Contents

Board Information

Board of Directors 3 Monthly Meeting Schedule 5

Consent Agenda 6

President’s Briefing

Special Presentation 26

Contracts 26

Policy 30

MAY BOARD PACKET

May 21, 2014

www.wfsdallas.com 214-290-1000, DART Board offices 1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75202

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

May 21, 2014 – 7:30 AM DART Board Room, 1401 Pacific Ave., 1st Floor, Dallas, Texas 75202

Call to Order — Cathy Kusaka Fraser, Chair Public Comment Introduction of New Board Director Declaration of Conflict of Interest Chairman’s Comments Consent Agenda Action

A. Review and Approval of April 16, 2014 Meeting Minutes and Ratification of All Action Items B. Approval of Training Providers and Vendors C. Contracts and Purchases D. Endorsement of External Grant Applications and Agreements E. Leases

Means, Ends and Expectations Discussion/Action

A. Monthly Performance Analysis B. Monthly Financial Analysis & Financial Statements C. Employer Engagement

President’s Briefing Discussion/Action A. Special Presentation – Language Skills, Board Director Lee Ann Valerio B. Authorization of Contracts, Partnerships, and Agreements

Contract Amendments - ChildCareGroup, ResCare, SER-National, Gulf Coast Trades, DCCCD - Richland College

ResCare Profit Matrix Ratification of Class-sized Training Opportunities and Special Projects

C. Policy Declaration of Sufficiency of Funds and Priority of Services (WIA) General Eligibility Requirements and Continuity of Care for Child Care

D. Quality Assurance and Oversight E. Legislative Updates

General Discussion/Other Business

Closed Session Meeting with Board Attorney; Closed Meeting Pursuant to §551.071 Texas Open Meetings Act

Adjourn

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Board of Directors

Board Officers Cathy Kusaka Fraser, Chair Laurie Bouillion Larrea, President Julie Bugala, Vice Chair Connie Martinez, Secretary Kenneth Bernstein, Treasurer Patrick J. Aulson, Past Chair

Board Directors Patrick J. Aulson, Revelation MD Cathy Kusaka Fraser, Tenet Healthcare Kenneth Bernstein, Ernst & Young Gilbert Gerst, Bank of Texas Tré Black, On-Target Supplies and Logistics Mark King, Micropac Industries Julie Bugala, AT&T Bill O’Dwyer, MIINC Mechanical Juli Chrispen, Turner Construction James Stubbs, Kroger Cristina Criado, Criado and Associates Ellen Torbert, Southwest Airlines Gabriella Draney, Tech Wildcatters Dr. Michael McFarland, Lancaster ISD Dr. Joe May, Dallas County Community College District Lee Ann Valerio, Region 10 ESC Susan Hoff, United Way Metropolitan Dallas Elaine Lantz, Dallas AFL-CIO Carlos Marroquin, SEIU Local 5 Leonor Marquez, Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic Irma Allen, Health & Human Services Commission Rolinda Duran, Texas Department of Assistive and

Rehabilitative Services

Jay Klingelhoffer, Texas Workforce Commission Angela Farley, Dallas Regional Chamber Leslie Boyd, Dallas ISD

 

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Introducing New Board Director

James Stubbs

Kroger, Store Management – Southwest Division James currently serves as Store Management for Kroger Southwest Division. He has worked with Kroger since March 2006. As the Store Manager for Kroger, James is responsible for 300 employees, manages day to day operations, drives sales and ensures clear and strategic direction for employees while offering great customer service. He is a member of the $4 million dollar sales club. Prior to his employment with Kroger, James worked at Riches as a manufacturing plant manager. He was involved in product development, productions and ensuring all orders were completed. James has also worked as an Operations Manager for the CSSD Region with Fed-Ex. He was responsible for managing 6500 employees. He managed all inbound and outbound operations at the Memphis Hub. He made sure all aircrafts inbound landed safely, with no damages to the aircraft and without delay. James was also responsible for the Washington DC flights and coverage for the LAX flight load crew (50 direct reports). James holds a Bachelors’ degree in Business Management from the University of Memphis. James attends Irving Bible Church and a member of the American Legion. He is an active mentor and strong advocate for the community involved in community service. He has a strong passion for people.

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Monthly Meeting Schedule

2014 Wednesday Meeting Dates

May 21, 2014 Summer Break July 16, 2014

August 20, 2014

September, 17, 2014 October 15, 2014

November 12, 2014* Winter Break

*Meeting scheduled for 2nd Wednesday due to the TWC Annual State Conference. Unless otherwise noted, meetings will be held at 7:30 a.m. at the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board Room, 1401 Pacific Avenue, First Floor.

Proposed Monthly Meeting Schedule

2015 Wednesday Meeting Dates

January 21, 2015 February 18, 2015

Spring Break April 15, 2015 May 20, 2015

Summer Break

July 15, 2015 August 19, 2015

September, 16, 2015 October 21, 2015

November 18, 2015 Winter Break

Unless otherwise noted, meetings will be held at 7:30 a.m. at the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)

Board Room, 1401 Pacific Avenue, First Floor.

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Consent Item – A Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes and Ratification of all Action Items

MINUTES

Call To Order/Welcome Cathy Kusaka Fraser, Chair, called the Board of Directors’ meeting to order at 7:33 a.m. and welcomed everyone in attendance. A quorum was present. Public Comment – None Declaration of Conflict of Interest – Leslie Boyd abstained from any Dallas Independent School District items. Chairman’s Comments – Chair, Cathy Fraser commented on her recent meetings in Austin-TAWB, Washington D.C. NAWB, and with Mayor Rawlings. She also mentioned strategic planning sessions in the coming months. The board received comments from Ellen Torbert and Gilbert Gerst regarding their visit with Mayor Rawlings. President Laurie Larrea reviewed the handout from the meeting with Mayor Rawlings that included the WFSDallas’ Mission and Vision, 2013 Year End Review and Funding Sources. Consent Agenda A. Approval of February 19, 2014 Meeting Minutes B. Approval of Training Providers and Vendors Eligible Training Providers WFSDallas received 22 vendor applications to provide Workforce Investment Act training.

