Workforce Investment Board...2014/08/13 · Workforce Investment Board Local Workforce Investment...

Workforce Investment Board Local Workforce Investment Area 5

Full Board Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 7:30 A.M.

Painters District Council # 30 1905 Sequoia Drive / Aurora, IL 60542

Meeting Agenda

I. Call to Order: A. Attendance

II. Approval of Meeting Minutes: (Attachment)A. June 11, 2014

III. Program Updates:A. WIA Financial Reports (Attachments)

1. WIA 13 Budget-Expenditure Summary Report2. Accelerated Training for Illinois Manufacturing (ATIM) Grant Expenditure Report3. Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Grant Expenditure Report4. Rapid Response Grant Expenditure Report

B. WIA Fourth Quarter & Year End Program Performance Reporting: 1. Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth and Special Grants (Attachments)

IV. New Business:A. Action Item: Authorization to Negotiate Contract Extensions for Program Year 2014 Youth

Providers (Attachment) B. Action Item: Authorization to Issue Letters of Support on Behalf of WIBC. Action Item: New Training Provider Programs (Attachment)D. Form a Nominating Committee for WIB Officers

V. Informational Items:A. DCEO Monitoring Results (Attachment)B. Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (Attachment)

VI. Executive Session (if needed)

VII. Adjournment – Next Full Board meeting is November 12, 2014.

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LWIA 5 Workforce Investment BoardBoard of Directors Meeting June 11, 2014 at 7:30 A.M.

Painters District Council No. 30 Board Room/1905 Sequoia Drive/Aurora, IL BOARD MEMBERS

Member Name/Proxy Present Absent Member Name/Proxy Present Absent Anderson, Ryan P Koukol, Dan P Bata, Katie A Lopez, Vanessa A Baum, Mark P Mehochko, Christopher P Beykirch, Chris A Milano, Mike P Borders, Jack P Norris, Lesa P Borek, Paul P Pilmer, Jim P Choice, Dr. Tom /Kantner, Joanne P Pollock, Brian P Evans, Gary P Sam, Dr. David/Hauca, Anne A Ford, Ronald A Schoenholtz, Bette/Schrodel, Bonnie P Gillespie, Theodia P Schoppe, Mike A Hawks, Dick P Seibert, Charlie P Healy, Richard A Slayton, Brian A Henning, Joseph P Tredup, Shane A Howard, Andre P Wetzel, Sylvia P Johnson, Brian P Wright, Mary A Kazanova, Gloria A Zirk, Rick P Klaisner, Dr. Mark P

COUNTY BOARD CHAIRS Metzger, Jeffrey A Shaw, John A Lauzen, Chris P

STAFF Berger, Scott P Knapp, Ginger P Gonzalez, Maria P Thompson, Renee P

I. Call to Order A. Dick Hawks called the meeting to order at 7:35 A.M. A quorum was achieved.

II. Approval of Minutes–Board members reviewed the minutes presented for the April 9, 2014 meeting. Koukol motioned to approve the meetingminutes and Anderson seconded. The motion passed.

III. New BusinessA. Action Item: Acceptance of the Program Year 2014 formula allocation for WIA Title 1 Adult, Dislocated Worker and

Youth activities in the amount of $5,777,074 from the IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and approval of the annual service plan modification and grant budget as recommended by the Executive Committee. – Scott Berger provided an overview of the 2014 annual plan. Scott explained the allocation is formula driven based on census data. The five year funding average is 5.4 million. Renee Thompson explained the service plan is the mechanism used to accept funding. A narrative is submitted which defines the services provided and is updated annually to define the new system priorities. This plan year’s priorities are:

1) Implementation of the LWA 5 WIB consortium staffing model;2) Creation of a business service team;3) DeKalb County Adult and Dislocated Worker service procurement through the RFP process for Program

Year 2015;4) Rebranding and re-organization of Kane County Department of Employment and Education; and5) Kane County office consolidation and creation of a single employment driven workNet one-stop center.

Maria Gonzalez explaining the supporting grant budget details the total available funds for Program Year 2014 and includes the 20% maximum carry-in funding from Program Year 2013 along with the released formula allocation which in total provides approximately $7 million to the local area. The spending plan obligates 80% of the available funds; leaving 20% to be carried-into Program Year 2015 to ensure the continuation of services during another 2

anticipated first quarter spending limitation. Renee Thompson reviewed the project expenditure detail by function/location. The Workforce Investment Board investment is projected at $27,500 which includes conference fees, travel and the Metro Chicago membership. The investment to manage the program (WIB support and WIA Oversight by Kane County) is $737,079. The investment to provide client services for Kane County is $3,248,419. This includes staff salary and fringe benefits, operational costs and contracts for business and youth services. The benchmarks for adults and dislocated workers funding includes:

• Universal services for 21,000 job seekers;• 645 program enrollments;• Supportive Services for 74 clients;• Training Investments – 347 ITAs issued / 6 clients enrolled in OJT / 1 Incumbent Worker project; and• 300 clients entering employment;

The benchmarks for youth services include: • 280 program enrollments;• 95 youth training investments;• 92 youth enrolled in paid work experience;• 60 youth receiving a GED or High School diploma; and• 178 youth entered in employment or education;

The investment in Kendall County is projected at $727,510. This includes staff salary and fringe benefits, operation costs and contracts for business and youth services. The benchmarks for adult and dislocated worker service include:

• Universal services for 600 job seekers;• 95 program enrollments;• 7 clients receiving supportive services;• Training investments – 30 ITAs issued / 2 clients enrolled in OJT / 1 Incumbent Worker project; and• 43 clients entering employment;

The benchmarks for youth services include: • 89 program enrollments;• 7 enrolled in paid work experience;• 20 youth receiving a GED or High School diploma; and• 26 youth entered in employment or education;

The investment in DeKalb County is projected at $1,051,616. This includes the operational costs and contracts for First Institute Training and Management and Kishwaukee College to provide services at the DeKalb workNet Center. The benchmarks for adult and dislocated worker services include:

• Universal services for 4,800 job seekers;• 375 program enrollments;• 17 clients receiving supportive services;• Training investments – 96 ITAs issued / 2 clients enrolled in OJT / 1 Incumbent Worker project; and• 175 clients entering employment;

The benchmarks for youth services include: • 60 program enrollments;• 45 training investments;• 13 youth receiving a GED or High School diploma; and• 46 youth entered in employment or education

Following the presentation Dan Koukol motioned to discuss the action item. Chris Mehochko seconded. The motion carried. Sylvia Wetzel requested details of the Incumbent Worker Projects. Renee explained there were no current projects; the budget reflected future projects to be determined. Sylvia also asked about the strategy for employer awareness of these opportunities. Renee said they are working with Economic Developers and Community Colleges. Brian Pollock stated he was glad to see OJT dollars in the budget. Renee reminded everyone the OJT dollars in this budget are in addition to the OJT dollars in the other grants. Mike Milano asked how the dollars were distributed between the counties. Renee responded it was based on historical data. Charlie Seibert motioned to accept the Program Year 2014 formula allocation for WIA Title 1 Adult, Dislocated Worker and Youth activities in the amount of $5,777,074 from the IL DCEO and approve the annual service plan modification and grant budget. Rick Zirk seconded the motion. The motion passed by roll call vote.

B. Action Item: Authorize one-year contract extensions for the DeKalb County Adult and Dislocated Worker Service Providers (First Institute Training and Management and Kishwaukee College) as recommended by the Executive Committee. – Renee Thompson explained the affiliate workNet site located in DeKalb is staffed by First Institute Training and Management and Kishwaukee College. This action item authorizes contract extensions for both providers. First Institute would be contracted for $590,669.03 for operating costs, support services and training activities. This is a $61,714.03 increase over the contract for PY 2013. Their deliverables would include: 3

• Enrolling 375 participants with Intensive Job Search Assistance;• Providing 96 participants with ITAs;• Providing 17 participants with support services; and• Placing 175 participants into self-sufficient employment.

