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SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD Thursday, April 30, 2015

9:30 A.M.

Doubletree Miami Mart/Airport Hotel and Exhibition Center 711 NW 72nd Avenue

Miami, Florida 33126

AGENDA

1. Call to Order and Introductions

2. Approval of Meeting Minutes

a. February 19, 2015

3. Chairman’s Report

a. Veteran Stand Down Report

b. Take Stock In Children Report

4. Executive Director’s Report

5. Finance & Efficiency Council

a. Information – Finance Reports

i. February 2015 Financial Report

b. Information – Cash Reconciliations

i. March 2015

c. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept Supplemental WIA Dislocated Worker Funds

d. Recommendation as to Approval to Allocate $900,000 in WIA Adult Funds to the Work Readiness Youth Initiative

e. Recommendation as to Approval to Transfer $1,200,000 from WIA Dislocated Worker Program to WIA Adult Program.

f. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept $16,666 in WIA Performance Incentive Funds

g. Recommendation as to Approval to allocate $7,500 for the development and support of the Employ Miami-Dade/Monroe Portals.

h. Recommendation as to Approval to allocate $150,000 to purchase a Mobile Workforce Assistance Center to expand workforce services in Monroe County

i. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept $175,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funding.

6. Global Competitiveness Council

a. Information – National Flight Academy Aviation Program (NFA) Update

b. Information – Center for Law and Social Policy, Inc. (CLASP)

c. Recommendation as to Approval of a New Program for an Existing Training Vendor

d. Recommendation as to Approval of Revisions to the Individual Training Account (ITA) Policy

e. Recommendation as to Approval of an Allocation of Funds for an Information Technology Apprenticeship Training Initiative (LaunchCode)

f. Recommendation as to Approval of an Allocation of Funds to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency for a Work Readiness Skills Employment Training

g. Recommendation as to Approval to Allocate Funding for Aviation Summer Camp Program Slots

h. Recommendation as to Approval to Allocate Funding to Purchase Take Stock in Children Scholarships (TSIC)

i. Recommendation as to Approval to Allocate Funds for the Employ Miami-Dade Initiative to the City of Miami Career Center

7. Performance Council

a. Information – Refugee Employment and Training Program Performance Overview

b. Information – Refugee Employment and Training Program Balanced Scorecard Update

c. Information – Workforce Services Balanced Scorecard and Job Placements Update

d. Information – Workforce Services Regional Performance Overview

e. Information – Youth Partners & Regional Performance Update

f. Information – Consumer Report Card

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AMENDED SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD

AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 2A

AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: MEETING MINUTES

DATE: April 16, 2015 at 9:30AM

Doubletree Hotel – Convention Center

711 N.W. 72nd

Avenue

Miami, FL 33126

SFWIB MEMBERS IN

ATTENDANCE

1. Piedra, Obdulio Chairperson

2. Bridges, Jeff, Vice-Chairman

3. Brown, Clarence 4. Brecheisen Bruce 5. Datorre, Roberto 6. Dubois, Victoria (non-

voting)

7. Fils-Aime, Sr., Daniel 8. Ferradaz, Gilda 9. Gaber, Cynthia 10. Garza, Maria 11. Jordan, Barbara 12. Ludwig, Philipp 13. Manrique, Carlos 14. Montoya, Rolando 15. Perez, Andre 16. Quintana, Annette 17. Regueiro, Maria C. 18. Rod, Denis 19. Roth, Thomas 20. Scott, Kenneth 21. Walker, Wanda

SFWIB MEMBERS NOT IN

ATTENDANCE

22. Adrover, Bernardo 23. Arboleda, Carlos 24. Carpenter, Willie 25. Chi, Joe 26. del Valle, Juan-

Carlos

27. Clayton, Lovey 28. Diggs, Bill 29. Gazitua, Luis 30. Gibson, Charles 31. Huston, Albert Jr. 32. Russo, Monica 33. Socorro, Ivonne 34. West, Alvin 35. Zewadski-Bricker,

Edith

SFW STAFF

Beasley, Rick

Almonte, Ivan

Alonso, Gus

Butkowski, Dennis

Garcia, Christine

Gomez, Maria

Hernandez, Juan

Jean-Baptiste, Antoinette

Kavehersi, Cheri

Morgan, Myria

Smith, Marian

Assistant County

Attorney

Shanika Graves - Miami-

Dade County Attorney’s

office – SFWIB’s Legal

Counsel

SFWIB Meeting Minutes February 19, 2015 Page 3

Agenda items are displayed in the order in which they were discussed.

1. Call to Order and Introductions

SFWIB Chairman, Obdulio Piedra called the meeting to order at 9:38a.m., began with introductions and noted that a quorum of members had not been achieved.

OTHER ATTENDEES

Allison, Carshena – BCA Watson Rice, LLP Costas, Jorge – Youth Co-Op, Inc. Farinas, Irene – Youth Co-Op, Inc. Finol, Leandro – Miami Dade College Flores, Oscar – AATI Garcia, Roman – City of Hialeah

Gonzalez, Ana Maria– City of Hialeah

Mitchell, Carlena – Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS)

Quiros, Vivian – Sullivan & Cogliano

Rodances, Carlos – New Horizons, Inc.

Rodriguez, Maria – Youth Co-op, Inc.

Sante , Alicia – Youth Co-op, Inc.

Havancak, Joe – The Beacon Council


4. Executive Director’s Report

Executive Director Rick Beasley reviewed with the Board his report and each member received a copy. The report contained information regarding: (1) Federal – U.S Conference of Mayor’s Guidance Letter for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA): (2) State – CareerSource /Florida Day at the Capital; and (3) Local – Career Center Performance. No questions or discussions.

6. Executive Committee

6.a. Information – Finance Report

6a.i December 2014 Financial Report

Chairman Piedra introduced the item. Mr. Beasley further discussed and read into record the following accompanying notes to the Financial Report for the Period of July 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014:

Budget Adjustments:

No revenue adjustments to report Expenses:

Youth Services decreased by $3,875 Training and Support Services increased by $3,875 Explanation of Significant Variances:

Training and Support Services expenditures - low 14.4% versus 50% Other Programs & Contract – low 1.1% versus 50%

No further questions or discussions. [Commissioner Barbara Jordan Arrived; Quorum Achieved]

Chairman Piedra welcomed Miami-Dade County Deputy Mayor Russell Benford who appeared before the Board and presented a letter and certificate of appreciation to Mr. Beasley in recognition of his valuable contribution to the community and for being elected President of the United States Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council. Commissioner Barbara Jordan joined Deputy Mayor Benford during his presentation on behalf of members of Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.