PROGRAM RECOMMENDED Course Hours Cost Cost/hour

CLC Incorporated Advanced Material Repair Program 200 $3,000 $15.00

Academy School of Careers Truck Driving 200 $4,200 $21.00

Miller Crane Works, Inc. Tower Crane Operations Level I 120 $5,495 $45.79 Miller Crane Works, Inc Level I Rigger/ Signal Person 5 $295 $59.00 Miller Crane Works, Inc Mobile Crane Operations Fixed/Swing Cab Level I 120 $5,995 $49.95 Miller Crane Works, Inc Mobile Crane Operations Lattice Level I 120 $5,495 $49.95 Miller Crane Works, Inc Mobile Crane Operations Fixed/Swing Cab Level II 45 $1,985 $44.11 Miller Crane Works, Inc Mobile Crane Operations Lattice Level II 45 $1,745 $38.78 Miller Crane Works, Inc Tower Crane Operations Level II 23 $1,745 $75.87 Diesel Driving Academy Advanced Tractor-Trailer Driver Training 600 $10,400 $17.33 LeaderQuest Entry Level Support Technician 400 $9,900 $24.75 LeaderQuest CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate 200 $5,990 $29.95 LeaderQuest MCSA SQL Server 2012 Associate 300 $7,425 $24.75 LeaderQuest MCSA Windows 8 Associated 200 $4,950 $24.75 LeaderQuest MCSA Windows Server 2012 Associate 300 $7,425 $24.75 LeaderQuest MTA Development 240 $5,940 $24.75

Directors Present Tre’ Black Leslie Boyd Juli Chrispen Gabriella Draney Rolinda Duran Cathy Kusaka Fraser, Chair Gilbert Gerst Susan Hoff

Directors Present (con’t) Mark King Jay Klingelhoffer Elaine Lantz Leonor Marquez Dr. Michael McFarland Bill O’Dwyer Ellen Torbert Lee Ann Valerio

Directors Absent Irma Allen Patrick J. Aulson, Past Chair Kenneth Bernstein, Treasurer Julie Bugala Cristina Criado Angela Farley Carlos Marroquin Dr. Joe May

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It was recommended that the Board give authorization to add sixteen (16) training programs as presented above. Programs not recommended were encouraged to resubmit, unless training program is not on the targeted occupations list. ST/Prevocational Training Providers Two proposals were submitted in response to the open procurement for Short-term/Prevocational Intensive Services Request for Information (RFI). The proposals were reviewed and evaluated according to the criteria in the RFI. None of the proposals were recommended for approval. The responses included: Academy School of Careers, Carrollton – GED Preparation, English-as-a-Second Language and Computer Skills. The proposal did not meet the Board’s required threshold (70 points or above) in consideration for adding to the approved list of ST/Prevocational Training Providers. Staff had no recommendation at this time. OGT Test and Research Center Corporation, Dallas – Basic Education Skills, GED Preparation, English-as-a-Second Language and Computer Skills. The proposal did not meet the Board’s required threshold (70 points or above) in consideration for adding to the approved list of ST/Prevocational Training Providers. Staff had no recommendation at this time. C. Contracts and Purchases I. Child Care Professional Development and Training Services Staff received Board authorization to negotiate contracts with Dallas Community College District – Eastfield College, Dallas Association for the Education of Young Children and ChildCareGroup. Staff conducted a thorough review of service delivery plans and following successful negotiations, staff requests ratification of contracts presented below:

Contractor Program Activities Numbers Served

Total Cost

Dallas County Community College District – Eastfield College Outcome: Services will assist child care professionals in receiving a credential; continue education units (CEUs); and opportunities to meet the annual training requirements for Child Care Licensing.

Child Development Associate Degree

(CDA) Credit Courses Scholarships for CDA assessment fee CDA Continuing Education Unit Mini-

Series

45 32 100

$71,794

Dallas Association for the Education of Young Children Outcome: Services will assist child care professionals in designing better learning environments and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum. The training will be CEUs.

(2) Training Series Events - Designing

Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environments and Implementing a Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum

500

$33,340

ChildCareGroup Outcome: Services will assist child care directors/owners and teachers by providing intensive customized training and mentoring to enhance the quality of care at their centers as well as maintain their Texas Rising Star status.

leadership and management customized

training, support and mentoring program as well as train the trainer activities child care professional development

training

30

400

$333,482

It was recommended that the Board give approval to ratify contracts to DCCCD-Eastfield College, Dallas Association for the Education of Young Children, and ChildCareGroup as presented above. Website Development Staff requested bids from current vendors, QNET and Business Access to transition the WFSDallas website from Drupal to a user-friendly format. This was necessary to enhance staff’s ability to modify the website, as needed. Following the website transition, staff recommends a cost of $2,125/month to provide regular maintenance. It was recommended that the Board approve ratification of $24,985 to transition the website from Drupal to Cloud Cannon and authorization for the monthly amount of $2,125 for regular maintenance. D. Endorsement of External Grant Applications and Agreements Federal and State external funding sources often require review and support from the local workforce development board. Board staff evaluates grants for cost reasonableness, appropriateness of program activities, employer demand, and quality of outcomes. These applications occasionally request partnership and/or financial support. The following agreements and applications are presented to the board for endorsement this month and require no financial support from the board. The following opportunities requested Board support:

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Texas Workforce Commission, Self-Sufficiency Grant H.I.S. BridgeBuilders will partner with Omni Hotel Dallas Convention Center and Dallas County Community College District, to offer a five week hospitality program to prepare graduates for work in the hospitality industry. The five week training consists of life skills and work readiness instruction, customer service, and safety skills. There are a total of 169 classroom hours, including 3 days of job shadowing with hospitality personnel. This program will serve 25 students.

Department of Labor, YouthBuild Alameda Heights proposes to continue services to low income youth ages 17-24 with obtaining a combination of occupational skills training and education. Youth will receive construction related trades combined with occupational skills training. Alameda Heights has been a recipient of YouthBuild funds and proposes to receive youth referrals from the workforce centers who are interested in construction related trades. Montgomery Community Development Corp. proposes to serve adjudicated youth through the Gulf Coast Trades Center initiative with the Dallas County Juvenile Probation Department. The grant will offer academic and vocational training to adjudicated youth for several years. Services available include: career exploration, education and training opportunities, resume writing and interview skills, job search services, and paid work experience.

State of Texas, JET program Eastfield College proposes to increase their instructional capacity in Machining and Advanced Manufacturing Technology programs. With the JET program, Eastfield College (Pleasant Grove campus), proposes cutting-edge equipment that will train thousands of students and better prepare the workforce by obtaining competitive skills and enhanced employability.

Texas Workforce Commission, Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Grant On April 7, 2014, the Dallas County AEL Consortium applied to the Texas Workforce Commission for AEL grant funds to serve citizens within Dallas County. WFSDallas partnered with Dallas Independent School District, Dallas County Community College District, Richardson Independent School District, Irving Independent School District, Region 10, the Dallas Public Library and the Wilkinson Center. Collectively, the Consortium partnership will grow AEL services and create opportunities that will positively impact the workforce and educational progress for Dallas County residents.

AmeriCorps VISTA program Citi Foundation has partnered with the Corporation for National & Community Service and Points of Light to create an AmeriCorps VISTA program focused on youth employability. Citi Foundation invited organizations in 10 US cities to apply for the Service Works program, which is intended to help low-income youth and young adults develop leadership and workplace skills in preparation for college and careers. WFSDallas partnered with SER National to recruit and host 5 VISTA volunteer coordinators to help us create a seamless system of youth employability services in Dallas County. If successful, VISTAs will be responsible for: 1) convening youth employment service providers in Dallas County; 2) building the capacity of member organizations; 3)soliciting resources to build out the youth employment services system; and 4) coordinating community participation in the planning, development and implementation of specific community‐serving projects with a long‐term anti‐poverty focus.