Kishwaukee College would be issued a contract for $76,362 for operating costs. This is an increase of $1,325 over their PY 13 contract. Their deliverables would include:

• Delivering universal services to 4,800 job seekers in the Career Resource Center;• Facilitating monthly job club sessions for 300 job seekers;• Facilitating monthly resume workshops for 150 job seekers;• Delivering computer literacy workshops for 120 job seekers; and• Delivering job readiness workshops for 160 job seekers.

Jim Pilmer motioned to discuss the action item; Sylvia Wetzel seconded; the motion passed. Renee stated the two increases allotted were reasonable based on the funding availability. Renee also noted that Kishwaukee College is expanding their offerings to other locations. Charlie Seibert motioned to authorize the one-year contract extensions for the DeKalb County Adult and Dislocated Workers Service Providers; First Institute Training and Management in the amount of $590,669.03 and Kishwaukee College in the amount of $76,362.00. Jim Pilmer seconded the motion. The motion passed. Dr. Choice abstained.

IV. Program Updates:A. DOL Monitoring; Summary of exit conference with Federal Monitors and State of Illinois. – Scott Berger reported

that the Department of Labor completed a four day monitoring session. The DOL noted several technical issues and provided preliminary recommendations in the following areas:

1. DOL concurs two foundational documents are needed – an intergovernmental agreement betweenDeKalb, Kane and Kendall County Boards and a CEO-WIB agreement.

2. The DOL validated the consortium model as eligible under WIA. The DOL will work with the State of Illinoisto clarify certain policies regarding consortium partner roles/responsibilities to ensure full compliancewith the ACT. Staffing functions for each partner must be clearly delineated within the consortiumagreement which must contain safeguards regarding conflict of interest among the partners.

3. The DOL noted the RVWIB 501(c) 3 legal status is not required under the Act and that it does not serve apurpose. The DOL stated WIA funds cannot be used to support the 501(c) 3 activities and reference to thenon-profit should be removed from the local plan and various policies.

Scott stated the DOL has offered technical assistance to our area to address these items. A formal report is expected this August. John Barr from the DCEO stated that this monitoring is standard practice of the DOL as every few years a state is chosen to be monitored. Two other WIBS were monitored also with similar recommendations. John stated not to be alarmed by the number of findings in the upcoming report. The reports are very detailed and there is nothing of major concern. Chairman Lauzen thanked the team and the state of Illinois for their efforts during the monitoring. Bette Schoenholtz raised concern regarding the elimination of the 501 (c) 3 in regards to being able to receive other grants. Scott stated it may impact the ability to receive private dollars. Chairman Lauzen stated we are trying to simplify and streamline. He asked for board members to step forward in the next two weeks to volunteer to lead an effort to locate these types of grants. Jim Pilmer stated many of our partner organizations already have 501(c) 3 statuses and could accept funds. Sylvia Wetzel questioned if we have the resources to accept further funding. Rick Zirk stated retaining the 501 (c) 3 will survive only if a board member volunteers to lead this effort. Dick Hawks volunteered to contact the Dunham Fund.

B. WIA Financial Reports – Maria Gonzalez reviewed the WIA Financial Reports 1. WIA 13 Budget-Expenditure Summary Report – 35% of the adult stream is expended and 41% of the

dislocated worker stream. Maria stated the 80% obligation requirement will be satisfied for all fundingstreams and the 40% direct training requirement will be satisfied for adult and dislocated worker fundingstreams as of June 30, 2014. Weekly updates and communication occur with program staff to ensure thedollars are being expended.

2. Accelerated Training for Illinois Manufacturing (ATIM) Grant Expenditure Report – The ATIM Grant is 35%expended through April 2014.

3. Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Grant Expenditure Report - The budget has increased by $12,000 dueto the quarterly allotment by the state and the grant is 75% expended.

4. Rapid Response Grant Expenditure Report – This is an OJT Grant. It is 2% expended.C. WIA Third Quarter Program Performance Reporting

1. Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth & Special Grants – Renee Thompson provided an overview of the thirdquarter performance metrics. Renee highlighted the ATIM Grant which now has 31 enrolled. She alsomentioned the career internship youth program with Business & Career Services (BCS). They have

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completed two successful cohorts and are organizing another one in Elgin and one in Aurora. John Barr commented the state is moving towards more work-based training.

D. New Training Provider Programs and Recertified Programs approved by the Executive Committee – Ginger Knapp reported the Executive Committee met on May 28th and approved 9 new programs. Seven of programs are from Waubonsee Community College and include:

1. Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associates Degree in Applied Science2. Automation Technology Associate Degree in Applied Science3. Automation Technology Certificate Program4. CNC Operator Certificate Program5. CNC Programmer Certificate Program6. Machine Operator Certificate Program7. Manual Machinist Certificate Program

Two of the programs are from Northern Illinois University and include: 8. Graduate Certificate in Public Health9. Graduate Certificate in Geographical Information Analysis

Additionally, all approved training providers in the local area must have their individual programs recertified annually. The Executive Committee approved the recertification of the following schools programs:

1. Aurora University2. Judson University3. Northern Illinois University4. J´Reneé Career Facilitation, Inc.

A listing of the recertified programs was included in the board’s packet. V. Executive Session – not needed

VI. Adjournment – The meeting adjourned at 8:55 A.M.

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BudgetExpenditures through

06/30/14Balance % of budget spent

1000 SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS 322,246.00$ 190,280.99$ 131,965.01$ 59%

1010 OTHER ADMIN 211,007.00 26,525.57 184,481.43 13%

TOTAL ADMIN: 533,253.00$ 216,806.56$ 316,446.44$

2000 YOUTH-I/S SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS 87,517.00$ 31,860.07$ 55,656.93$ 36%

2010 YOUTH-I/S OTHER PROGRAM CO 421,091.00 315,689.86 105,401.14 75%

TOTAL YOUTH-IN SCHOOL: 508,608.00$ 347,549.93$ 161,058.07$

2100 YOUTH-O/S SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS 85,212.00$ 79,319.77$ 5,892.23$ 93%

2110 YOUTH-O/S OTHER PROGRAM CO 1,022,319.00 769,373.59 252,945.41 75%

TOTAL YOUTH-OUT OF SCHOOL: 1,107,531.00$ 848,693.36$ 258,837.64$

3000 ADULT - SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS 583,032.00$ 178,113.88$ 404,918.12$ 31%

3010 ADULT - OTHER PROGRAM COST 246,171.00 187,882.75 58,288.25 76%

3020 ADULT - DIRECT TRAINING 592,513.00 502,530.02 89,982.98 85%

TOTAL ADULT: 1,421,716.00$ 868,526.65$ 553,189.35$

4000 DISLOCATED WRK - SALARY/FRINGE BENEFITS 742,063.00$ 337,666.49$ 404,396.51$ 46%

4010 DISLOCATED WRK - OTHER PRO 250,788.00 130,941.13 119,846.87 52%

4020 DISLOCATED WRK - DIRECT TRAINING 755,567.00 668,516.60 87,050.40 88%

4030 DISLOCATED WRK - INCUMBENT 13,009.00 - 13,009.00 0%

TOTAL DW: 1,761,427.00$ 1,137,124.22$ 624,302.78$

GRAND TOTAL: 5,332,535.00$ 3,418,700.72$ 1,913,834.28$

FUNDING STREAM BUDGET

TOTAL FUNDS

OBLIGATED through

6/30/14

TOTAL OBLIGATION %

at 6/30/14

TOTAL DIRECT

TRAINING % as of June

2014

Administration 533,253$ 276,816$ 52%

Youth 1,616,139$ 1,349,609$ 84%

Adult 1,421,716$ 1,142,966$ 80% 41%

Dislocated Worker 1,761,427$ 1,502,391$ 85% 50%

Totals 5,332,535$ 4,271,782$

WIA 13 Budget-Expenditure Summary ReportPrepared by Kane County

Grant 64% expended as of 06/30/2014. Grant must be fully expended by 6/30/2015.

