Recommendation Concerning the CareerSource Escarosa Designation as a Direct Provider - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director
That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the CareerSource Escarosa request to become designated as a Direct Provider of Workforce Services. This designation will align CareerSource Escarosa with Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) regulations and allow continued functions in a manner which best serves the clients and the region's employers.
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Final Guidance FG OSPS-83, outlined in their memorandum dated November 18, 2013, describes the process for Designation as One-Stop Operator or Direct Provider of Workforce Services which requires CareerSource Escarosa to obtain this designation.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
N/A
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The County Attorney's Office has reviewed and approved the agreement as to the form and legal sufficiency.
PERSONNEL:
N/A
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
CareerSource Escarosa must have approval from the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CareerSource Escarosa has coordinated with the Department of Neighborhood & Human Services in submission of this request.