It was recommended that the Board approve ratification to approve the above grant applications. Gilbert Gerst made the motion to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed with Ellen Torbert seconding. Leslie Boyd abstained. Means, Ends, and Expectations Monthly Performance Analysis - President Laurie Larrea referenced Pages 12-16 of the board packet and mentioned that all measures were meeting or exceeding expectation. Congratulations to ResCare for extensive improvement in Choices (TANF) Full Work Rate. She also reviewed the trend chart for this measure on page 15 and stated that this is a significant measure in improving poverty and reliance on public benefits. President Larrea continued with Claimant Reemployment within 10 weeks. Monthly Financial Analysis & Financial Statements An analysis of grant spending shows no issues other than “under-spending” in two important fund streams (WIA Adult and WIA Dislocated Worker). ResCare provided staff with a spending plan to improve spending without waste or diversion of funding from the job seeking customer. Newest efforts include training fairs on Saturday to provide better opportunity for job seekers to connect to training providers. We will keep you posted each month. Youth under-spending is scheduled to improve through the significant youth outreach and summer job opportunities. Employer Engagement this month features a few new employers in our system – Belk, Braum’s and our seasonal favorite Lone Star Park. New employer accounts are not accelerating as quickly as this time last year, but we are still trending up. This

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month’s featured industry is Leisure, Hospitality with a representative 214,300 jobs and a year-over-year increase of 6% for the third highest growth rate in Dallas County. Layoffs and closings were covered on Page 23 of the board packet. Closed Session Meeting with Board Attorney; closed Meeting Pursuant to §551.071 Texas Open Meetings – no issues to discuss. President’s Briefing A. Grant Reconciliation

Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Transfer from Dislocated Worker to Adult – over the past year we have seen a steady increase in the number of long-term unemployed adults requiring training to quickly get back to work. Following a discussion with our workforce center contractor, it was determined that it was necessary to equalize the funding streams to better serve the job seeker customer. It is recommended to transfer $1,000,000 from the WIA Dislocated Worker program to the WIA Adult program. The transfer would result in a more equal distribution ($5.82 mil Adult and $5.318 mil Dislocated Worker).

Enhanced Flexibility with the WIA Youth Program - Within State policy, flexibility was offered to train a greater percentage of in-school youth. In previous years, the Board has implemented a youth program which offered a greater emphasis on serving out-of-school youth. Keeping with the Mayor’s education initiatives, it is recommended to modify this WIA youth program to reflect at a minimum of 50% expenditures for out-of-school youth, and provide greater incentive to higher performing/low income students.

National Emergency Grant (NEG) On the Job Training (OJT) – Upon review of available grant funds, it was determined that the same population could be served within the WIA grant program. Rescare has volunteered to return the NEG OJT dollars ($322,922) to the Board. Board staff has determined that the ancillary grant offers unnecessary complications in serving the dislocated worker population. Provided the Board approves this action, staff will begin to work with the Texas Workforce Commission to repurpose these funds. It was recommended that the Board give authorization to implement the grant actions identified above. Ellen Torbert made the motion to accept staff’s recommendation with Mark King seconding. The motion passed. B. Policy The State issued guidance for Child Care Reimbursement Rate Increases in hopes of maximizing rates across the State. As you may recall, this Board approved rates last September, however we were compelled to reexamine funding and respond to the State yesterday. Our contractor, ChildCareGroup, has recommended the attached increases and has assured us that the rates are affordable within our budget. Proportionate increases will also be added to the Texas Rising Star Centers prompting quality certifications. The following rates represent proposed maximum rates – effective and implemented no later than June 1, 2014, pending Texas Workforce Commission concurrence. The proposed child rate increases represents a minimum of 88% of the mean market rate a slight increase from the rate increase approved in September 2013 which was 83%.

Type of Care/Age of Child/Schedule

Licensed Childcare Center

Proposed Full day

Market Rate Full Day

Prior Full Day

Proposed Full day

Enhanced Rate

Market Rate Enhanced Rate

Prior Enhanced

Rate Infants (0-17 mos.) 25.27 29.90 24.82 28.90 29.90 28.90 Toddlers (18-35 mos.) 23.12 27.37 22.72 24.28 27.37 24.00 Preschoolers (3-5 yrs.) 21.32 25.23 20.95 22.39 25.23 22.00 School age (6-12 yrs.) 19.57 23.18 19.25 22.02 23.18 22.02

Type of Care/Age of Child/Schedule

Licensed Childcare Home

Full day Market Rate Full Day

Prior Full Day

Proposed Full day

Enhanced Rate

Market Rate Enhanced Rate

Prior Enhanced

Rate Infants (0-17 mos.) 21.77 25.78 21.40 22.86 25.78 22.47 Toddlers (18-35 mos.) 20.47 24.22 20.11 21.50 24.22 21.12 Preschoolers (3-5 yrs.) 19.52 23.10 19.18 20.50 23.10 20.14 School age (6-12 yrs.) 16.72 19.79 16.43 17.56 19.79 17.26

Type of Care/Age of Child/Schedule

Registered Childcare Home

Full day Market Rate Full Day

Prior Full Day

Proposed Full day

Enhanced rate

Market Rate Enhanced Rate

Prior Enhanced

rate Infants (0-17 mos.) 21.22 25.11 20.85 22.80 25.11 22.80 Toddlers (18-35 mos.) 19.72 23.35 19.38 21.27 23.35 21.27 Preschoolers (3-5 yrs.) 18.52 21.93 18.21 19.45 21.93 19.13

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School age (6-12 yrs.) 15.52 18.39 15.27 18.25 18.39 18.25 This board recommended to approve the increase in Child Care Reimburse Rate contingent on State approval. 1. UI Claimant Work Search Policy

Texas Workforce Commission requires Boards to annually review local labor market conditions to establish the number of work search requirements for unemployment insurance claimants. In August 2013, the policy of 5 weekly work search contacts was reduced to 4 weekly work search contacts. Staff recommends continuing the existing policy of 4 weekly work search contacts for UI claimants based on a review of the labor market.

2. Amendment of Quality Assurance Guidelines to include WD requirements: Incorporating WD Letter 13-11, Change 1 – include procedures for reporting and conducting fact finding for

suspected fraud, waste, theft, program abuse or violation of state or federal law. Incorporating WD Letter 13-13 – handling and protection of personally identifiable information and other sensitive

information. It was recommended that the Board give authorization to approve the policies presented above. Dr. Michael McFarland made the motion to accept staff’s recommendation with Tre’ Black seconding. The motion passed. Legislative - No issues to discuss. General Discussion/Other Business – None. The meeting adjourned at 9:16 a.m.

Recommendation: Ratification of all Action Items and acceptance of April 16, 2014 meeting minutes.

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Consent Item –B Approval of Training Providers and Vendors

Eligible Training Providers WFSDallas received 35 vendor applications to provide Workforce Investment Act training. None of the programs listed below are recommended due to location or not on the targeted occupations list.