The 80% obligation requirement has been satisfied for all funding streams and the 40% direct training requirement has been satisfied

for adult and dislocated worker funding streams as of June 30, 2014. These are the two benchmarks that are required to be met

within the first year of the 2 year WIA grant.

FINANCIAL BENCHMARKS

Grant Year-Number: 13-681005 Report Period: 07/01/2013 through 06/30/2014

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GRS CategoryAccount

NumberAccount Description

Expenditures

through June

2014

Accrual

through

June 2014

Total

Expenditures

Fund 480 - Department 98113 - WIA 13

Sub-Department 98100 - AdministrationSalary and Fringe 40000 Salaries and Wages 130,488.99 .00 130,488.99 Subtotals:

Salary and Fringe 45390 Fringe 54,716.00 .00 54,716.00 Salary and Fringe 190,280.99$

Other Admin 50340 Software Licensing Cost 2,057.50 .00 2,057.50 Other Admin 26,525.57$

Other Admin 50590 Professional Services 5,974.16 .00 5,974.16 216,806.56$ TRUE

Salary and Fringe 50600 Temporary Help 5,076.00 .00 5,076.00

Other Admin 52180 Building Space Rental 1,482.87 .00 1,482.87

Other Admin 52190 Equipment Rental .00 .00 .00

Other Admin 53000 Liability Insurance 1,325.00 .00 1,325.00

Other Admin 53020 Unemployment Claims 16.82 .00 16.82

Other Admin 53040 General Advertising .00 .00 .00

Other Admin 53070 Legal Printing 93.23 .00 93.23

Other Admin 53100 Conferences and Meetings 219.10 .00 219.10

Other Admin 53120 Employee Mileage Expense 5,103.59 .00 5,103.59

Other Admin 53130 General Association Dues .00 .00 .00

Other Admin 60000 Office Supplies 972.17 .00 972.17

Other Admin 60040 Postage .61 .00 .61

Other Admin 60050 Books and Subscriptions 8,333.33 .00 8,333.33

Other Admin 60490 Equipment<$1000 13.16 .00 13.16

Other Admin 64000 Telephone 99.95 .00 99.95

Other Admin 64020 Internet .00 .00 .00

Other Admin Admin Other .00 834.08 834.08

Administration Expense Totals $215,972.48 $834.08 $216,806.56

Sub-Department 98200 - Youth In SchoolSalary and Fringe 40000 Salaries and Wages 22,981.87 .00 22,981.87 Subtotals:


Other Program Cost 50590 Professional Services 1.10 .00 1.10 Other Program Cost 315,689.86$

Other Program Cost 52110 Repairs and Maint - Buildings 4.26 .00 4.26 347,549.93$ TRUE

Other Program Cost 52180 Building Space Rental 1,408.97 .00 1,408.97

Other Program Cost 52190 Equipment Rental .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 53020 Unemployment Claims .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 53070 Legal Printing 6.50 .00 6.50

Other Program Cost 53130 General Association Dues 15.99 .00 15.99

Other Program Cost 55000Miscellaneous Contractual

Exp237,703.30 75,601.31 313,304.61

Other Program Cost 55000 Office Supplies 157.02 .00 157.02

Other Program Cost 55060 Youth ITA .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 60040 Postage 45.55 .00 45.55

Other Program Cost 60050 Books and Subscriptions 456.92 .00 456.92

Other Program Cost 60490 Equipment<$1000 .55 .00 .55

Other Program Cost 60510 Grant Supplies .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 64000 Telephone (.57) .00 (.57)

Other Program Cost 64020 Internet 70.92 .00 70.92

Other Program Cost 64020 Other .00 218.04 218.04

Youth In School Expense Totals $271,730.58 $75,819.35 $347,549.93

Sub-Department 98250 - Youth Out School Subtotals:

Salary and Fringe 40000 Salaries and Wages 58,993.43 .00 58,993.43 Salary and Fringe 79,319.77$

Salary and Fringe 45390 Fringe 20,326.34 .00 20,326.34 Other Program Cost 769,373.59$

Other Program Cost 50590 Professional Services 1.79 .00 1.79 848,693.36$ TRUE

Other Program Cost 52110 Repairs and Maint - Buildings 10.05 .00 10.05







Exp433,685.54 255,810.72 689,496.26

Other Program Cost 55060 Youth ITA 73,144.48 .00 73,144.48

Other Program Cost 60000 Office Supplies 369.64 .00 369.64


Other Program Cost 60050 Books and Subscriptions 2,178.78 .00 2,178.78

Other Program Cost 60490 Equipment<$1000 .91 .00 .91

Other Program Cost 60510 Grant Supplies .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 64000 Telephone (.08) .00 (.08)

Other Program Cost 64020 Internet 146.52 .00 146.52

Other Program Cost Other .00 357.24 357.24

Youth Out School Expense Totals $592,525.40 $256,167.96 $848,693.36

Sub-Department 98300 - AdultSalary and Fringe 40000 Salaries and Wages 126,375.50 .00 126,375.50 Subtotals:


Other Program Cost 40340 Software Licensing Cost 2,750.00 .00 2,750.00 Direct Training 502,530.02$

Other Program Cost 50590 Professional Services 1,154.83 .00 1,154.83 Other Program Cost 187,882.75$

Other Program Cost 52010 Janitorial Services 3,415.42 .00 3,415.42 868,526.65$ TRUE

WIA 13 Expenditure Detail ReportGrant Year-Number: 13-681005

Report Period: 07/01/2013 through 06/30/2014

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GRS CategoryAccount

NumberAccount Description

Expenditures

through June

2014

Accrual

through

June 2014

Total

Expenditures

WIA 13 Expenditure Detail ReportGrant Year-Number: 13-681005

Report Period: 07/01/2013 through 06/30/2014








Exp105,812.15 24,397.36 130,209.51

Other Program Cost 60000 Office Supplies 3,476.33 .00 3,476.33



Other Program Cost 60490 Equipment <$1000 387.17 .00 387.17

Other Program Cost 60500 Equipment>$1000 .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 63000 Utilities - Natural Gas 681.59 .00 681.59

Other Program Cost 63010 Utilities - Electric 2,733.59 .00 2,733.59

Other Program Cost 64000 Telephone 631.87 .00 631.87

Other Program Cost 64020 Internet 3,365.91 .00 3,365.91

Direct Training 82015 DT ITA 442,617.33 13,984.35 456,601.68

Direct Training 82040DT OJT (On the Job

Training)16,687.84 5,200.00 21,887.84

Other Program Cost 82070 NT Transportation .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 82080 NT Supportive Services 1,070.02 .00 1,070.02

Direct Training 82100 SS Transportation Assistance 20,548.24 2,228.50 22,776.74

Direct Training 82160 SS Child Care 886.00 .00 886.00

Direct Training 82170 SS Other Supportive 377.76 .00 377.76

Other Program Cost Adult Other .00 3,961.67 3,961.67

Adult Expense Totals $818,754.77 $49,771.88 $868,526.65

Sub-Department 98400 - Dislocated WorkerSalary and Fringe 40000 Salaries and Wages 259,256.42 .00 259,256.42 Subtotals:Salary and Fringe 45390 Fringe 76,319.04 .00 76,319.04 Salary and Fringe 335,575.46$

Other Program Cost 50340 Software Licensing Cost 2,750.00 .00 2,750.00 Direct Training 668,516.60$

Other Program Cost 50590 Professional Services 2,091.03 .00 2,091.03 Other Program Cost 133,032.16$

Other Program Cost 52010 Janitorial Services 1,728.04 .00 1,728.04 1,137,124.22$ TRUE