2.a. Approval of SFWIB Meeting Minutes of October 30, 2014

Dr. Rolando Montoya moved the approval of October 30, 2014 meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Ms. Maria Garza; Motion Passed with Unanimous Consent

2.b. Approval of SFWIB Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2015

Dr. Rolando Montoya moved the approval of December 18, 2015 meeting minutes; Motion seconded by Mr. Clarence Brown; Motion Passed with Unanimous Consent

3. Chairman’s Report

Chairman Piedra once again congratulated Mr. Beasley on his new role as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.


5. Executive Committee Meeting

5a. Approval to Support the Creation of Statewide Business and Workforce Competitive Fund

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to support the creation of a statewide Business and Workforce Competitive Fund. Mr. Clarence Brown moved the approval to support the creation of a statewide business workforce competitive fund. Motion seconded by Mr. Andy Perez; Further Discussion(s): Chairman Piedra briefly updated the Board on a major revision to State Statute 445. Motion Passed with Unanimous Consent

5b. Approval to Adopt the Re-alignment of the Governance Structure of the SFWIB

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to adopt the realignment of governance structure of the

board.

Mr. Clarence Brown moved the approval to adopt the re-alignment of the governance structure of the SFWIB. Motion seconded by Mr. Andy Perez; Motion Passed with Unanimous Consent

5c. Approval of the Fiscal Year 2013-14 External Audit Report

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further discussed the Audit Committee’s

recommendation for the Board’s approval of the Fiscal Year 2013-14 external audit report.

Vice-Chairman Jeff Bridges moved the approval of the Fiscal Year 2013-14 external audit report. Motion seconded by Ms. Maria Garza; Motion Passed Unanimously

[Dr. Montoya stepped out of the meeting room]

5d. Approval to Accept Revised Accounting Policies and Procedures

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Audit Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval of the revised accounting policies and procedures manual.

Dr. Denis Rod moved the approval of the revised accounting policies manual. Motion seconded by Mr. Philipp Ludwig; Motion Passed Unanimously

5e. Approval of an Allocation of Funds for a LaunchCode Program

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Audit Committee’s

recommendation for the Board’s approval of an information technology apprenticeship training initiative (LaunchCode) and to allocate an amount not to exceed $18,000 in Workforce Investment (WIA) funds to train up to 12 participants.

Mr. Roberto Darorre moved the approval of an information technology apprenticeship training initiative (LaunchCode) and to allocate an amount not to exceed $18,000 in Workforce Investment (WIA) funds to train up to 12 participants. Motion Seconded by Mr. Philipp Ludwig; Motion Passed with Unanimous Consent

[Dr. Montoya returned to the meeting room]


6.b. Information – Cash Reconciliation Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the bank reconciliation report ending January 31, 2015.

No further questions or discussions.

6b.i January 2015 Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further discussed the bank reconciliation report.

No further questions or discussions.

6c. Information – City of Miami Beach Lease

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further discussed. No further questions or discussions.

6d. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept WIA Performance Incentive Funds

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to accept $51,666 in WIA Performance Incentive Funds.

Mr. Clarence Brown moved the approval to accept WIA Performance Incentive Funds. Motion seconded by Mr. Commissioner Barbara Jordan; Motion Passed Unanimously

6.e. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept WIA Military Youth Funds

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to accept the WIA Military Youth Funds.

Vice-Chairman Jeff Bridges moved the approval to accept WIA Military Youth Funds. Motion seconded by Mr. Clarence Brown; Motion Passed Unanimously

6.f. Recommendation as to Approval to Accept Supplemental WIA Dislocated Worker Funds

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley further presented the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to accept $653, 927 in supplemental WIA Dislocated

Worker Program Funds. Commissioner Barbara Jordan moved the approval to accept supplemental WIA Dislocated Worker Funds. Motion seconded by Mr. Roberto Datorre; Motion Passed Unanimously

6.g. Recommendation as to Approval to Issue a Request for Proposal for External Auditing

Services

Mr. Beasley introduced the item and noted the Executive Committee’s recommendation for the

Board’s approval to authorize SFWIB staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for external auditing services. Vice-Chairman Jeff Bridges moved the approval to issue a request for proposal for External Auditing Services. Motion seconded by Ms. Maria Garza; Motion Passed Unanimously


6.h. Recommendation as to Approval to Adjust the 2014-15 Budget for the Actual Carry Forward

Funds

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Beasley read the item into record the adjustment of the 2014-15 Budget for the Actual Carry Forward Funds.

Commission Jordan moved the approval to adjust the 2014-15 budget for the actual Carry forward funds. Motion seconded by Mr. Roberto Datorre; Motion Passed Unanimously

7. Youth Council

7.a. Recommendation as to Approval to Allocate WIA Funds for the Beacon Council’s Career

Center Awareness Portals Initiative

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Youth Council Chairman, Clarence Brown further presented the Youth Council’s recommendation for the Board’s approval to allocate in an amount not to exceed $250,000 in Workforce Investment Act (WIA) funds to assist in developing and supporting the Beacon Council’s Career Awareness Portals Initiative. He additionally read into record the

Council’s approval to waive the competitive procurement process. Mr. Roberto Datorre moved the approval to allocate WIA funds for the Beacon Council’s Career Center Awareness Portals Initiative. Motion seconded by Vice-Chairman Jeff Bridges; Further Discussion(s):

Mr. Carlos Manrique questioned the maximum amount of $250,000 to be allocated to the Beacon Council. Mr. Beasley explained that this initiative is part of the Career Pathways component which will be used to launch a portal. Joe Havancak from the Beacon Council appeared before the Board and provided additional details. Mr. Manrique asked whether the $250,000 would be leveraged. The representatives explained that the entity is seeking additional grants. They additionally noted that the Beacon Council received an additional grant from Chase Bank. Mr. Manrique inquired about their ultimate goal and Mr. Havancak explained that the goal is to raise over $250,000. Mr. Manrique asked whether this goal is solely for the purpose of launching the website. Mr. Havancak responded, “Yes” as well as hire additional staff. Mr. Beasley provided further details. Commissioner Barbara Jordan requested clarification as to whether the initial goal had been to recruit qualified students and place them in internships. Mr. Havancak explained. Commissioner Jordan also inquired about the agency’s benchmarking strategies for success. Mr. Havancak explained the current skills gap and how this initiative would prepare students for internships to possibly attain higher paying jobs. Commissioner Jordan asked whether if academic leadership councils have been formed within her district. Mr. Hovancak responded that the councils had been established two years ago. Mr. Perez inquired about proper tracking of workforce dollars. Vice-Chairman Bridges briefly explained that the portal would provide various tracking avenues. Dr. Montoya subsequently explained some possible avenues of tracking outcomes. One of the ways he stated is by researching the number of corporations registered and the number of job postings. Another way he stated was through the tracking of employers and students usage. SFWIB Programs Manager, Juan Hernandez appeared before the Board and further explained the details of the program.