PROGRAMS NOT RECOMMENDED Course Hours Cost Cost/hour

Academy School of Careers Computer Operator/Literacy 468

5,800

$12.39 Trinity Valley Community College Accounting AAS 1504

10,056

$6.69

Trinity Valley Community College Manicure/Nail Technology Certificate 640

2,514

$3.93

Trinity Valley Community College Accounting Certificate 1152

6,362

$5.52

Trinity Valley Community College Auto Technology Certificate 1408

3,084

$2.19

Trinity Valley Community College BOA - General Business AAS 1494

10,116

$6.77

Trinity Valley Community College

Business & Office Administration - Office Technology Certificate 1104

5,580

$5.05

Trinity Valley Community College Legal Assistant Technology AAS 1584

9,858

$6.22

Trinity Valley Community College Legal Assistant Technology Certificate 1008

5,360

$5.32

Trinity Valley Community College

Cosmetology Student Instructor (Less than 2 years’ experience) 960

3,168

$3.30

Trinity Valley Community College Manicure/Nail Technology Certificate 640

2,514

$3.93

Trinity Valley Community College Medical Transcription Certificate 576

3,291

$5.71

Trinity Valley Community College

Computer Science - Management Information Systems Certificate (MIS) 1200

4,561

$3.80

Trinity Valley Community College Small Business Technology Certificate 1008

5,232

$5.19

Trinity Valley Community College

Computer Science - Software Applications Specialist Certificate 864

4,575

$5.30

Trinity Valley Community College Criminal Justice AAS 1680

8,981

$5.35

Trinity Valley Community College

Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Certificate 816

4,542

$5.57

Trinity Valley Community College Correctional Systems Certificate 816

4,368

$5.35

Trinity Valley Community Drafting & Design Certificate - 1248

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College Architectural Design Option 4,168 $3.34

Trinity Valley Community College

Drafting & Design Certificate - Mechanical Design Option 1248

4,166

$3.34

Trinity Valley Community College Early Childhood Development AAS 1728

8,980

$5.20

Trinity Valley Community College Early Childhood Educator Certificate 1344

5,425

$4.04

Trinity Valley Community College

Early Childhood Education - Bilingual Para Educator Certificate 1104

6,279

$5.69

Trinity Valley Community College

Early Childhood Educator - Bilingual Mini Certificate 432

2,628

$6.08

Trinity Valley Community College Fire Science Technology AAS 1680

7,934

$4.72

Trinity Valley Community College Fire Science Technology Certificate 1092

4,740

$4.34

Trinity Valley Community College Management AAS 1344

9,327

$6.94

Trinity Valley Community College Management Certificate 960

5,767

$6.01

Trinity Valley Community College Small Business Management Certificate 1056

5,757

$5.45

Trinity Valley Community College Ranch Management AAS 2112

8,148

$3.86

Trinity Valley Community College

Mechanical Engineering Technology AAS 1776

8,354

$4.70

Trinity Valley Community College CAD/CAM-CNC Certificate 1008

2,920

$2.90

Trinity Valley Community College Ranch Management Certificate 1296

4,040

$3.12

Trinity Valley Community College Beef Cattle Management Certificate 480

2,030

$4.23

Trinity Valley Community College Welding AAS 1488

7,012

$4.71

*Programs not recommended will be encouraged to resubmit, unless training program is not on the targeted occupations list. ST/Prevocational Training Providers One proposal was submitted in response to the open procurement for Short-term/Prevocational Intensive Services Request for Information (RFI) from Academy School of Careers, Carrollton which included the following services: GED Preparation, English-as-a-Second Language and Computer Skills. The proposal did not meet the Board’s required threshold (70 points or above) in consideration for adding to the approved list of ST/Prevocational Training Providers. Staff has no recommendation at this time.

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Consent Agenda Item C Contracts and Purchases

DCCCD-Eastfield College Contract Amendment

To continue our quality improvement activities, staff has collaborated with Dallas ISD Pre-K Program and DCCCD-Eastfield College to extend CDA Credential opportunities to DISD Pre-K teachers. Eastfield College currently has a contract offering CDA Credentials to child care providers. Eastfield College is prepared to train up to 90 DISD Pre-K teachers beginning in June. Participants will take a total of 176 clock hours of training in 3 courses during the summer and one practicum course in the early fall to prepare for the CDA Credential assessment process. Assessment fees will be included in the cost for those completing the training. This training will be Continuing Education classes which allow more flexibility for instructor load over the summer and enrolling students quickly. Eastfield College is requesting an additional $120,799 to provide the training up to 90 teachers and associated operational costs not to exceed $120,799.

Consent Agenda Item - D Endorsement of External Grants and Applications

Federal and State external funding sources often require review and support from the local workforce development board. Board staff evaluates grants for cost reasonableness, appropriateness of program activities, employer demand, and quality of outcomes. These applications occasionally request partnership and/or financial support. The following agreements and applications are presented to the board for endorsement this month and require no financial support from the board. The following opportunities requested Board support: Texas Workforce Commission, Skills Development Grant Richland College- Garland Campus will partner with Associa and the Richardson Chamber of Commerce to offer training to 100 current workers and 300 new hires. Associa is a growing and company that is expanding within the Richardson area. This training will enable current workers and new hires to receive training in accounting, excel, customer service and lean office basics. Richland College – Garland Campus will partner with the Dallas County Manufacturing Association to serve 345 trainees. Employer partners include: Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions, Sherwin Williams, The Buferd Co., and Work Area Protection. Ready to Work The Department of Labor has released $150 million in revenues from the H-1B visa program to fund the Ready to Work grant program. Ready to Work is intended to support partnerships among employers, non-profits and the workforce system to provide long-term unemployed individuals with the range of services, training, and access they need to fill middle and high-skill jobs. WFSDallas is partnering with Creating IT Futures Foundation (CITFF), Per Scholas and CompTIA to provide intensive IT industry certification and soft skills training, as well as customized support services for 50 Dallas County residents who have been out of work for more than 27 weeks. The Per Scholas model was recently honored as a national best practice during the White House announcement of its focus on helping the long-term unemployed get back into the labor force.

RECOMMENDATION: Board authorization to amend DCCCD-Eastfield College existing contract with additional funds not to exceed $120,799 through October 30, 2014.

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AARP The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Foundation has invited WFSDallas to apply for a Workforce Investment Board Expansion Grant to build a national network in support of its Back to Work 50+ (BTW 50+) campaign. BTW 50+ is dedicated to moving low income, unemployed people age 50+ from instability to stability by increasing their income through employment. This grant opportunity provides a mechanism for participating organizations to build their internal capacity for linking 50+ job candidates to in-demand jobs. The 24-month, $100,000 grant will also provide information resources, coaching support, and employer access for program participants. The AARP BTW 50+ model was recently honored as a national best practice during the White House announcement of its focus on helping the long-term unemployed get back into the labor force. RECOMMENDATION: Board ratification to approve the above grant applications.

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Consent Agenda Item E Lease Recommendations

Three Leases are up for discussion. After careful analysis of funding, performance and cost for each location, we recommend consideration of ratification of One Main Place. The new owners have only extended a one-year lease terminating 1/31/15. We have been offered by the Southwest Center landlord, a renewal of $35,000 per month (no change or increase). We will pay 50% of necessary carpet repairs up to $3,300. An update for the CitySquare opportunity center will be presented at the meeting.