Exp67,463.64 14,996.18 82,459.82

Other Program Cost 60000 Office Supplies 2,682.74 .00 2,682.74



Other Program Cost 60490 Equipment < $1000 427.08 .00 427.08

Other Program Cost 60500 Equipment>$1000 .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 63000 Utilities - Natural Gas 429.94 .00 429.94

Other Program Cost 63010 Utilities-Electric 1,471.78 .00 1,471.78

Other Program Cost 64000 Telephone 523.93 .00 523.93

Other Program Cost 64020 Internet 3,118.17 .00 3,118.17

Direct Training 82015 DT ITA 553,574.65 92,694.70 646,269.35

Direct Training 82040DT OJT (On the Job

Training)6,999.20 4,400.00 11,399.20

Other Program Cost 82070 NT Transportation .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 82080 NT Supportive Services .00 .00 .00

Other Program Cost 82090 NT Soft Skills .00 .00 .00

Direct Training 82100SS Transportation

Assistance8,007.54 1,978.99 9,986.53

Direct Training 82160 SS Child Care .00 .00 .00

Direct Training 82170 SS Other Supportive Services 861.52 .00 861.52

Other Program Cost DW Other .00 7,524.22 7,524.22

Dislocated Worker Expense Totals $1,015,530.13 $121,594.09 $1,137,124.22

Fund 480 - Department 98113 - WIA 13 Totals $2,914,513.36 $504,187.36 $3,418,700.72

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Kane County Department of Employment and Education

WIA Workforce Innovation Fund (ATIM) grant

08/01/13 - 05/31/15

Expenses through June 2014

Description Travel

Support

Services Training Other Costs Total

August-13 - - - - -

September-13 298.98 - - - 298.98

October-13 - - 764.34 - 764.34

November-13 87.59 - 969.18 450.00 1,506.77

December-13 - - 1,464.71 1,395.00 2,859.71

January-14 298.40 - 24,757.76 495.00 25,551.16

February-14 - - 53,665.88 - 53,665.88

March-14 - - 34,266.50 - 34,266.50

April-14 - - 4,290.63 90.00 4,380.63

May-14 85.12 - 11,062.99 45.00 11,193.11

June-14 - - 16,322.25 135.00 16,457.25

July-14 - - - - -

August-14 - - - - -

September-14 - - - - -

October-14 - - - - -

November-14 - - - - -

December-14 - - - - -

January-15 - - - - -

February-15 - - - - -

March-15 - - - - -

April-15 - - - - -

May-15 - - - - -

GRANT YEAR TOTAL 770.09 - 147,564.24 2,610.00 150,944.33

T T T T T

Accrual through June 30, 2014 - - 1,456.76 - 1,456.76

Obligations through June 30, 2014 - - 1,610.00 - 1,610.00

Subtotal actuals, accruals, and

obligations 770.09 - 150,631.00 2,610.00 154,011.09

Approved Budget Amount: 1,000.00 4,455.00 341,345.00 3,200.00 350,000.00

Available amount: 229.91$ 4,455.00$ 190,714.00$ 590.00$ 195,988.91$

Budget to Actual Variance: 77% 0% 44% 82% 44%

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Trade Adjustment Assistance/DCEO grant

Year 1 - 04/01/13 - 09/30/14


Description

Payment

Processing Training Total

April-13 -

May-13 -

June-13 -

July-13 -

August-13 -

September-13 140.39 140.39

October-13 949.63 949.63

November-13 545.01 545.01

December-13 13,790.85 13,790.85

January-14 57.70 582.24 639.94

February-14 269.23 396.04 665.27

March-14 25,636.34 25,636.34

April-14 40.19 6,482.71 6,522.90

May-14 5,001.30 2,220.58 7,221.88

June-14 500.85 5,333.83 5,834.68

July-14 -

August-14 -

September-14 -

GRANT YEAR TOTAL 7,504.30 54,442.59 61,946.89

T T T

Accruals through June 30, 2014 - 2,765.63 2,765.63

Subtotal actuals and accruals 7,504.30 57,208.22 64,712.52

Approved Budget Amount: 10,450.00 54,517.62 64,967.62

Available amount: 2,945.70$ (2,690.60)$ 255.10$

Budget to Actual Variance: 72% 105% 100%

***Budget has increased due to quarterly allotment by state

***There is an award pending, that will account for the training available balance.

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WIA Workforce Innovative Projects (RR) grant

Year 1 - 06/01/13 - 12/31/14


Description Salary & Fringe Contractual Training

Program

Overhead Total

June-13 -

July-13 -

August-13 -

September-13 -

October-13 -

November-13 -

December-13 -

January-14 -

February-14 768.14 768.14

March-14 1,573.78 4,420.00 5,993.78

April-14 2,348.87 2,348.87

May-14 1,623.65 1,623.65

June-14 1,711.29 1,711.29

July-14 -

August-14 -

September-14 -

October-14 -

November-14 -

December-14 -

GRANT YEAR TOTAL 8,025.73 - 4,420.00 - 12,445.73

T T T T T

Accruals through June 30, 2014 - - 8,652.00 - 8,652.00

Obligations through June 30, 2014 - 15,875.52 29,130.00 - 45,005.52

Subtotal actuals and accruals 8,025.73 15,875.52 42,202.00 - 66,103.25

Approved Budget Amount: 49,000.00 50,000.00 288,000.00 13,000.00 400,000.00

Available amount: 40,974.27$ 34,124.48$ 245,798.00$ 13,000.00$ 333,896.75$

Budget to Actual Variance: 16% 32% 15% 0% 17%

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Local Workforce Investment Area 05 Program Year 2013 Snapshot

July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014

Met all expenditure and obligation requirements of the formula funding allocation for Adult, Dislocated Worker and Youth; achieving the

required federal spending threshold requirement.

and

Met or exceeded all WIA performance standards required to remain in good standing with DCEO.

Adult and Dislocated Worker Service Highlights

30,000 visits were recorded by individuals accessing job search assistance in the Resource Centers located in Elgin, DeKalb, North

Aurora and Yorkville.

1184 individual Adult and Dislocated job seekers received staff-assisted services with 524 being new enrollees.

$1.2M invested in training through Individual Training Accounts (ITAs) supporting 514 individuals toward their occupational goals.

10 participants successfully placed in full-time employment through On-the-Job Training (OJT) with a total of $60,000 provided to the hiring

employers to help defray the cost of training.

589 WIA-assisted individuals gained employment.

Youth Service Highlights

369 youth participated in programming to prepare for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.

143 received occupational training with 88 credentials earned and training investments totaling $126,000.

88 participated in subsidized work experience receiving $130,000 in wages with an additional 32 youth participating as unpaid volunteers.

167 entered employment and 22 went on to Post-Secondary Education.

220 youth received tutoring assistance, 39 obtained GED or HS Diploma, and 93 raised Literacy/Numeracy grade levels.

Two successful program models launched during

Program Year 2013 focusing on rapidly

preparing individuals for high demand jobs in Manufacturing – one program designed for Adults & Dislocated

Workers and another tailored for Youth.

35 Active Participants

32 Enrolled in Training (CNC, Welding &

Maintenance)

20 Completed Training

19 Obtained Employment (13 in Manufacturing)

Manufacturing Careers Internship Program

3 Cohorts Launched

27 Youth enrolled

23 Completed Boot Camp

16 Internship Placements (6 pending placement)

8 Obtained Employment (5 in manufacturing)

3 Entered Post-Secondary Education (2 in manufacturing)

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Rosia – Youth Paving Career Path in Healthcare

Rosia joined the WIA-funded Waubonsee Youth Services Program in May of 2013 to obtain certification as a Nursing Assistant. Rosia’s short-term goal would afford her the opportunity to work and earn money to further her education toward RN. Following licensure as a CNA, Rosia obtained employment at Cadence Health working with the lab and providing customer service. Rosia continues her studies at WCC while working and will earn her Associates in Science Degree by end of Summer 2014, when she will officially apply for entry into the RN program.