Commissioner Jordan inquired about proposed internships. Mr. Hernandez responded that internships would be paid for by participating employers. Mr. Manrique requested this item be tabled until more information is provided. However, Dr. Montoya opposed his request by recommending a few matrixes (measurements and outcomes) be defined. Mr. Perez concurred.

[Mr. Clarence Brown left the meeting room]

Mr. Manrique questioned whether if it’s considered a conflict if both he and Dr. Montoya voted on this item. Dr. Montoya explained that he doesn’t believe it would be a conflict since the entire funding would directly be disbursed to the Beacon Council. Mr. Manrique sought the Legal Counsel’s advice. Chairman Piedra called a question. Dr. Datorre asked whether a separate vote would be taken. Mr. Beasley responded, “No.” With reference to Mr. Manrique’s recent question, Assistant County Attorney, Shanika Graves responded that board members representing the Beacon Council must refrain from voting on this item. Mr. Manrique rephrased his question. However, Dr. Montoya explained that although their schools are representatives of the Beacon Council’s board, neither of them sit on the Board of the Beacon Council as representatives. Chairman Piedra recommended this item be deferred to the next scheduled Board meeting.

8. Workforce System Improvement Committee

8.c. Recommendation as to Approval of a RET Automotive Technician Short Term Training

Program

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and WSI Committee Chairman Daniel Fils-Aime further presented. Chairman Piedra noted into record the following changes:

Net Economic Benefit: $23,608 changed to $21,648 Return on Investment: $2.48 changed to $15.46

Andy Perez moved the approval of a RET Automotive Technician Short Term Training Program. Motion seconded by Mr. Roberto Datorre; Motion Passed Unanimously

8.d. Recommendation as to Approval to Re-Allocate Funds from the City of Hialeah to ResCare,

Inc.

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and WSIA Committee Chairman Fils-Aime further discussed and read the item into record. Mr. Roberto Datorre moved the approval to re-allocate funds from the City of Hialeah to ResCare, Inc. Motion seconded by Ms. Maria Garza; Further Discussion(s)


Commissioner Jordan requested staff provide additional details as to why the City of Hialeah decided to break its contract with SFWIB.

Ms. Annette Quintana, explained that this was an administrative decision as a result of a ‘fiscal awakening’ that the City felt it was best to cease its contract with SFWIB. Mr. Beasley additionally explained. Mr. Datorre questioned whether it would be a conflict if Ms. Quintana, who is a representative of the City of Hialeah votes on this item. Mr. Beasley explained that it would not be a conflict as the City’s contract has officially ended and this is for the approval to sign a contact with ResCare, Inc. Commissioner Jordan questioned the procedure of municipal government representatives voting on certain items. Assistant County Attorney Shanika Graves confirmed that the full board could proceed with a vote.

Motion Passed with Unanimously

9. Economic Development & Industry Sector Committee

9.a. Recommendation as to Approval of New Training Vendors and Programs

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and EDIS Committee Chairman, Andy Perez further discussed. Dr. Denis Rod moved the approval of New Training Vendors and Programs. Motion seconded by Dr. Denis Rod; Motion Passed Unanimously

9.b. Recommendation as to Approval of New ITA Policy

Chairman Piedra introduced the item and Mr. Perez further presented.

Dr. Denis Rod moved the approval of New ITA Policy. Motion seconded by Mr. Philipp Ludwig; Motion Passed Unanimously

Prior to meeting adjournment, Chairman Piedra provided an update on committee reassignments. Ms. Garza thanked all who voted via text to the National Nights Arts Foundation – People’s Choice Challenge at December’s full board meeting. She gladly announced that the Mexican American Council had been awarded $60,000.

Deferred Items:

8.a. Information – Refugee Employment and Training Program Balanced Scorecard Update

8.b. Information – Workforce Services Balanced Scorecard and Job Placement Update

There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 10:36am.

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 3 AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: SFWIB CHAIRMAN'S REPORT AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Set Standards on Performance Measures Reporting BACKGROUND: N/A FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 4 AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: SFWIB EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Set Standards on Performance Measures Reporting BACKGROUND: N/A FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5A AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: STRONG, TIMELY REPORTING STANDARDS STRATEGIC PROJECT: Set Standards on Performance Measures Reporting BACKGROUND: The Finance and Efficiency Council's primary goal is to work to ensure that the Board is in good financial health, that its assets are protected, and that the Board's resouces are used appropriately and accounted for sufficiently. Accordingly, the attached un-audited financial report for the month of February 2015 is being presented for review by the Council members. FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5B AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: MARCH BANK RECONCILIATION AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: STRONG, TIMELY REPORTING STANDARDS STRATEGIC PROJECT: Set Standards on Performance Measures Reporting BACKGROUND: The Finance and Efficiency Council's primary goal is to work to ensure that the Board is in good financial health, that its assets are protected, and that the Board's resouces are used appropriately and accounted for sufficiently. Based on the Internal Control Procedures recommended by the Department of Economic Opportnity of the State of Florida, the Finance Committee at its April 2, 2009, meeting requested a monthly cash reconciliation report be provided at every Committee Meeting. Accordingly, the attached cash reconciliation for the month of March 2015 is being presented for review by the Council members. FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

South Florida Workforce Investment Board Reconcile Cash Accounts

Reconciliation Date: 3131/15 Cash Account: 1102 Cash -General Operating Account

Beginning Book Balance

Less Checks/Vouchers Drawn

Plus Deposits Checks Voided

Deposits

Plus Other Items

Unreconciled Items:

Ending Book Balance

Bank Balance

Less Checks/Vouchers Outstanding

Other Items:

Plus Deposits In Transit

Transfer to operating

Unreconciled Items:

Reconciled Bank Balance

Unreconciled difference

Amount ($)

1,981,060.50

( 4, 178,885.44)

2,415.00

3,818,627.83

(164.24)

1,623,053.65

2,063,860.17

( 440,806.52)