Center Name Center Address Expiration

Date Square Footage

Rent per Month

Rent per Year

Irving Workforce Center 2520 W. Irving Blvd, Irving 12/31/2018

11,609 13,060.13 156,721.56

Grand Prairie Center 801 West Freeway # 500, Grand Prairie , TX 75051 7/31/2015

14,074

19,351.75

232,221.00

Garland Workforce Center

217 10Th Street, Garland TX 75040 9/30/2014

7,546

217.03

2,604.30

Mesquite Workforce Center

2110 N.Galloway, suite 116 - Mesquite, TX 75150 5/1/2020

10,730

11,177.08

134,124.96

Preston At Alpha 5959 Alpha Road, suite 200, Dallas, TX 2/28/2020

14,371

14,969.79

179,637.48

Southwest Workforce Center

7330 S. Westmoreland Rd, Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75237 8/31/2014

30,000

35,000.00

420,000.00

Martin Luther King Community Ctr

2922 Martin Luther King, Jr. Suite 104, Dallas, TX 75215 M T M

2,710

2,448.65

29,383.80

The Towne Market Workforce Center

3402 North Buckner Boulevard, Suite 308, Dallas Tx 75228 7/31/2015

14,489

16,300.13

195,601.56

Administration Office 1201 Main Street #2700, Dallas, TX 1/31/2015

13,693

14,834.08

178,008.96

CitySquare* 511 N. Akard Street, Suite 201 9/30/2021 10,476 13,548.96 162,587.52 Dallas, Texas 75201

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board ratify the amendment with One Main Place and to authorize approval of the Southwest workforce center lease renewal, as presented above.

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BOARD SUMMARY REPORT - CONTRACTED MEASURES

DALLASBOARD NAME: MARCH 2014 REPORTYear-to-Date Performance Periods* As Originally Published 5/2/2014

FINAL RELEASE

3 7 0 100.00%

% +P & MPWith Positive Performance (+P):

Meeting Performance (MP):

With Negative Performance (-P):

Contracted Measures

Status Summary

% CurrentTarget

EOYTargetMeasure Status From

2 Years Ago YE

Prior Year End To

CurrentPerf. YTD Den

YTD NumCurrentTarget QTR 1 QTR 2 QTR 3 QTR 4

Notes

Source

Reemployment and Employer Engagement MeasuresClaimant Reemployment within 10 Weeks 7/13 12/1353.20%MP 96.86% 53.20% 51.53% 55.99% 52.98% 54.51% 48.03%

24,87412,817TWC

Total Job Postings Filled 1/13 6/1340.60%MP 100.17% 40.60% 40.67% 43.81% 32.92% 39.28% 41.96%8,7243,548TWC

Employer Workforce Assistance 10/13 3/149.22%+P 106.83% 14.40% 9.85% 18.34% 15.74% 7.03% 6.29%69,1196,805TWC

Common Measures ‐ Outcomes

(State Reporting)Staff Guided Entered Employment  10/12 6/1363.30%+P 108.34% 63.30% 68.58% 68.73% 64.03% 67.37% 70.03% 68.36%

4,4173,029TWC

At Risk Employment Retention 4/12 12/1278.00%MP 101.22% 78.00% 78.95% 79.03% 78.15% 78.63% 78.60% 79.76%22,94318,113LBB-NK

Total Job Seekers Educational Achievement 10/12 6/1374.00%MP 97.97% 74.00% 72.50% 72.65% 75.24% 71.78% 70.15% 75.75%1,080783LBB-NK

WIA Youth Placement in Employment/Education

10/12 6/1364.40%MP 96.51% 64.40% 62.15% 58.11% 64.05% 64.86% 58.62% 62.22%531330DOL-C

WIA Youth Literacy/Numeracy Gains 7/13 3/1448.10%MP 99.17% 48.10% 47.70% 48.89% 50.92% 50.56% 54.69% 39.53%239114DOL-C

Program Participation MeasuresChoices Full Work Rate ‐ All Family Total 10/13 3/1432.40%+P 106.54% 32.40% 34.52% 29.14% 33.61% 34.72% 34.31%

937324TWC

Avg # Children Served Per Day ‐ Combined 10/13 3/149,913MP 101.47% 9,913 10,059 10,758 11,442 9,465 10,672130

1,307,714TWC

* Where YTD data is not available, Rolling or ARRA Grant Period data is indicated where possible.  These instances are highlighted via shading/bold font in the 'From/To' columns.

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Board

Measure Weight

Avg Rank

Overall Rank*

% Change in Claimant Reemployment within

10 Weeks

Measure

Current Perf. Rank

45%

Reemployment within 10 Weeks

Rank

55%

Category 1: Claimant Reemployment

% EE Related to Training

Current Perf. Rank

100%

Category 2: WIA Adult/DW

Category 3: WIA Youth

INCENTIVE AWARD STATUS

MARCH 2014 REPORTAs Originally Published 5/2/2014

FINAL RELEASERule 802.166

Rolling Performance Periods

% of WIA Yth Served who are

OOS & BSD

30%

% OOS/BSD WIA Yth

Served who are in Ed/Trng

30%

WIA Youth Placement in Employment/

Education

RankCurrent

Perf. RankCurrent

Perf. RankAvg Rank

Overall Rank*

Current Perf.

One Year Earlier

% Change

40%

Category 4: Choices

Avg Rank

Overall Rank*

% Change in Choices Full Work Rate - All

Family

Current Perf. Rank

45%

Choices Full Work Rate - All

Family

Rank

55%

One Year Earlier

% Change

Quartile 1Brazos Valley 767.14%444458.48% 58.81% ‐0.56% 65.2471.60%644.19%625.75% 777728.83% 34.21% ‐15.73%Concho Valley 679.45%11.552165.21% 62.17% 4.89% 44.6183.33%722.22%721.95% 22.553264.63% 56.10% 15.20%Golden Crescent 387.88%54.26260.13% 61.60% ‐2.39% 22.9571.43%193.33%244.12% 32.654166.35% 61.02% 8.73%Middle Rio 581.67%655553.81% 54.46% ‐1.19% 54.9755.17%384.44%437.82% 555541.36% 40.44% 2.27%North East 189.80%777753.56% 55.47% ‐3.44% 22.9277.05%472.00%339.68% 43.82632.56% 27.97% 16.41%North Texas 288.89%233358.78% 56.30% 4.40% 12.1375.00%287.10%149.21% 65.16443.40% 43.24% 0.37%Texoma 485.25%33.251653.57% 47.18% 13.54% 75.4669.05%552.38%530.88% 11.91343.48% 32.10% 35.45%

Quartile 2Deep East 752.27%222262.37% 60.99% 2.26% 76665.28%622.73%623.40% 655536.94% 42.78% ‐13.65%Heart of Texas 568.89%55.455656.51% 57.38% ‐1.52% 64.8378.57%537.50%720.94% 54.353636.63% 33.97% 7.83%Panhandle 666.90%43.453460.88% 61.03% ‐0.25% 44.6742.42%288.73%435.50% 11.552155.60% 49.21% 12.99%Permian Basin 377.22%32.654164.06% 64.97% ‐1.40% 54.7568.42%478.57%526.92% 44.26246.01% 54.79% ‐16.02%South Texas 475.00%76.456754.53% 56.13% ‐2.85% 11.6192.86%189.69%340.93% 344438.21% 41.10% ‐7.03%Southeast 280.95%11.91361.99% 58.65% 5.69% 22.3278.82%386.84%250.33% 21.91344.72% 38.78% 15.32%West Central 183.93%66.17557.71% 61.15% ‐5.63% 34470.00%78.33%155.81% 777731.84% 39.09% ‐18.55%