Warren – Dislocated Worker Career Changer Warren applied for the ATIM Program in October 2013. With his experience in telecommunications and sales, working for various cell phone and electronics retailers, Warren was hoping to use his mechanical aptitude to transition into a career in manufacturing. Warren started the Industrial Maintenance Technician program at Joliet Junior College in January 2014 and successfully completed the 13 required credit hours with a MSSC and AWS credential. Warren began getting interviews right away, but was not landing any positions. Kane County intervened and notified him of an upcoming hiring event at Power Packaging in Geneva. After two interviews, Warren was happy to report that he began working second shift as a Maintenance Mechanic in July 2014; only one month after graduation.

William (US Army Veteran) – Dislocated Worker Re-Tools to Driving Success

William was one of the nearly 5,600 workers affected by the closing of the Chicago-area Dominick’s stores in late 2013. After 24 years of service as a Warehouseman, William found himself struggling to find employment after his lay-off and knew he needed to broaden his skill-set to become more marketable. With the assistance of his Case Manager and through his own extensive career research efforts, William pursued and successfully completed the Truck Driver Training Program through Kishwaukee College and obtained his Class A CDL license in June 2014. Days after completing his training, William’s resume was referred by Kane County to Producers Chemical in Sugar Grove for an open driver position. Since it had been 24+ years since his last job interview, William was very nervous and was provided assistance preparing for the interview. Within one week, the employer offered William the position and utilized OJT funding to train him on all the safety requirements necessary when transporting chemicals. William began his new position in June 2014 and has expressed excitement and gratitude for the assistance he received in starting his new career in the transportation industry.

Dylan – Dislocated Worker Overcomes Barriers to Employment

Dylan came to the DeKalb workNet Center in October 2013 to seek assistance with securing a full-time permanent job with an employer that would overlook his criminal background and take a chance on him as the reliable employee he knew he could be. His Case Manager was able to connect him with a local employer in DeKalb for a Welding position, but only in the event that he would receive basic training in Welding in order to pass the company's required assessment. Dylan completed the Welding Technology Program through First Institute Training & Management in March 2014. Shortly after, Dylan was unable to maintain his residence in DeKalb, and had to relocate an hour away to be with his family. Unwilling to give up on Dylan and his career goals, staff continued to assist him by assuring his Welding certification completion and placing him in an OJT position available through a local company, H.A. Phillips & Co. Dylan was also provided with WIA Supportive Services to assist him with uniform and transportation needs so that he was successful in retaining his employment. Dylan never gave up hope and had an amazing drive to return to DeKalb and work for a good company that would provide him and his family with self-sufficient wages and great benefits. He is so appreciative of everything everyone has done for him and he continues to thrive in his new employment.

David – Youth Developing Skills for Employment

David is a 20-year old youth willing to work, but had limited education and skills to offer. Frustrated with his job search, David joined the WIA-funded Youth Employment Program at the Grundy/Kendall ROE. David worked with the ROE staff to increase his reading and math skills to help with pre-employment testing. To develop a work skills set and build confidence, David was placed with the Oswego Family YMCA in a subsidized position and upon successful completion of the experience, was hired by the Y for full-time, unsubsidized work.

Program Year 2013 Success Stories

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WIA Adult and Dislocated Worker Services PY 2013 Program Updates through 6/30/2014

Universal Services – Any individual will have access to employment related services that are universal in nature – no eligibility criteria needs to be met. Services include information about job vacancies, career options, employment trends, instruction on conducting a job search and writing a resume and access to resources such as computers and internet.

workNet Resource Center User Snapshot July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Kane County 21,933 -27% Change Compared to Last Year DeKalb County 7,759 -30% Change Compared to Last Year Kendall County 552 +47% Change Compared to Last Year

Adults – Eligible adults must be age 18 or older and a lower-income individual (takes into account the last six months of earnings) with food stamp or TANF recipients being automatically eligible. Often the eligible adults have limited attachment to the labor force and may have significant barriers to obtaining employment.

WIA Adult Service Snapshot Kane DeKalb Kendall Totals

Participants Carried-In from PY12 176 122 34 332 New Enrollments 143 89 29 261

Total Adult Participants 319 211 63 593

Dislocated Workers – Is an individual that has been laid off and is eligible to collect unemployment insurance. The program targets individuals that are from a declining occupation or industry or have been unemployed for more than 26 weeks. Often these workers require re-training for rapid re-employment.

WIA Dislocated Worker Service Snapshot Kane DeKalb Kendall Totals

Participants Carried-In from PY12 209 75 44 328 New Enrollments 150 60 53 263

Total Dislocated Worker Participants 359 135 97 591

Adult and Dislocated Worker Distribution between Counties in LWIA 5

Kane County 57%

DeKalb County 29%

Kendall County

14%

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On the Job Training (OJT) reimburses the employer a percentage of a newly hired job seeker’s wage based on the extraordinary training required of a new hire. A skill gap assessment along with a customized training plan is completed for each individual hired through an OJT.

In PY 2013, ten (10) WIA job seekers were placed in full time/permanent employment using OJT with different local employers and earning an average wage of $15.88 per hour. Seven (7) employers have accessed $60,361 to train these individuals and 34 additional employers are actively partnering with Kane County to post their open positions.

Individual Training Account (ITA) is the mechanism to fund tuition, fees and books for WIA participants enrolled in an occupational training program that leads to a credential/certification in a demand occupation. Typically the training programs are less than two years in length at a Community College or a specialized proprietary vendor.

ITA Funded Training NEW Training

ITAs Issued Total Number

in Training Successful

Completions Credential

Attainment Adult 123 242 91 78

Dislocated Worker 151 272 85 76 Totals 274 514 176 154

Top 5 WIA Funded Training Providers (NEW ITAs Awarded)

Training Vendor Number of Students

Micro Train Technologies 42 Star Truck Driving 38 Kishwaukee College 33 Waubonsee College 25 Elgin Community College 17

ITA Funded Training Attendance by Industry Sector

5

11

20

29

31

40

43

50

68

88

129

ESL

Fashion/Graphic/Interior/Landscape Design

Office Administration

Other

HVAC/Electronics/Automotive

Manufacturing

Accounting/Finance/Insurance/Human Resource

Business Administration and Project Management

Information Technology

Transportation/Warehousing/Logistics

Health Sciences and Healthcare

Top 5 WIA Funded Training Programs (NEW ITAs Awarded)

Program Number of Students

Truck Driving (CDL) 67 Project Management Professional 31 Registered Nurse & LPN 17 CNC Operator 13 Welding 7

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Performance Performance is measured annually and follows federal fiscal calendar – 10/1 to 9/30. With employment data typically based on data reports from the Illinois Department of Employment Security, preliminary performance outcomes become available in the Fall of the following year.

As noted in the chart below, all WIA performance standards were met or exceeded which allows the local workforce area to remain in good standing with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).