1,623,053.65

Number of Transactions

302

49

51

NIA

NIA

NIA

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5C AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE OF SUPPLEMENTAL WIA DISLOCATED WORKER PROGRAM FUNDS AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board the approval to accept $22,887 in supplemental WIA Dislocated Worker Program Funds. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Leverage Resources to Enhance Grant Revenue BACKGROUND: On February 10, 2015 the SFWIB received a Notice of Funding Award (NFA) from the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for an award of $22,887 in supplemental WIA Dislocated Worker Program funds. These funds are for use in a manner consistent with the WIA Dislocated Worker program objectives and expenditure guidelines. SFWIB Staff recommneds acceptance of these WIA Dislocated Worker supplemental funds FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5D AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO ALLOCATE $900,000 IN WIA ADULT FUNDS TO THE WORK READINESS YOUTH INIATIVE. AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board the approval to allocate an additional $900,000 in WIA Adult program funds to the Work Readiness Youth Iniative. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Leverage Resources to Enhance Grant Revenue BACKGROUND: On June 19, 2014 the South Florida Workforce Investment Board allocated $900,000 in Training and Support Service dollars to the Work Readiness Youth Initiative. These funds are for use in providing Paid Work Experience to 600 WIA eligible youth. SFWIB Youth Program Staff is proposing to train an additional 600 WIA eligible youth at an incremental cost of $900,000. In total of 1,200 youth will be provided with Paid Work Experience at a cost of $1,800,000. To fund these additional expenditures, SFWIB staff recommends allocating an additional $900,000 in WIA Adult program funds to the Work Readiness Youth Initiative. FUNDING: WIA ADULT PROGRAM FUNDS PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5E AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO TRANSFER $1,200,000 IN FUNDS FROM THE WIA DISLOCATED WORKER PROGRAM TO THE WIA ADULT PROGRAM. AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board the approval to transfer $1,200,000 in WIA Dislocated Worker Program to the WIA Adult program. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Leverage Resources to Enhance Grant Revenue BACKGROUND: On June 19, 2014 the South Florida Workforce Investment Board approved the Fiscal Year 2014/15 Budget. Following the budget approval, SFWIB staff received several requests from its service providers to transfer funds from the WIA Dislocated Worker program to the WIA Adult program. Additionally, SFWIB Youth Program Staff is proposing to expand the Work Readiness Youth Initiative, which will require incremental WIA Adult program funding. To fund these additional expenditures and to accommodate Service Provider requests, SFWIB staff recommends transferring $1,200,000 in WIA funds from the Dislocated Worker Program to the Adult Program. FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5F AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE OF WIA PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE FUNDS FUNDS AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board the approval to accept $16,666 in WIA Performance Incentive Funds. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Leverage Resources to Enhance Grant Revenue BACKGROUND: On April 21, 2015 the SFWIB received a Notice of Funding Award (NFA) from the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for an award of $16,666 in WIA Performance Incentive funds. These funds are for use in a manner consistent with the WIA program objectives and expenditure guidelines. SFWIB Staff recommneds acceptance of these supplemental funds FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5G AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: EMPLOY MIAMI-DADE AND EMPLOY MONROE PORTALS AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The SFWIB Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board to allocate $7,500 for the custom development and support of the Employ Miami-Dade/Monroe Portals. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Determine Level of Satisfaction of Employers BACKGROUND: To connect the Miami-Dade and Monroe counties communities directly to Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM), (State of Floridas Job Bank System), a local customaized Miami-Dade/Monroe Portal is being created. Portals to the EFM will reflect the CareerSource South Florida's (CSSF) look and feel. The new portals will be implemented using Geographic Solutions commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solution known as Virtual Onestop. The Employ Miami-Dade and Monroe (EMD/M) portals will include: 1. A Customized Portal – a branded front page to the specifications of CSSF. This will allow CSSF to have its

front end for EFM giving a local presence for the system. CSSF staff will be able to update the portal pages with information of local interest.

2. A Mobile Application – this will be a job search application for iPhone and Android mobile devices. The

application will also be custom branded for CSSF, and accessible by job seekers at no cost, at the app stores. Functionality includes the ability to search for jobs, map jobs by current location, share jobs with national social media sites, and apply for jobs.

The $7,500 represents cost for the remaining months of the 2015 fiscal year; (April, May and June), and includes the development of the portals, mobile application, monthly sofware license support and maintenance. FUNDING: The cost of this initaitive will be cost allocated among all funding streams. PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5H AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: MONROE COUNTY MOBILE WORKFORCE ASSISTANCE CENTER AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The SFWIB Finance Efficiency Council recommends to the Board to allocate $150,000 to purchase a Mobile Workforce Assistance Center to expand workforce services to the Monroe County communities. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Alignment of Performance Measures with SFWIB Plan BACKGROUND: South Florida Workforce Investment Board provides employment and training services at two (2) locations in Monrore County; Key Largo and Key West Centers. To bridge the gap between the two (2) centers, a Mobile Workforce Assistance Center will be utilized to provide services for the communities in the hard to reach areas that are not currently being serviced by the career centers. FUNDING: Cost allocated among all funding streams. PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5I AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Finance and Efficiency Council recommends to the Board the approval to accept $175,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding. STRATEGIC GOAL: DEDICATED COMMITMENT TO YOUTH PARTICIPATION STRATEGIC PROJECT: Develop an Enhance Menue of Youth Services BACKGROUND: Annually Miami-Dade County receives an allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the federal government. By policy of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC), 40% of the CDBG funding is allocated for eligible activities administered by County Departments. Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) invited County Departments to submit an application for FY’2014 CDBG funding. On July 5, 2013, South Florida Workforce Investment Board (SFWIB) submitted an application to PHCD seeking funding to support a job skills training program for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients and an employment program for low to moderate income residents of Miami Dade County. On February 27, 2015 SFWIB staff received official notification that the PHCD awarded $175,000 to SFWIB to provide work readiness skills and employment service to Miami Dade County residents. SFWIB staff recommned acceptance of these supplemental funds FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6A AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: NATIONAL FLIGHT ACADEMY AVIATION PROGRAM (NFA) UPDATE AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: CELEBRATED, BENCHMARK LEADER IN BEST PRACTICES STRATEGIC PROJECT: Develop an Enhance Menue of Youth Services BACKGROUND: On August 21, 2014, the Youth Council and Board approved funding for an amount not to exceed $110,000.00 in Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) funds to support the National Flight Academy Aviation Program (NFA). The funds were approved to support 110 students from Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties to participate in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Through the coordinated efforts of five youth organizations who partnered with SFWIB - Our Kids, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers, Overtown Teen Center and Experience Aviation, assisted in recruiting and registering students to attend the NFA. Eighty-seven students visited the NFA during the 2015 School Spring Break session, March 22-27, 2015. To continue in developing youth interests and build a talent pipeline in aviation, SFWIB Staff will continue search for opportunities and partnerships with local educational institutions and businesses who are able to assist in providing programs and employment to the youth who are actively interested in aviation and are actively participating in the above youth programs. Future activities for youth will start with an aviation summer camp that will take place this summer. Staff will follow-up with the youth partners and will present a report at the next Global Talent Competitiveness Council. FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A NO ATTACHMENT

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6B AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: CENTER FOR LAW AND SOCIAL POLICY, INC. (CLASP) AGENDA ITEM TYPE: INFORMATIONAL RECOMMENDATION: N/A STRATEGIC GOAL: CELEBRATED, BENCHMARK LEADER IN BEST PRACTICES STRATEGIC PROJECT: Enhance and Expand Job Readiness Skills for Youth BACKGROUND: The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) was established in 1969, and is a trusted resource, a creative architect for systems change, and one of the country's most effective voices for low-income people and families. CLASP seeks to improve the lives of low-income people. The organization develops and advocates for federal, state and local policies to strengthen families and create pathways to education and work. CLASP speaks to state-level administrators, federal policy makers, advocates and communities, providing carefully evaluated, thoughtful information that a variety of audiences can put to use for low-income families. SFWIB Staff participate in quarterly meetings sponsored by CLASP. As a result of participation and sharing of youth sponsored initiatives, the attached article, a nationally publicized newsletter, features SFWIB's Ready To Work Employment Program Initiative. FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

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CareerSource South Florida’s (CSSF) Ready to Work EmploymentProgram for Young Adults

The Ready to Work Employment Program, an initiative of CareerSource South Florida (the Miami area’s

workforce investment board), helps low-income young adults in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties

enhance their work-readiness skills while earning income. The program serves over 900 young adults

ages 18 to 24, providing a diverse set of employment experiences that support them in developing career

paths. The program provides subsidized entry-level positions in governmental departments, local

businesses, and faith-based and community-based organizations.