Quartile 3Cameron 472.93%64.94652.24% 52.72% ‐0.91% 33.2279.23%367.16%525.87% 44.353634.48% 32.05% 7.58%Capital Area 663.59%22.452357.44% 56.04% 2.50% 12.1375.83%270.03%165.60% 22.351445.43% 32.99% 37.71%Central Texas 380.65%777748.97% 49.70% ‐1.47% 43.7180.00%543.24%622.16% 33.25153.54% 50.65% 5.71%Coastal Bend 564.60%33.756159.15% 59.86% ‐1.19% 55.2762.69%450.00%427.40% 64.656347.19% 48.00% ‐1.69%East Texas 742.86%54.555456.53% 57.06% ‐0.93% 22.5473.61%173.50%262.50% 122247.23% 38.07% 24.06%Rural Capital 281.71%43.93556.12% 54.97% 2.09% 65.4666.20%732.73%330.90% 54.454540.49% 38.10% 6.27%South Plains 187.23%11.451259.05% 56.37% 4.75% 75.9569.49%635.71%77.53% 777731.18% 37.75% ‐17.40%

Quartile 4Alamo 269.21%111158.23% 56.67% 2.75% 65.2469.03%643.12%625.06% 122253.76% 45.06% 19.31%Dallas 638.43%22.452354.25% 52.82% 2.71% 44.6760.17%468.32%261.56% 55.455633.56% 29.91% 12.20%Gulf Coast 721.43%65.657453.85% 53.38% 0.88% 55.1663.65%559.67%446.03% 66.17534.94% 39.06% ‐10.55%Lower Rio 170.95%33.655255.45% 54.82% 1.15% 11.3189.28%278.80%166.59% 22.13168.99% 60.09% 14.81%North Central 457.99%76.456749.84% 49.30% 1.10% 75.6565.70%734.86%538.72% 43.554347.54% 41.58% 14.33%Tarrant County 359.70%54.94651.56% 50.90% 1.30% 23374.80%372.10%352.24% 32.351440.11% 26.41% 51.87%Upper Rio 557.47%43.93552.70% 51.72% 1.89% 33.2276.01%185.00%718.84% 76.456732.35% 32.57% ‐0.68%

*(Based on Average Rank)

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At Risk Empl RetBoard

Reemployment and Employer Engagement

Common Measures - Outcomes

Total Job Postings

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Avg # Children Svd Per

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WIA Youth

AT-A-GLANCE COMPARISON - BOARD CONTRACTED MEASURES

MARCH 2014 REPORTAs Originally Published 5/2/2014

FINAL RELEASEPercent of Target (Year-to-Date Performance Periods)

Green = +P Red = -P Yellow = MP but At Risk White = MP

Employer Workforce Assistance

Choices Full Work Rate - All Family

Total

Alamo 97.95% 102.62% 104.24% 104.59% 101.74% 130.17% 99.13% 064 100%120.00% 110.00% 119.36%

Brazos Valley 100.69% 95.93% 96.04% 103.88% 108.17% 145.53% 104.76% 172 90%97.26% 102.75% 69.91%

Cameron 95.28% 110.24% 104.42% 110.50% 114.50% 188.11% 101.36% 046 100%105.10% 113.91% 98.95%

Capital Area 101.31% 108.20% 102.54% 106.77% 112.79% 172.64% 106.78% 028 100%163.30% 110.99% 112.92%

Central Texas 99.65% 91.09% 101.01% 103.90% 108.99% 207.90% 92.67% 235 80%119.04% 109.12% 118.89%

Coastal Bend 98.32% 105.46% 102.54% 101.91% 99.36% 126.22% 97.51% 073 100%103.10% 109.93% 101.36%

Concho Valley 105.07% 97.84% 102.38% 113.22% 130.40% 148.50% 104.54% 037 100%114.15% 108.51% 148.44%

Dallas 96.86% 108.34% 101.22% 97.97% 96.51% 99.17% 101.47% 073 100%100.17% 106.83% 106.54%

Deep East 101.95% 94.42% 93.50% 112.28% 98.30% 178.19% 92.95% 433 60%104.79% 123.87% 93.04%

East Texas 96.29% 102.84% 99.32% 94.30% 122.02% 126.44% 90.57% 244 80%127.90% 117.87% 103.84%

Golden Crescent 103.00% 102.56% 101.55% 108.56% 99.36% 155.93% 101.45% 154 90%92.61% 109.76% 157.09%

Gulf Coast 99.42% 107.89% 100.13% 102.11% 99.12% 96.51% 120.14% 154 90%116.65% 109.49% 83.82%

Heart of Texas 100.52% 103.46% 101.42% 110.53% 122.73% 138.61% 103.22% 055 100%158.45% 99.55% 106.97%

Lower Rio 101.84% 104.20% 103.81% 117.05% 131.59% 160.19% 100.36% 055 100%101.19% 122.01% 157.27%

Middle Rio 99.02% 112.51% 97.78% 131.83% 141.19% 207.90% 89.07% 226 80%132.17% 132.41% 93.42%

North Central 97.61% 102.86% 101.50% 104.86% 98.09% 164.68% 115.35% 064 100%127.93% 109.38% 104.38%

North East 96.19% 109.23% 98.55% 92.31% 113.74% 142.25% 97.95% 244 80%103.12% 111.10% 87.09%

North Texas 103.48% 103.69% 98.40% 106.01% 108.39% 129.94% 101.22% 055 100%109.84% 117.51% 96.09%

Panhandle 100.85% 98.32% 101.33% 113.73% 107.63% 138.61% 98.06% 046 100%111.25% 125.86% 119.96%

Permian Basin 107.67% 92.97% 101.90% 112.61% 111.77% 103.95% 96.49% 154 90%97.30% 105.93% 100.20%

Rural Capital 101.28% 106.63% 103.96% 103.87% 101.22% 124.74% 111.14% 055 100%106.19% 113.18% 101.84%

South Plains 106.03% 101.30% 97.19% 101.14% 103.87% 19.50% 94.79% 262 80%96.53% 113.83% 102.14%

South Texas 93.86% 104.71% 104.12% 116.05% 126.11% 119.94% 93.54% 244 80%102.77% 120.45% 102.03%

Southeast 103.53% 99.72% 100.22% 111.45% 111.18% 138.61% 97.73% 145 90%116.23% 123.93% 94.89%

Tarrant 99.73% 104.41% 102.31% 103.50% 111.16% 147.13% 95.62% 055 100%129.87% 124.21% 109.19%

Texoma 113.97% 96.30% 99.77% 106.82% 96.44% 142.25% 112.52% 037 100%119.26% 118.52% 125.28%