Year-to-Date Manager's Report (Preliminary Outcomes)

LWA: 05 - River Valley Workforce Investment Board

Overall Outcome: MEET Federal Fiscal Year: 2013 through Program Quarter: 4

Performance Measurement Negotiated

Goal 80%

Threshold Actual

Outcome

% of Negotiated

Goal

% of Threshold

Goal Status

Adult Entered Employment Rate (AEER) : 75.0% 60.0% 65.52% 87.36% 109.2% MEET Adult Employment Retention Rate (ARR) : 87.0% 69.6% 78.59% 90.33% 112.92% MEET

Adult Average Earnings Rate (AAE) : $14,000.00 $11,200.00 $13,556.74 96.83% 121.04% MEET Adult Credential Attainment Rate (ACAR) : 0.0% 0.0% 70.5% 0.0% 0.0% N/A

DW Entered Employment Rate (DEER) : 85.0% 68.0% 84.12% 98.96% 123.71% MEET DW Employment Retention Rate (DRR) : 90.0% 72.0% 88.54% 98.38% 122.97% MEET

DW Average Earnings Rate (DAE) : $20,000.00 $16,000.00 $19,922.82 99.61% 124.52% MEET DW Credential Attainment Rate (DCAR) : 0.0% 0.0% 79.55% 0.0% 0.0% N/A

Common-Youth-Attain Degree or Certification (ADC) : 73.0% 58.4% 84.15% 115.27% 144.09% EXCEED Common-Youth-Placed in Employmnt/Eductn (PEER) : 75.0% 60.0% 84.51% 112.68% 140.85% EXCEED Common-Youth-Literacy and Numeracy Gains (LNG) : 66.0% 52.8% 76.92% 116.55% 145.68% EXCEED

Trade Entered Employment Rate (TEER) : 0.0% 0.0% 77.78% 0.0% 0.0% N/A Trade Employment Retention Rate (TRR) : 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% 0.0% 0.0% N/A

Trade Average Earnings (TAE) : $0.00 $0.00 $20,149.87 0.0% 0.0% N/A Trade Credential Attainment Rate (TCAR) : 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.00% 0.00% N/A

NEG Entered Employment Rate (NEER) : 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.00% 0.00% N/A NEG Employment Retention Rate (NRR) : 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.00% 0.00% N/A

NEG Average Earnings Rate (NAE) : $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00% 0.00% N/A

To further detail the entered employment percentage rate defined above, the attached Job Placement Report provides the number of individuals placed in employment during FFY13 along with comparison data for the previous four (4) federal fiscal cycles and a comparison to the bordering suburban collar counties.

With WIA performance data only representing individuals that have completed their program and/or training services thus exiting, the snapshot below represents employment attainment for the entire customer base even if they will remain active in the program into Program Year 2014.

Employment Snapshot (7/1/13 – 6/30/14) Kane DeKalb Kendall Totals

Adults 173 112 25 310 Dislocated Workers 156 79 44 279

Total Employment Outcomes 329 191 69 589

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Adult Dislocated Worker Youth Totals

Placed in Employment Placed in Employment Placed in Employment Placed in Employment

Kane/Kendall/DeKalb 133 233 138 504DuPage 54 268 117 439

Lake 115 247 174 536Will 65 148 29 242

McHenry 18 124 21 163



Kane/Kendall/DeKalb 235 474 142 851DuPage 71 368 70 509

Lake 95 244 142 481Will 47 139 74 260

McHenry 33 154 19 206



Kane/Kendall/DeKalb 124 295 193 612

DuPage 67 362 40 469

Lake 119 228 80 427

Will 97 237 60 394

McHenry 27 233 39 299



Kane/Kendall/DeKalb 271 399 115 785Lake 114 216 25 355

DuPage 36 180 39 255Will 67 145 42 254

McHenry 27 162 29 218


Placed in Employment Placed in EmploymentPlaced in Employment

(or Education)

Placed in Employment

(or Education)

Kane/Kendall/DeKalb 91 147 64 302

Lake 66 97 81 244

Du 82 73 172

Will 42 52 61 155

McHenry 14 71 15 100

2009

Job Placement ReportFederal Fiscal Years 2009-2013

Source: IWDS (Illinois Workforce Development System) Database

Federal Fiscal Year 2012 (10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012)

Federal Fiscal Year 2011(10/1/2010 - 9/30/2011)



2012

2011

2010


2013

Preliminary Outcomes

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WIA Youth Services Program Updates through 6/30/14

WIA youth programs are intended to provide age-appropriate services targeted to economically disadvantaged youth age 14-21 that face barriers to staying in-school or finding employment. Youth are classified in two categories, and WIA requires a minimum of 30% of the youth program funds to be expended on out of school youth programs and services.

• In School Youth – a youth enrolled in a high school or alternative high school program.• Out of School Youth – a youth who has graduated high school or has dropped out of high school.

Youth Participation Youth Breakdown

Youth services for Kane, Kendall and DeKalb communities are delivered through a network of service providers with oversight provided by Kane County. Youth engagement/participation is measured monthly with each provider to ensure enrollment/participation goals are achieved along with a full expenditure of funds by June 30th. With the 4th quarter marking the end of Program Year 2013, the overall enrollment level of 97% falls short of the year-end benchmark. While several Providers met or exceeded their enrollment goals, a few fell significantly short. Corrective action steps were requested and taken where possible, laying groundwork for improved performance in the coming year.

Youth in Occupational Training

Occupational Training Programs: • Engine/Mechanical Repair• Heating/Air/Refrigeration• Automated Industrial Technician• Basic Automotive Technology• OSHA certification• CNC Operations Specialist

• Welding/Welder Technologist• Computer Programming/Info

Systems• Office Assisting/Systems• Medical Office Assistant• Dental Assistant/Office Aide

• Basic Nurse Assistant• Pharmacy Technician• EMT Technician• Phlebotomy• Retailing

Youth in Paid Work Experience

Youth placed at 26 employers

360 380 400

383 369 As of

6/30/14 PY'13 Goal

0 100 200 300 400

In-SchoolOut-of-School

Total Youth

117 252

369

130 140 150

PY'13 Goal

As of 6/30/14136

143 24%

6%

70%

Mechanical/Manufacturing

Computer/Office/Retail

Medical/Healthcare

80 85 90 95 100

PY'13 Goal

As of 6/30/1497

88

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Individual Provider Service Detail

Business and Career Services, Inc. (New Program Launched in PY 2013)Service Area: Kane County PY 13 Contract Amount: $144,707 Provides 18 to 21 year-old youth an opportunity for career exploration in manufacturing through a 3-week boot camp and 200 hour paid internship. The internship provides mentoring, guidance, skills training and hands-on work experience needed to transition into a career or education in manufacturing. Three cycles of the program are planned with 3 student cohorts totaling 36 enrollments.

Planned Enrollment Current Youth Participating Remaining Enrollment Goal 36 27 9 – NOT MET

Three cohorts launched by end of 4th quarter – Cohort sizes were smaller than planned, impacting the number in paid internships and expenditures for student wages. Provider will be expected to make up the shortfall during the contract renewal period. 90% of planned participants obtained the OSHA certification and 50% of the Interns have obtained unsubsidized employment. The remaining interns are actively job searching.

Interested youth should contact Eddie Perez at [email protected] or 847.437.9538 for more details.

Elgin Community College Service Area: Northern Kane County PY’13 Contract Amount: $176,405 In-School youth will receive hands-on exposure in a sampling of career modules, enhance their academic skill levels, develop leadership and life skills, increase career awareness, improve computer skills, and obtain help finding employment. The Out-of-School youth will concentrate on career exploration, life skills, GED preparation, vocational training, job search skills, and employment assistance. Youth in need may participate in paid work experience to help transition into unsubsidized employment.

Planned Enrollment Current Youth Participating Remaining Enrollment Goal 40 40 0 - MET

Program met its enrollment goal and exceeded several performance indicators, including the planned number of students entering occupational training (130%). Program served a greater percentage of out-of-school youth, therefore, the number attaining HS Diploma was less than planned. The percentage of students entering employment exceeded the Provider’s plan (150%).

Interested youth should contact Jackie Espinoza at [email protected] or 847.214.6984.

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Grundy/Kendall ROE Service Area: Kendall County PY’13 Contract Amount: $142,425 Provides 16-21 year olds (in-school or out-of-school) with job search skills training, GED tutoring and assessment, academic remediation, subsidized work experience, assistance with FAFSA and financial aid, career counseling, and assistance with legal problems or court-ordered probation.

Planned Enrollment Current Youth Participating Remaining Enrollment Goal 47 37 10* - MET

100% of planned New enrollments (30) was achieved, however, the Planned Enrollment figure of 47 was over-stated as it included *10 participants originally planned to be carried into the program year, but later were closed from services and no longer in the Youth Participating number. The number of participants in Paid Work Experience exceeded the plan, and a greater than planned number of students entered unsubsidized employment (114%). HS Diploma and Literacy/Numeracy gains were in the 90+ percentile.