Part of what makes Ready to Work innovative is its funding. When the program was launched, it was

funded with a mix of Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Title I Youth dollars, which could only be spent on

youth 21 and younger, and WIA Title I Adult and Dislocated Worker dollars, which could be used for

youth ages 22 to 24. The new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides more flexibility, raising

Title I Youth eligibility to age 24. Still, Ready to Work’s experience demonstrates the value of leveraging

multiple workforce funding streams to serve this population. The program model is straightforward:

Recruitment and outreach. Outreach is not limited to one recruitment strategy. Instead, youth

learn about the program through a variety of sources, ranging from print and radio advertisements

to community events.

Connecting to support services. Following the eligibility process, young adults can access many

resources at one-stop career centers, including career counseling, training referrals, and job

listings/search. Further, every young adult is assigned a case manager, who follows the participant

through program enrollment to exit. As the need arises, the case manager connects the young

adult to supportive services, such as child support, public assistance, and health care referrals.

Developing skills and workplace competencies. Before the young adult participants are placed

at their worksites, they are required to complete classroom time in work readiness skills.

CareerSource South Florida requires a minimum of 20 hours of this training, which the young

adults are paid $10 an hour to attend.

Subsidized work experiences that lead to permanent employment. During the subsidized

employment period, youth typically receive further on-site training by their employers. They earn

$10 an hour for 160 hours and can work up to 30 hours per week. The employer and young adult

negotiate a work schedule that accommodates the participant’s availability and other commitments.

For example, the work schedule may take into account school attendance or child care challenges.

CareerSource South Florida’s goal is for youth to ultimately be hired by their employer. However,

even if they are not, youth are in possession of new work-ready skills that increase their

employability as they search for jobs with support from career centers.

Read more about the Ready to Work Employment Program>>

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SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6C AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: NEW PROGRAM FOR EXISTING TRAINING VENDOR AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Global Talent Competitiveness Council recommends to the Board the approval of a New Program for an Existing Training Vendor, as set forth below. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Increase Creditential Attainment BACKGROUND: Federal and state law permit regional workforce boards to independently develop criteria for the selection and maintenance of Training Vendors and Programs. In Region 23, the current process to become an approved Training Vendor requires staff to evaluate an applicant’s programmatic capabilities. The Training Vendor program documentation passed SFWIB staff review process and is presented to the EDIS Committee for a recommendation for Board approval. Below is the request for the committee to review and approve. Request to be a Training Vendor and requested programs: GEB Computer Training, LTD dba New Horizons Learning Center of South Florida Request to Add a new program(s):

• Network Administrator Preparatory, Diploma

FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

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New Horizons Computer Learning Center of South Florida (#2438)

7757 W. Flagler St, Suite 200 Miami, FL 33144

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Phone: (305) 265-7576

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Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Diploma 32.5 Preparatory Program

Cisco (CCNA) Routing and Switching Diploma 32.5 Preparatory

Green Information Technology Worker Diploma 52

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Help Desk Diploma 130

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Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Diploma 104 0511090110 (MCAS) Preparatory

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Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Diploma 227.5 0511090102 Server Infrastructure Preparatory

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VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Diploma 32.5 0511090110 Preparatory

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. Miami-Dade County

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Phone: (305) 255-7576 Phone Ext: 131

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GEB COMPUTER TRAINING, LTD.

Filing Information

Document Number FEl/EIN Number Date Filed State Status Last Event Event Date Filed Event Effective Date

Principal Address

A97000000029 650729151

01/03/1997

FL ACTIVE

LP AMENDMENT 05/03/2012

NONE

7757 WEST FLAGLER STREET SUITE 200 MIAMI, FL 33144

Changed: 04/23/2004

Mailing Address

100 S. PINE ISLAND DRIVE SUITE 200 PLANTATION, FL 33324

Changed: 04/26/2011

Registered Agent Name & Address

NRA! SERVICES, INC. 1200 South Pine Island Road Plantation, FL 33324

Name Changed: 08/31/2012

Address Changed: 08/31/2012

General Partner Detail

Name & Address

Document Number P96000087363

G.E.B. COMPUTER TRAINING, INC.

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SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6D AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: REVISIONS TO THE INDIVIDUAL TRAINING ACCOUNT (ITA) POLICY AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Global Talent Competitiveness Council recommends to the Board the approval of a revised Individual Training Account (ITA) Policy, as set forth below. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Improved Enforcement of Supply/Demand Policy BACKGROUND: On February 19, 2015, the SFWIB approved revisions to the Individual Training Account (ITA) Policy. The policy guides SFWIB Center Operators and Training Vendors in the administration of ITA's. Federal and state law permit regioanl workforce boards to independely develop criteria for the selection Federal and state law permit regional workforce boards to independently develop criteria for the selection and maintenance of Training Vendors and Programs. Further, in order to continue preparing for the new regualtions under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), specific changes to the policy are required relevant to Financial Aid, specifically the Pell Grant.All SFWIB participants requesting training using an ITA are required to apply for the Pell Grant (Title IV) by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Currently, SFWIB participants pending PELL Grant approval/award may be enrolled in training through an ITA voucher. The new revision will require participants enrolling in a Pell eligible training program to provide the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number and the Pell Award amount at time of enrollment.The EFC is a measure of a family’s financial strength and is calculated according to a formula established by law. The number is used by schools to calculate the amount of federal student aid a participant is eligible to receive. SFWIB Staff recommends to the GTC Council the following ITA policy revision(s):

• Revision 1: Financial Aid o A. Pell Grant: to require the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number and the Pell Award

amount at the time of enrollment.

FUNDING: N/A PERFORMANCE: N/A ATTACHMENT

INDIVIDUAL TRAINING ACCOUNT (ITA) POLICY

I. Of Interest to

The Individual Training Account (ITA) Policy should be of interest to members of the South Florida Workforce Investment Board (SFWIB), Region 23 (Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties) Career Center contractors (Service Providers), Training Vendors, Region 23 jobseekers, and SFWIB staff.