Upper Rio 102.63% 96.51% 102.88% 103.16% 109.78% 147.05% 105.31% 154 90%93.75% 108.42% 102.83%

West Central 98.66% 100.42% 97.01% 105.28% 112.91% 124.74% 106.38% 046 100%105.85% 117.87% 102.69%

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MEANS, ENDS AND EXPECTATIONSDETAIL EXPENDITURE REPORT

MARCH, 2014

Total %Cummulative % % Expenses + Expenses

Contract Name Contract # End Date Budget Expenses Expended Expected Obligations Obligations Obligations

WIA-YOUTH-PROGRAM 0612WIY000 6/30/2014 4,530,410.00$ 3,512,733.96$ 77.54% 80.00% 1,017,676.04$ 4,530,410.00$ 100.00%WIA-YOUTH-ADMIN 0612WIY000 6/30/2014 503,378.00$ 430,659.00$ 85.55% 80.00% 430,659.00$ 85.55%

TOTAL YOUTH 5,033,788.00$ 3,943,392.96$ 78.34% 80.00% 1,017,676.04$ 4,961,069.00$ 98.56%

WIA-ADULT-PROGRAM 0612WIA000 6/30/2014 4,591,556.00$ 4,214,722.34$ 91.79% 80.00% 376,833.66$ 4,591,556.00$ 100.00%WIA-ADULT-ADMIN 0612WIA000 6/30/2014 510,172.00$ 434,491.55$ 85.17% 80.00% 434,491.55$ 85.17% TOTAL ADULT 5,101,728.00$ 4,649,213.89$ 91.13% 80.00% 376,833.66$ 5,026,047.55$ 98.52%

WIA-DISLOCATED (Includes RR)-PROGRAM 0612WID000 6/30/2014 5,240,362.00$ 4,990,471.26$ 95.23% 80.00% 249,890.74$ 5,240,362.00$ 100.00%WIA-DISLOCATED-ADMIN 0612WID000 6/30/2014 582,262.00$ 429,068.02$ 73.69% 80.00% 429,068.02$ 73.69%

WIA-RAPID RESPONSE-DW 0612WID000 6/30/2014 500,000.00$ 500,000.00$ 100.00% 80.00% -$ 500,000.00$ 100.00% TOTAL DISLOCATED WORKER 6,322,624.00$ 5,919,539.28$ 93.62% 80.00% 249,890.74$ 6,169,430.02$ 97.58%

TOTALS 16,458,140.00$ 14,512,146.13$ 88.18% 80.00% 1,644,400.44$ 16,156,546.57$ 98.17%

WIA-YOUTH-PROGRAM 0613WIY000 6/30/2015 4,388,751.00$ 1,449,399.13$ 33.03% 66.67% 2,604,270.70$ 4,053,669.83$ 92.36%WIA-YOUTH-ADMIN 0613WIY000 6/30/2015 487,639.00$ 162,330.95$ 33.29% 66.67% 162,330.95$ 33.29%

TOTAL YOUTH 4,876,390.00$ 1,611,730.08$ 33.05% 66.67% 2,604,270.70$ 4,216,000.78$ 86.46%

WIA-ADULT-PROGRAM 0613WIA000 6/30/2015 4,394,271.00$ 1,245,559.45$ 28.35% 66.67% 2,661,760.53$ 3,907,319.98$ 88.92%WIA-ADULT-ADMIN 0613WIA000 6/30/2015 488,251.00$ 95,429.52$ 19.55% 66.67% 95,429.52$ 19.55% TOTAL ADULT 4,882,522.00$ 1,340,988.97$ 27.47% 66.67% 2,661,760.53$ 4,002,749.50$ 81.98%

WIA-DISLOCATED (Includes RR)-PROGRAM 0613WID000 6/30/2015 5,236,273.00$ 900,157.12$ 17.19% 66.67% 3,847,926.60$ 4,748,083.72$ 90.68%WIA-DISLOCATED-ADMIN 0613WID000 6/30/2015 581,807.00$ 74,251.39$ 12.76% 66.67% 74,251.39$ 12.76%

WIA-RAPID RESPONSE-DW 0613WID000 6/30/2015 500,000.00$ 102,105.07$ 20.42% 66.67% -$ 102,105.07$ 20.42% TOTAL DISLOCATED WORKER 6,318,080.00$ 1,076,513.58$ 17.04% 66.67% 3,847,926.60$ 4,924,440.18$ 77.94%

WIA PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE AWA 0614PAA000 12/31/2014 15,000.00$ 0.00% 25.00% -$ 0.00%

TOTALS 16,091,992.00$ 4,029,232.63$ 25.04% 66.67% 9,113,957.83$ 13,143,190.46$ 81.68%.

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MEANS, ENDS AND EXPECTATIONSMONTHLY EXPENDITURE REPORT

MARCH, 2014

Total %Cummulative % % Expenses + Expenses

Contract Name Contract # End Date Budget Expenses Expended Expected Obligations Obligations Obligations

WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT

WIA FORMULA FUNDS 0610 WIA FUNDS 6/30/2011 16,458,140.00$ 14,512,146.13$ 88.18% 80.00% 1,644,400.44$ 16,156,546.57$ 98.17%

WIA FORMULA FUNDS 0611 WIA FUNDS 6/30/2011 16,091,992.00$ 4,029,232.63$ 25.04% 66.67% 9,113,957.83$ 13,143,190.46$ 81.68%

RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION 0614RAG000 9/30/2014 17,469.00$ 12,094.90$ 69.24% 50.00% -$ 12,094.90$ 69.24%

TRA-2014 0614TRA000 12/31/2014 2,451,692.00$ 501,984.83$ 20.48% 40.00% 1,750,694.66$ 2,252,679.49$ 91.88%

WIA NATIONAL EMERGENCY GRANT 0614NEG000 6/30/2015 322,922.00$ 13,761.01$ 4.26% 31.82% 282,346.53$ 296,107.54$ 91.70%

Totals 35,342,215.00$ 19,069,219.50$ 53.96% 12,791,399.46$ 31,860,618.96$ 90.15%

WAGNER-PEYSER EMPLOYMENT SERVICE

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 0614WPA000-1 12/31/2014 431,518.00$ 127,492.96$ 29.55% 40.00% -$ 127,492.96$ 29.55%

Totals 431,518.00$ 127,492.96$ 29.55% -$ 127,492.96$ 29.55%

FOOD STAMP EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING

SNAP E&T 0614SNE000 9/30/2014 1,254,348.00$ 407,012.98$ 32.45% 50.00% 616,168.60$ 1,023,181.58$ 81.57%

SNAP E&T-ABAWD ONLY 0614SNA000 9/30/2014 594,279.00$ 426,878.25$ 71.83% 50.00% 125,863.40$ 552,741.65$ 93.01%Totals 1,848,627.00$ 833,891.23$ 45.11% 742,032.00$ 1,575,923.23$ 85.25%

TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEED FAMILIES

NONCUSTODIAL PARENT CHOICES PRGM 0614NCP000 9/30/2014 446,265.00$ 308,165.86$ 69.05% 53.85% 120,745.02$ 428,910.88$ 96.11%

