify eligible providers of training services in the local area.
I. Conduct oversight for local youth workforce investment activities, including identifying
eligible providers of youth program elements in the local area by awarding grants or
contracts on a competitive basis utilizing the Weld County Procurement Process.
J. Develop a budget (with the grant recipient) for the activities in the local area, consistent
with the local plan and duties of the local board.
K. Work with representatives of secondary and post -secondary education programs, in the
local area to develop and implement career pathways within the area.
L. Lead efforts in the local area to identify, promote, and disseminate proven and promising
strategies and initiatives to meet the needs of employers and workers with disabilities.
M. Develop strategies for using technology to maximize the accessibility and effectiveness of
the local workforce development system for employers, workers, and jobseekers.
N. Coordinate activities with education and training providers in the local area, including
workforce, adult education and literacy, career and technical education, and Vocational
Rehabilitation activities. Specifically, this includes reviewing applications to provide adult
and literacy activities under Title II for the local area to determine whether applications are
consistent with the local plan, and implementing cooperative agreements and/or
Memorandums of Understanding with Vocational Rehabilitation agencies to enhance
provision of services to individuals with disabilities.
O. Annually assess the physical and programmatic accessibility of all of the one -stop centers in
the local area in accordance with section 188 of WIOA for individuals with disabilities.
ARTICLE V — OFFICERS AND MEETINGS
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Section 1- Election of Chair: The WCWDB shall elect from its members a Chair, who shall be
representative of business and industry; however, may not elect a sole proprietor as the Chair. The
Chair shall serve a one (1) year term beginning in January.
Section 2 — Election of Vice -Chair: The Vice -Chair shall be elected from the WCWDB
Membership. The Vice Chair shall preside and perform the duties of the Chair in the Chair's absence,
and shall perform all duties that may be assigned by the Chair.
Section 3 — Meetings: Regular meetings shall be monthly or as determined by the WCWDB,
unless there is no business to transact. The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the WCWDB and may
call special meetings when needed. Notice to the members of special meetings shall be provided at
least 48 hours before the meeting. Special meetings may also be called by one-third (1/3) of the
WCWDB membership. The time and place of the WCWDB meetings shall be open and accessible to the
general public in accordance with the Colorado Open Meeting Law, CRS §§ 24-6-401 et seq. Further, the
meetings shall be made available via phone conferencing and/or Web based meetings, when possible.
The WCWDB shall make available to the public through electronic means and open meetings
information regarding the:
• WC Local Plan
• WDB Membership
• Selection and certification of one stop operators
• Awards of grants/contracts to eligible providers of youth workforce development activities
• Minutes of formal meetings of the WCWDB.
Section 4 — Quorum: A meeting shall be deemed formed when more than half (1/2) of the
constituted voting membership is present and the majority are representative of private business.
Section 5 — Voting: A majority vote of the members of quorum shall be considered a favorable vote
upon all motions or resolutions considered by the WCWDB. All required Board members have voting
privilege. The Board of County Commissioners may convey voting privileges to non -required members.
Additionally, members may assign a designee through use of a written proxy when unable to attend
meetings.
Section 6 — Executive Committee: An Executive Committee shall be comprised of the Chair and
Committee Chairs. Committee chairs shall be appointed from the private sector business members. The
Chair can appoint any other members from the general membership to serve on the Executive
Committee. The Executive Committee shall have the authority to act on matters between regular
WCWDB meetings, but only on those items which cannot wait for full board meeting and those actions
must be ratified at the subsequent general WCWDB meeting.
Section 7 —Committees, Task Forces, and Technical Advisory Teams: The WCWDB may appoint
committees, any additional task forces, and technical advisory teams, as deemed necessary. The
committees shall be:
• Chaired by a member of the WCWDB;
• May include other members of the WCWDB; and
• May include additional community members and/or individuals who provide experience and
expertise in affiliated subject area.
The WCWDB has three standing committees:
• Partner Committee
• Awareness Committee
• Youth Committee
Section 8 — Robert's Rules of Order: Robert's Rules of Orders as Revised shall govern the
conduct of the WCWDB meetings.
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ARTICLE VI — AMENDMENT OF BYLAWS
These Bylaws may be amended subject to approval of the Board of Commissioners of Weld County
at a regular or special meeting of the WCWDB, provided that any proposed amendment to the Bylaws
has been reviewed by the WCWDB members at a previous meeting. Amendment of the Bylaws shall
require an affirmative vote of 50% plus one (1) of the presently constituted WCWDB voting
membership.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have duly executed the Agreement as of the day, month, and
year first above written.
WELD COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
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Dave Thompson, Chair
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