II. Definitions

1) Actual start date: the date that the participant commences classes.

2) Approved Training Program: a SFWIB-Approved occupational training program, including

online training linked to occupational and program titles seen on Region 23’s current Targeted Occupations List.

3) Assessment: the process by which Career Center staff evaluates eligible participants

before they enroll in a training program.

4) Completion: the total number of classroom hours or competencies required for a participant’s attainment of a certificate or degree.

5) Credential Attainment: participant’s attainment of a certificate or degree issued by the State

of Florida and/or competencies required for a specific job or occupational group at the conclusion of a course of study.

6) Economic Benefit per Placement: the return on investment per approved training program

for each participant placed.

7) ITA (Individual Training Account): the scholarship to pay for enrolling in an approved training program.

8) ITA Limit/Maximum ITA Amount: a cap on the amount to be paid for each approved

program.

9) ITA Voucher: the system-generated instrument used to pay for a training program; for the instrument to be valid, it must have all required signatures, i.e., participant, career advisor and supervisor signatures.

10) Occupational Training Area: program title linked to an occupational title seen on Region

23’s Targeted Occupations List. SOC to CIP linkages.

11) Pell Grant: the federal grant that eligible participants apply for to assist in paying for the costs of a training program.

12) Performance measures/standards: a set of federal, state and local standards for

determining a Training Vendor’s compliance with completion and placement requirements.

13) Placement: the number of participants that obtain unsubsidized employment following completion of a training program.

14) Workforce Management System (WFMS) formerly the Service Account Management

System (SAMS): the system for tracking participants’ training-related information, i.e., expenditures and performance data.

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15) Targeted Industries: industries determined by the SFWIB as a priority for occupational

training; currently, those industries are Aviation; Creative Design; Hospitality & Tourism; Information Technology Banking & Finance; Life Science & Healthcare; and Trade & Logistic.

16) Targeted Occupations List (TOL): a State-compiled list of occupations that Regional

Workforce Boards may offer training in. 17) Training-related placement: the number of participants that obtain unsubsidized

employment in an occupational area relevant to the training program completed.

III. Subject Training utilizing Individual Training Accounts (ITAs)

IV. Purpose

The purpose of the ITA Policy is to provide all SFWIB stakeholders with uniform guidelines regarding the use of training funds to pay for approved training programs and to determine subsequent program eligibility.

V. Background

An ITA is the vehicle through which SFWIB expends training dollars. ITAs may be used to pay for or help defray the cost of training at an approved SFWIB Training Vendor. ITAs may also be used to provide training in an occupation clearly linked to a priority industry that is in local demand or that appears on the Region’s Targeted Occupations List (TOL). ITAs are available to customers eligible for WIA Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth and Welfare Transition programs; however, note that an ITA is neither an entitlement nor a right.

VI. Assessment

Career Center staff is required to individually assess eligible participants for training prior to the issuance of an ITA voucher. The assessment process consists of examining a participant’s academic and employment background as well as short- and long-term career interests. The intent of this process is to assist the participant in selecting a training program he/she is likely to succeed in and ultimately contribute to the achievement of economic self-sufficiency.

VII. Individual Training Account Fee Structure A. ITA Cost

By May 15th of a Program Year (PY), Training Vendors are required to submit program cost modifications to include: cost of credentials and projected time frame of credential attainment for the next PY to SFWIB staff. That information is used to update the program cost information seen on the SFWIB website and in the WFMS. The maximum ITA amount for each PY is derived from the program cost information submitted by the public education Training Vendors. Specifically, the ITA limit per public school training program is set at 100% of the public institutions’ submitted cost information and 110% of the public institutions’ cost information for private institutions’ comparable programs. Where there is no comparable regionally approved public education institution program, the cost of the approved private Training Vendor’s program will be based on occupational title, quadrant category and cost negotiation within the applicable quadrant category.


B. Individual Account Training Cap

The maximum cap for the Individual Training Account (ITA) is $10,000.00.

C. ITA Amount for Occupational Training Areas

The ITA amount for each occupational training area is based on if the occupation is identified as High Wage/High Growth, High Wage/Low Growth, Low Wage/High Growth, and Low Wage/Low Growth.

The maximum ITA amounts are as follows: • Occupations identified as High Growth/High Wage up to and including $10,000.00 • Occupations identified as Low Growth/High Wage up to and including $7,500.00 • Occupations identified as High Growth/Low Wage up to and including $5,000.00 • Occupations identified as Low Growth/Low Wage up to and including $2,500.00

The formula to determine whether an occupation is high wage/high growth, low/wage growth, etc. is based on the State of Florida LMI data for the fastest growing occupations within Region 23 by growth rate and salary rate. Annually, the average growth rate and average salary rate will be determined for the identified occupations, sorted by growth rate and average salary, and then placed in the appropriate category.

D. ITA Voucher

A voucher will be issued covering up to and including 50 percent of the maximum approved ITA amount. In order for the voucher to be submitted for payment, the actual start date must be entered in WFMS and the participant must attend class for 14 consecutively scheduled classes. The 14-day period begins to run by entering participant information in WFMS, such as actual start date and length of program. Upon the participant’s completion of up to and including 50 percent of the training program, a voucher will be issued for the remaining maximum ITA amount. Note: The payment of the remaining amount is contingent on the Training Vendor’s submission to the applicable Service Provider of documentation evidencing the participant’s attendance records. All vouchers must be issued within the same Program Year in which service(s) was/were rendered.

Please refer to the SFWIB Performance Reporting Requirements Policy & Procedures for more information.

VIII. Duration of Training for Individual Training Accounts Individual Training Accounts can only be used to cover the cost of up to and including one year of training. This is a lifetime limit.

Exception: Those programs that the SFWIB have identified as targeted industries are exempt from the one-year limitation.

If the SFWIB participant’s training cost is covered by another funding source, for example, Pell Grants or scholarships, of the maximum ITA amount approved only up to and including $2,000 may be issued via voucher to offset the costs of books, certification examination/testing fees, etc., for up to and including one year of training. Note that this $2,000 sum is not separate from the approved maximum ITA amount.


SFWIB participants that elect a training program that is more than one year in length, i.e., an Associate in Science (A.S. Degree) program, will be responsible for all training costs beyond the one year covered by the ITA. Associate of Arts (A.A. Degree) and Bachelor Degree programs are not covered by ITAs, except when the Board determines there is a training program that demonstrates effectiveness to serve targeted populations.