Interested youth should contact Mark Leigh at [email protected] or 630.553.4166.

Jewish Vocational Services Service Area: Kane County PY’13 Contract Amount: $182,810 Prepares in-school or out of school youth (with a focus on youth with disabilities) for current and future employment and career pathways. Program includes customized placement, academic support, paid and unpaid work experiences matched with the youth’s abilities, strengths & interests.


With staff turnover and medical leaves at JVS, the Provider struggled throughout the program year to identify sufficient numbers of eligible youth to meet planned enrollments. Subsequently, JVS has elected not to renew their contract with Kane County for PY’2014. Efforts were made to link all enrolled youth to resources to achieve their personal goals. Participants have been notified of JVS’s departure and provided Kane County staff contact information. To date 100% of the in-school youth (11) obtained a HS Diploma, 7 participated in Paid Work Experience and 14 obtained unsubsidized employment.

Organization contact Nanette Cohen at [email protected] or 847-412-4303

Kendall County Special Ed Cooperative Service Area: Kendall County PY’13 Contract Amount: $86,629 Provides individualized assistance to students identified within the local schools as having a disability in overcoming barriers to their successful transition to community competitive employment and/or vocational training in post secondary education. Comprehensive educational support, training, job coaching and employment services are provided.


Program met 100% of planned enrollments and participation. 100% of all participating youth have been placed in meaningful work experiences through unpaid or volunteer community work or have been hired directly by local employers. This is attributed to the intensive job coaching provided and the extended school year (summer) activity added this program year. A greater number of participants achieved their HS Diploma than originally planned (240%). Seven (7) plan to go on to post-secondary education.

Referrals are generated through cooperating schools within the KCSEC district. Contact Sharon Bergfeld at [email protected] or 630.553.5833, ext. 221 for additional information.

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Kishwaukee College Service Area: DeKalb County PY’13 Contract Amount: $230,844 Provides 16-21 year old out-of-school youth with opportunity to participate in occupational training that will assist them obtain employment. Career counseling, assessment, employment readiness training, and financial support for tuition and fees, textbooks and supplies will assist youth in choosing a meaningful career path. Students will be linked to unpaid job shadowing or work exploration opportunities. Youth lacking a high school diploma will be referred for GED classes and provided similar support in preparation for their educational and career path.


The final participation level met was 72%. Numbers planned for GED participation were not achieved (23%), partly due to changes in the GED testing process. Fewer than planned participated in Occupational Training (77%). During the contract period there were staffing shifts that may have briefly impacted focus. Corrective action included substantial outreach and recruitment across College departments and community engagement, with the plan for heavy enrollment in the Fall of 2014. The program has a good mix of male/female students with the broadest range of Occupational Training selected from healthcare, to basic automotive, welding, industrial automation, and office/retail/computer.

Interested youth should contact Lacretia Konan at [email protected] or 815.825.2086, ext. 5190.

Quad County Urban League Service Area: Kane County PY’13 Contract Amount: $257,096 Provides youth ages 14-21 who are in-school or out-of-school with subsidized summer or year-round employment opportunities as a means of career exploration. Participants will benefit from assistance with pre-employment preparation, job skills, workshops/speakers, college tours, and increased educational levels.


Substantial recruitment during 3rd quarter aided the UL in meeting their planned enrollments for the year. Seventy four percent (74%) of youth were placed in paid work experience and in-school youth were assisted in end of year graduation activities as well as college prep for those transitioning to Post Secondary Education.

Interested youth should contact David Williams at [email protected] or 630.851.2203.

Waubonsee Community College Service Area: Southern Kane/Kendall Counties PY’13 Contract Amount: $198,167 Provides out of school youth ages 16-21 with year-round guidance and support. The program helps youth with barriers to employment or education develop skills and credentials needed to successfully obtain and retain employment. The program promotes student learning and supports personal and career development, guiding students towards self-reliance and self sufficiency.

Planned Enrollment Current Youth Participating Remaining Enrollment Goal 71 90 Exceeded by 19

Program participation exceeded planned levels by 27%. Steady student progress seen in raising basic skill competencies leading to entrance into occupational training. Ninety percent (90%) of the WCC students entered Occupational Training – 100% in medical/healthcare with 56% in Basic Nurse training.

Interested youth should contact Alyson Gaspar at [email protected] or 630.966.4176. 21





ACTION ITEM DETAIL New Business

A. Action Item: Authorize the Negotiation of Contract Extensions for Program Year 2014 Youth Providers.

Background: Youth services are delivered through a network of seven (7) providers procured through an RFP bid process completed in June 2013. Contractors have delivered services for one 12-month contract cycle and contracts have been executed for 9-months utilizing Program Year 2014 funds, which requires three-month extensions for all providers to complete the full 12-month cycle.

Given the increase in the area’s annual youth funding, expansions to current programs can also be considered with each provider as well as additional services by seeking proposals for program launch next spring.

Recommendation: In order to maintain a continuity of service to youth participants across the three-county region, staff recommend that the contracts under which seven (7) providers currently operate be extended through June 30, 2014 and include possible expansion projects, with the budgets and performance metrics for each contract extension to be negotiated by staff and submitted to the WIB for consideration/acceptance.

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ACTION ITEM DETAIL New Business

C. Action Item: Approve New Training Programs and Provider Applications.

Background: All new training providers or new program submissions must meet a set of criterion to be eligible to receive WIA funding. These include being accredited by a post-secondary body or industry-recognized standard along with an anticipated outcome of employment in a demand occupation through attainment of an occupational skills certificate, degree or industry-recognized certification/licensure.

New Programs: Five (5) new programs were submitted for approval from existing eligible training providers: Elgin Community College, Judson University and Northern Illinois University. All the programs were reviewed individually and met the established criterion.

The programs are: 1) Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (Elgin Community College)2) Dining Room Operations VS (Elgin Community College)3) Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology (Judson University)4) Master of Business Administration (Judson University)5) Master of Science in Computer Science (Northern Illinois University)

New Provider & New Program: ETI School of Skilled Trades has submitted an application to certify their HVAC program since an enrolled WIA job seeker is looking to attend. ETI is located in LWIA 6 (DuPage) but they have declined certification citing they do not have a local need for this program. ETI has provided all requested documentation and has met the established criterion as a provider and a program.

Recommendation: Approve new programs and provider as presented.

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LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREA 5 WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD

New Training Program Applications from Elgin Community College:

Certification Title: Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Delivery Method: Classroom / 36 Actual Hours

Costs: Tuition: $799 / Books $170 / Assessments $623 = $1592

Course Description: The Medical Billing training program is designed to help students gain and correctly apply the knowledge and skills necessary to work as medical billers. Students are given a background in medical language and the healthcare field, including medical documentation and confidentiality. They also receive a brief overview of medical coding and the ICD-9/CPT coding billing system, as well as in-depth training in insurance reimbursement and patient collection. Included also are comprehensive billing practices along with understanding the explanation of benefits statements and completion of CMS-1500 forms for submitting to insurance companies and patients.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Billing, cost and rate clerk

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: Masters of Business Administration

Certification Title: Dining Room Operations VS

Delivery Method: Classroom / 33 Credit Hours

Costs: Tuition: $3762 / Fees $100 / Books $774 / Supplies $200 / Uniforms $100 = $4936

Course Description: The Vocational Specialist Certificate in restaurant operations prepares students for positions in the food and beverage industry outside the kitchen. Students learn the many aspects of running a large concern such as employee and customer relations, advertising & promotion, cost control and the legalities regarding inn keeping. Students also complete a sanitation class which qualified them to sit for the Illinois State Food Service Sanitation Certification Exam.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Food Service Manager

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: ECC Vocational Specialist Certificate in Dining Room Operations & State of Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certificate.

