Recommendation Concerning the CareerSource Escarosa Budget for Program Fiscal Year 2016-2017 - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director
That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Budget for Workforce Escarosa, Inc., dba CareerSource Escarosa, in the amount of $6,438,823.
BACKGROUND:
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) was signed into law in July 2014 by President Obama as a measure to provide renewed commitment to workforce development and is designed to increase opportunities, decrease barriers to employment, and invest in education and career preparation. One primary focus is on the economic growth in the US to enhance global competitiveness as a country.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
N/A
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The County Attorney's Office has reviewed and approved as to the form and legal sufficiency.
PERSONNEL:
N/A
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
The CareerSource Escarosa Budget Fiscal Year 2016-2017 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.