IX. Financial Aid A. Pell Grants

All SFWIB participants requesting training using an ITA are required to apply for the Pell Grant (Title IV) by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

SFWIB participants enrolling in a Pell eligible training program must provide the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number and the Pell Award amount at time of enrollment. pending PELL Grant approval/award may be enrolled in training through an ITA voucher. If subsequently awarded, the Pell Grant proceeds will be deducted from the amount of the ITA. In the case where the Pell award changes from the amount stipulated in the original award letter, the previously approved ITA amount paid by SFWIB cannot be adjusted. In the case where the Pell award is in excess of the ITA voucher amount used when the SFWIB participant enrolled, the Training Vendor must reimburse SFWIB the difference.

B. Other Financial Aid/Student Loans

SFWIB participants who are eligible for a Pell Grant that elect to attend training programs may be required to obtain student loans and/or other grants to cover the cost of the program that they wish to enroll in if the ITA amount and the Pell Grant do not cover the full cost of the program. If the SFWIB participant is not Pell eligible, or the school or program is not Title IV eligible, the SFWIB participant will be required to obtain student loans and/or other financial aid to cover the cost of the program not covered by the ITA amount. SFWIB will not be responsible for any debts that a SFWIB participant incurs.

X. Limitations 1) Only one training program per SFWIB participant can be paid through the ITA; participants

are limited to one lifetime ITA. 2) The SFWIB participant must enroll in school half-time or full-time as defined by the Training

Vendor. 3) The ITA can only be used for courses that are specifically required for the program of study. 4) SFWIB will only pay once for each required class in an approved training program. SFWIB

will not pay for re-takes. This one-time payment includes remedial courses. 5) SFWIB will only pay once for each required certification examination. 6) In the case of those occupational training areas where the State licensing and/or certification

examinations are offered only in the English language, SFWIB participants enrolled in such training shall be taught in English.

7) Associate of Arts (A.A. Degree) and Bachelor Degree programs are not covered by the

Individual Training Account, unless as specified under Section VIII, Duration of Training for ITA Policy rev.021915 Page 4 of 6

Individual Training Accounts: Exception.

XI. Workforce Management System (WFMS) Approved SFWIB Training Vendors shall utilize the SFWIB WFMS Training Vendor screen to submit information on training status (drop, withdrawals, Pell information, etc.), attendance, training progress, placement, credential attainment information and performance information on a regular basis. The Training Vendor will provide credential information to the Service Provider and any follow-up data required.

Service Provider case managers shall track SFWIB participants’ training performance through WFMS. Please refer to the SFWIB Performance Reporting Requirements Policy & Procedures for more information on the responsibilities of Training Vendors and Service Providers relevant to WFMS data reconciliation.

XII. Performance Measures

Training Vendors that agree to accept ITAs from SFWIB will be required to meet a minimum of two of the listed SFWIB performance standards, of which, one must be the Placement after Training standard. The table below lays out the performance measures.

Performance Measure Performance Standard

Completion Rate 70% Placement After Training 70% Training-Related Placement 70% Economic Benefit Per Placement Quadrant Benchmark

Low Growth / Low Wage $14,785 High Growth / Low Wage $12,493 Low Growth / High Wage $31,542 High Growth / High Wage $29,201

A. Completion Rate

This measure examines the percentage of participants who successfully complete training in an approved SFWIB program. B. Placement after Training

This measure examines those SFWIB participants who completed training and have been placed in unsubsidized employment within 180 days of training completion.

C. Training-Related Placements

This measure examines those SFWIB participants who completed training and obtained unsubsidized employment within 180 days of completion in a training-related occupation.

D. Economic Benefit per Placement

This measure examines the percentage of the return on investment per approved training program for each participant placed. The approved program must meet and/or exceed the standard economic benefit per placement by quadrant. ITA Policy rev.021915 Page 5 of 6

E. Subsequent Eligibility

For an approved training program to be considered for renewal, the program must meet or exceed a minimum of two of the performance measures, of which, one must be the Placement after Training standard. Programs neither meeting nor exceeding a minimum of two of the measures will be removed from SFWIB’s approved offerings list. For a removed program to return to the approved offerings list, that program must be resubmitted for a programmatic review and Board-approval a year from the date of removal.

XIII. Roles and Responsibilities

Training Vendors and Service Providers are required to input data relevant to each of the above measures into WFMS. Additionally, Vendors and Providers are required to input wage data per placement into WFMS. Note that supporting documentation for each system entry must be readily available for review. Please refer to the SFWIB Performance Reporting Requirements Policy and Procedures for more information.


SFWIB GLOBAL TALENT COMPETITIVENESS COUNCIL DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6E AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING INITIATIVE (LAUNCHCODE) AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Global Talent Competitiveness Council recommends to the Board the approval to allocate an amount not to exceed $275,000 in Workforce Investment (WIA) funds to the Idea Center at Miami-Dade College for an Information Technology Apprenticeship Training initiative (LaunchCode), as set forth below. STRATEGIC GOAL: IMPROVED DIGITAL LITERACY STRATEGIC PROJECT: Close the Gap between Digital Literacy Skills BACKGROUND: The U.S. Department of Labor projects that one million jobs in programming alone will go unfilled by 2020. Technology jobs typically require a college degree and three to five years of work experience in the field, making it a challenge for the average candidate to acquire the skill sets necessary to meet demand. High-wage, high-demand jobs such as Software Developers, Business Intelligence Analyst, Mobile Development, and IT Project Managers are just some of the occupations that are needed to meet industry demand. The South Florida Workforce Investment Board (SFWIB), The Idea Center at Miami Dade College, and Square founder, Jim McKelvey have formed a specialized collaborative partnership to deliver training that will help fill the employment gap in the area of technology by offering LaunchCode. LaunchCode is a non-profit organization founded by Jim McKelvey which creates pathways to economic opportunity and upward mobility through apprenticeships and job placement in technology. LaunchCode at the Idea Center is part of a network of resources that provides baseline technology skills. LaunchCode provides a unique pathway into employment for the unemployed and underemployed who would traditionally be excluded due to a lack of formal credentials. It creates positive outcomes for individuals, businesses, and communities. The SFWIB will provide training-related funding and Miami Dade College through The Idea Center will provide relevant training services. Participants will be evaluated and mentored, then placed in paid apprenticeship programs in partner companies, which commit to hire successful candidates at the end of their apprenticeships.

LaunchCode at the Idea Center is a 16-week course based on Harvard’s CS50x program. CS50x teaches students how to think algorithmically and solve problems efficiently. Participants will acquire the base skillsets needed to qualify for the following tracks of the LaunchCode apprenticeship programs:

Programmer Track:

• Knowledge of at least one imperative (C/C++, Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, Ruby) or functional language (Haskell, Scala, F#, Clojure) prior to applying (other than HTML, Markup Languages)

• Understanding of basic control structures and elements of programs (loops, variables, functions, and potentially objects and classes).

Business Intelligence Track:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of at least one query or database language (i.e., SQL, MySQL, MongoDB).