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New Training Program Applications from Judson University:

Degree Title: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology


Costs: Tuition: $22,800 / Books $1300 / Materials $100 / Supplies $275 = $24,475

Course Description: The Applied Psychology major will provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in psychology that can be applied to manage human behavior in a variety of occupational settings and field. The major also provides foundational knowledge for students hoping to pursue further graduate studies.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: Bachelors of Arts in Applied Psychology

Degree Title: Master of Business Administration


Costs: Tuition: $23,400 / Books $2700 / Materials $120 / Supplies $275 = $26,495

Course Description: Judson University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for working adults. If you are a professional interested in fast-tracking your career and becoming a leader in your field, this program is for you. Courses integrates finance, marketing and strategic leadership to give you the tools needed to solve real-world organizational problems. All courses are designed by professionals for professionals. This accelerated, 39 credit-hour program is cohort based and will expand your network of career-long contacts.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Business Teacher Postsecondary, First-line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers, Treasurers and Controllers

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: Masters of Business Administration

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New Training Program Application from Northern Illinois University:

Master of Science in Computer Science

Delivery Method: Classroom / 120 credit hours, including eligible transfer credit.

Costs: Tuition: $36,915 / Books: $5600 / Fees: $8124 / Tech Fees: 2,000 = $52,639.

Course Description: The degree consists of at least 10 graduate level courses and a comprehensive exam. The curriculum reflects a useful balance between theory and practice. Most of the courses involve substantial programming or design assignments. The theoretical and intellectual content provide a deep understanding of concepts and prepares students for self-learning once they have graduated. If you have a degree in a field other than computer science and are thinking about a degree in computer science – obtaining a master’s degree may be more advantageous than pursuing a second undergraduate degree. You can pursue this Master’s Degree even if you have no background in computer science.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Software Developers, Systems Software / Computer Systems Analysts.

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: M.S. in Computer Science

New Provider: ETI School of Skilled Trades

Certificate Title: ETI Certificate of Completion for HVAC

Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

IBHE Compliant: Yes

Delivery Method: Classroom / 906 Clock Hours / Day & Evening Schedules

Costs: Tuition & Fees: $14,138 / Books & Supplies $1,689 / = $15,827

Placement Services: Yes

Performance Results Met: Yes

Course Description: The program begins with an introduction to basic safety and construction math. The student will incrementally build a complete HVAC/R system in the lab. Modules include Sheet Metal, Conduit & Electricity, Boiler Systems, Piping & Applications, Gas Heating System Design & Controls, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration & EPA standards. The student will have the opportunity to perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on various types of hydronic and steam boilers. Commercial applications and their startup and shut down procedures are covered.

In-Demand Anticipated Occupational Outcome: Helpers – Installation Maintenance Repair Workers, Heating & Air Conditioning Refrigeration Mechanics Installers

Degree, Certificate or Licensure: ETI Certificate of Completion.

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The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) will help job seekers and workers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and match employers with skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Congress passed WIOA, the first legislative reform of the public workforce system in more than 15 years, by a wide bipartisan majority. In doing so, Congress reaffirmed the role of the American Job Center (AJC) system, a cornerstone of the public workforce investment system, and brought together and enhanced several key employment, education, and training programs. In recent years over 20 million people annually turn to these programs to obtain good jobs and a pathway to the middle class. WIOA continues to advance services to these job seekers and employers.

Aligns Federal Investments to Support Job Seekers and Employers: At the State level, WIOA establishes unified strategic planning across “core” programs, which include Title I Adult, Dislocated Worker and Youth programs; Adult Education and Literacy programs; the Wagner-Peyser Employment Service; and Title I of the Rehabilitation Act programs.

Strengthens the Governing Bodies that Establish State, Regional and Local Workforce Investment Priorities: WIOA streamlines membership of business-led, state and local workforce development boards. The Act emphasizes the role of boards in coordinating and aligning workforce programs and adds functions to develop strategies to meet worker and employer needs.

Helps Employers Find Workers with the Necessary Skills: WIOA emphasizes engaging employers across the workforce system to align training with needed skills and match employers with qualified workers. The Act adds flexibility at the local level to provide incumbent worker training and transitional jobs as allowable activities and promotes work-based training, for example by increasing on-the-job training reimbursement rates to 75 percent. The law also emphasizes training that leads to industry-recognized post-secondary credentials

Aligns Goals and Increases Accountability and Information for Job Seekers and the Public: WIOA aligns the performance indicators for core programs, and adds new ones related to services to employers and postsecondary credential attainment. Performance goals must reflect economic conditions and participant characteristics. It makes available data on training providers’ performance outcomes and requires third party evaluations of programs.

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act – July 22, 2014

Fosters Regional Collaboration to Meet the Needs of Regional Economies: WIOA requires states to identify economic regions within their state, and local areas are to coordinate planning and service delivery on a regional basis.

Targets Workforce Services to Better Serve Job Seekers: WIOA promotes the use of career pathways and sector partnerships to increase employment in in-demand industries and occupations. To help local economies target the needs of job seekers, WIOA allows 100 percent funds transfer between the Adult and Dislocated Worker programs. WIOA adds basic skills deficient as a priority category for Adult services. WIOA also focuses Youth program services to out-of-school youth. The Act strengthens services for unemployment insurance claimants. It also merges WIA core and intensive services into a new category of career services, clarifying there is no required sequence of services. The Act allows Governors to reserve up to 15 percent of formula funds for activities such as innovative programs.

Improves Services to Individuals with Disabilities: WIOA increases individuals with disabilities’ access to high-quality workforce services to prepare them for competitive integrated employment. It requires better employer engagement and promotes physical and programmatic accessibility to employment and training services for individuals with disabilities. Youth with disabilities receive extensive pre-employment transition services to obtain and retain competitive integrated employment. It creates an Advisory Committee on strategies to increase competitive integrated employment for individuals with disabilities.

HIGHLIGHTS OF WIOA REFORMS TO THE PUBLIC WORKFORCE SYSTEM

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HIGHLIGHTS CONTINUED

Supports Access to Services: To make services easier to access, the WIOA requires co-location of the Wagner-Peyser Employment Service in AJCs and adds the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program as a mandatory partner. WIOA establishes dedicated funding from AJC partner programs to support the costs of infrastructure and other shared costs that support access to services. It asks the Secretary of Labor to establish a common identifier for the workforce system to help workers and employers find available services. In addition, WIOA allows local areas to award pay for performance contracts so providers of services get paid for results. It also allows direct contracts to higher education institutions to provide training.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

DOL, in coordination with the U.S. Departments of Education (ED) and Health and Human Services (HHS), is working diligently to ensure that states and local areas, other grantees, and stakeholders are prepared for implementation of WIOA. DOL will provide technical assistance, tools, and resources to States and local areas through the WIOA Resource Page (www.doleta.gov/WIOA), Webinars, and virtual and in-person discussions.

DOL will actively engage stakeholders in the implementation of WIOA. Opportunities to provide input will be communicated through the WIOA Resource Page.

WIOA RESOURCE PAGE Visit www.doleta.gov/WIOA to learn more about WIOA and access relevant guidance and technical assistance tools and resources developed by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA). All relevant guidance will also be posted on the ETA Advisory Website (http://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/) Please email your questions to [email protected] or contact your ETA regional Office.

WIOA PROGRAMS

WIOA supersedes the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 and amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs.

EFFECTIVE DATES FOR IMPLEMENTATION

President Barack Obama signed WIOA into law on July 22, 2014.

In general, the Act takes effect on July 1, 2015, the first full program year after enactment, unless otherwise noted. The State Unified Plans and Common Performance Accountability provisions take effect July 1, 2016. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will issue further guidance on the timeframes for implementation of these changes.

DOL will issue proposed regulations reflecting the changes in WIOA soon after enactment.

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