• Achieve basic fluency in one scripting language (e.g., python, r), along with a grounding in general programming concepts, and an aptitude for math and statistics.

• An interest in business analytics Other Tracks:

LaunchCode also places some participants in IT Project Management, Quality Assurance, and System Administration roles. In following the procurement process of Miami-Dade County, Administrative Order No.: 3-38, it is recommended that SFWIB waive the competitive procurement as it is recommended by the Executive Director that this is in the best interests of SFWIB. A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the quorum present is required to waive the competitive procurement process and award an allocation not to exceed $275,000.00 in Workforce Investment Act funds to Miami-Dade College for an Information Technology Apprenticeship Training initiative (LaunchCode). FUNDING: Workforce Investment Act (WIA) PERFORMANCE:

• Number of Participants to be trained: up to 1,000 • Projected Placements within 60 Days of Completion: 70% • Program Cost: $275 Cost Per Participant • Program Length: 16 weeks • Return-On-Investment: $172.08 • Economic Impact to the Community: $47,321,640

ATTACHMENT

MIAMI-DADE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING INITIATIVE Partnership between LaunchCode and The Idea Center at Miami Dade College

The Idea Center at Miami Dade College has partnered with LaunchCode to provide a platform and resources for qualified candidates to strengthen their skill set and candidacy for a LaunchCode technology apprenticeship. Working in partnership with the nonprofit organization, our goal is to fill the employment gap in the area of technology in South Florida.

The US Dept. of Labor projects that 1 million jobs in programming alone will go unfilled by 2020. These technology jobs typically require a college degree and 3-5 years work experience in the field, making it a challenge for the average candidate acquire the skill sets necessary to fill the need. These high-paying, and high-demand positions include:

• Software developers - Median Salary $105K • Front-End Web Developers - Median Salary $68K • Backend developer - Median Salary $68K • Mobile development - Median Salary $100K • Business Intelligence Analyst – Median Salary $93K • Quality Assurance Analyst – Median Salary $85K • IT Project Manager – Median Salary $88K

Through their partnership with over 100 companies currently hiring in South Florida, The Idea Center and LaunchCode have formed a specialized on-ramp into apprenticeships that allow candidates to get an internship in a period as short as 16 weeks. Apprenticeships lead to a 90% chance of landing a permanent position within the partnered companies.

As the hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, The Idea Center at Miami Dade College is home to and part of a network of resources that provide baseline technology skills to our community.

The first cohort of our technology training initiative was successfully launched on March 3rd using curriculum from Harvard University. 80 candidates are currently taking computer science classes through a combination of video lectures, class instructions, and one-on-one coaching sessions on programming skills.

Cost The costs of acquiring the skill sets required by high-demand technology jobs at in Miami-Dade from private academies are as follows:

Local Coding Bootcamps/Academies WynCode Academy - $10,000 IronHack - $8,000 – $10,600

The Idea Center at Miami Dade College would like to propose a specialized partnership with CareerSource South Florida that would allow access to 1000 qualified candidates to go through our technology training program at a discounted cost of $275.000 ($275/Participant). By scaling the number of participants we are able to reduce drastically the cost per participant. We have a proven model based on our first cohort of 80 students. With the funding, we will be able to grow the program into all our campuses in South Florida, including the following locations North Miami Kendall Downtown Doral Little Havana Homestead Timeline Our second cohort has an initial start date of June 9th at Wolfson Campus, and will go through a 16-week course based on Harvard’s CS50x program. Upon passing the course, candidates will apply with LaunchCode and test for aptitude, drive and technical ability. Prerequisites & Qualifications In seeking qualified candidates for the technology training initiative, we will work with CareerSource South Florida in ensuring that candidates follow both program guidelines as well as income eligibility requirements in place. We are launching an aggressive awareness campaign led by Jim McKelvey, founder of LaunchCode and keynote speaker at the Emerge Americas conference on May 5th. As there will be national coverage of the conference, this will create a platform for several media outlets to be made aware of this opportunity for South Florida companies to hire qualified candidates. Professional Skills - Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team to share feedback and solve problems. - Can function effectively in a work-place environment and demonstrates professionalism and punctuality. - Demonstrates drive and commitment to success above and beyond baseline expectations. - Demonstrates the ability to continually adapt skills to a changing workforce and evolving technology.

Outcomes: By going through the technology training program at MDC, candidates will acquire the base skillsets needed to qualify for the following tracks of the LaunchCode apprenticeship programs:

Programmer Track:

• Knowledge of at least one imperative (C/C++, Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, Ruby, etc.) or functional language (Haskell, Scala, F#, Clojure, etc.) prior to applying (other than HTML, Markup Languages, etc.)

• Understanding of basic control structures and elements of programs (loops, variables, functions, and potentially objects and classes).

Business Intelligence Track:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of at least one query or database language (i.e., SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.).

• Achieve basic fluency in one scripting language (python, r, etc), along with a grounding in general programming concepts, and an aptitude for math and statistics.

• An interest in business analytics

Other Tracks:

LaunchCode also places some candidates in IT Project Management, Quality Assurance, and System Administration roles.

WE EXPECT A 70% JOB PLACEMENT RATE FOR THOSE STUDENTS PASSING THE REQUIRED TESTS

SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD DATE: 4/30/2015 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6F AGENDA ITEM SUBJECT: ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR A WORK READINESS SKILLS EMPLOYMENT TRAINING AGENDA ITEM TYPE: APPROVAL RECOMMENDATION: The Global Talent Competitiveness Council recommends to the Board the approval to allocate an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Workforce Investment Act (WIA) funds to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency for a Work Readiness Skills Employment Training. STRATEGIC GOAL: PREMIER NATIONAL PROVIDER OF EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIC PROJECT: Increase Creditential Attainment BACKGROUND: The South Florida Workforce Investment Board in partnership with the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redeevlopment Agency are collaborating to provide employment and work readiness skills training. The underlying premise of the Work Readiness Skills Employment Training is designed to assist in removing impediments that may interfere with a job seeker’s participation in training and employment. This preparation helps facilitate a positive employment outcome for those entering or re-entering the workforce regardless of the career path chosen thereafter – training, entrepreneurship or direct job placement. Preparation for the workplace also requires students to be trained to meet industry needs, which necessitates a working relationship between the SFWIB, Contractors, businesses, economic development organizations, and industry associations. The project will provide an employment-based program for job-seekers who reside in low/moderate income areas in Miami Dade County. Specifically, the job seekers targeted for participation in this program are those that live within the designated targeted zip codes. The program goals and objectives for the proposed employment based program are as follows:

1. Assist job seekers in developing a better understanding of workplace behavior, work ethics and employment expectations

2. Job coaching 3. Job placement assistance to obtain long-term unsubsidized employment 4. Provide well-structured program based on both educational and employment related services

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