TANF(CHOICES) 0614TAN000 10/31/2014 9,611,854.00$ 3,601,081.34$ 37.47% 46.15% 4,525,007.23$ 8,126,088.57$ 84.54%

Totals 10,058,119.00$ 3,909,247.20$ 38.87% 4,645,752.25$ 8,554,999.45$ 85.06%

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MEANS, ENDS AND EXPECTATIONSMONTHLY EXPENDITURE REPORT

MARCH, 2014

Total %Cummulative % % Expenses + Expenses

Contract Name Contract # End Date Budget Expenses Expended Expected Obligations Obligations Obligations

CHILD CARE SERVICES

CCF CCMS CHILD CARE 0614CCF000-2 10/31/2014 43,012,024.00$ 17,304,580.30$ 40.23% 46.15% 24,693,822.63$ 41,998,402.93$ 97.64%

CHILD CARE ATTENDANCE AUTOMATION 0614CAA000 9/30/2014 364,391.00$ 191,939.56$ 52.67% 50.00% 172,451.44$ 364,391.00$ 100.00%

CCM CCMS LOCAL INITIATIVE 0614CCM000 12/31/2014 5,724,400.00$ 84,961.13$ 1.48% 40.00% 5,573,694.85$ 5,658,655.98$ 98.85%-$

CHILD CARE DFPS 0614CCP000 8/31/2014 2,995,100.00$ 2,138,402.03$ 71.40% 58.33% 856,697.97$ 2,995,100.00$ 100.00%

CHILD CARE QUALITY 0614CCQ000 10/31/2014 994,621.00$ 26,989.08$ 2.71% 46.15% 28,010.92$ 55,000.00$ 5.53%

Totals 53,090,536.00$ 19,746,872.10$ 37.19% 31,324,677.81$ 51,071,549.91$ 96.20%

STATE OF TEXAS

Totals -$ -$ -$ -$

GRAND TOTALS 100,771,015.00$ 43,686,722.99$ 2.05$ 49,503,861.52$ 93,190,584.51$ 92.48%

PRIVATE

TEXAS VETERANS COMMISSION TVC 9/30/2014 131,468.47$ 50,053.90$ 38.07% 50.00% -$ 50,053.90$ 38.07%

HCA PARTNERSHIP INITIATIVE 0603WDR000 OPEN 431,833.04$ 382,095.58$ 88.48% -$ 382,095.58$ 88.48%

Totals 563,301.51$ 432,149.48$ 76.72% -$ 432,149.48$ 76.72%

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Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas

Statements of Financial Position (Unaudited)

March 31, 2014 and December 31 2013

Assets03/31/2014

(Unaudited)12/31/2013

(Unaudited)

Cash $ 3,401,217 3,906,277 Grants receivable 5,592,584 7,903,708 Advances and other receivables 660,485 61,112 Prepaid expenses 97,974 131,832 Investment 424,476 245,280 Equipment, net 10,620 20,603

Total assets $ 10,187,356 12,268,812

Liabilities and Net Assets

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 8,452,885 11,517,128

Employee Benefits Payable 424,476 245,280 Deferred revenue 1,229,584 426,005

Total liabilities 10,106,945 12,188,413

Unrestricted net assets 80,411 80,399

Commitments and contingencies

Total liabilities and net assets $ 10,187,356 12,268,812

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Monthly Jobseeker Summary Report April 1, 2014 – April 30, 2014

www.jobseeker.wfsdallas.com

HIGHLIGHTS

- The trend of more views continues as there was a 17% increase in the number of visits

(sessions) opened from March to April. There were also more than 4,900 more visits, 7,500

more page views and 4,700 users during April.

- A new calculation shows that 48% of the visitors who came to the site to take the WinAt-

Work training through the Quality Group came back to the Job Seeker page after taking the

training.

WORKSHOPS

A total of 297 Workshops were launched during April, below are the top 10

Workshop Title # of Launches Developing Job Search Self-Confidence 43

Top 10 Interview Questions 29 From New Career to Renewed Career 27 WFS Job Seeker Tour 27 Identifying Your Strengths 24 Social Networking Tools in the Job Search 19 Resume Development 18 Resume Realities 16 Financial Survival - Money 15 Perseverance Pays 14

CONTACT

Jaime Schwartz Branch, Operations Manager

jschwartz@business-access.com

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Employer Engagement ActivitiesThrough Latest Reporting Period Noted

Employer Engagement Report  May 2014

Employers Served in April

Dallas Regional Industry Employment Gains (Year Over Year)Mar 2013 – Mar 2014

*In FY13, additional accounts were created to better serve employers with multiple locations resulting in higher than average monthly totals.

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New Layoff Activity/ClosingsApril 2014

Employer Engagement Report  May 2014

Dallas Regional Industry Profile:  Mining, Logging, ConstructionThrough Latest Reporting Period Noted

Occupations in Highest Demand Top 6‐Figure Job Ads Most ActiveEmployers

Computer Occupations Business Development Manager Lehigh Hanson

Engineers Senior Project Manager

Pioneer NaturalResources

Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers

Project Manager Luminant

Other Management Occupations Sales Manager Balfour Beatty Construction

Operations Specialties Managers Senior Reservoir Engineer Davaco, Inc

Source:  Wanted Analytics, 02/06/14 – 05/06/14

Industry Median Salary for Recent Postings:  $63,050

• 2nd smallest industry group by number of employees in the region

• Highest annual growth rate from Feb 2013 ‐ Feb 2014

• 40% of current openings only require a HS diploma

Company Layoffs/Closings Industry Date Received #EE’s Affected

Requested Services

Ovus Technologies LLC All Other Support Services 4/2/2014 11 NoMedical Clinic of North Texas Offices of Physicians 4/4/14 3 PendingNorth TX Healthcare Laundry Linen Supply 4/14/14 15 NoVillage Kitchen & Toko V Restaurants Full‐Service Restaurants 4/4/14 26 NoEmeritus at Vickery Towers Continuing Care Retirement Communities 4/7/14 127 YesDallas Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing 4/9/14 14 PendingColdwater Creek Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 12 YesColdwater Creek – Cedar Hill Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 12 YesColdwater Creek – Garland Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 12 YesDot's – LBJ Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 5 NoDot's – RL Thornton Freeway Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 6 NoDot's – DFW Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 6 NoDot's – Mesquite Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 11 NoDot's – Town East Women's Clothing Stores 4/15/2014 11 NoOak Farms Dallas West Farm & Garden Equip Merchant Wholes 4/15/2014 173 YesExpress Scripts – Irving Pharmacies and Drug Stores 4/30/14 148 Pending

Annual Comparisons April Total 5922009 2010 2011 2012 2013 YTD 2014 2,34810,011 2,598 6,123 9,344 6,006 YTD 2013 1,745119 52 72 74 78 YOY +36%

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President’s Briefing Item – A Special Presentation

Special presentation provided by Lee Ann Valerio for language skills and proposed collaboration with DFW International Community Alliance- focuses on education, cultural events, and communication. Established in 1997 with the creation of their website www.dfwinternational.org, they have built an extensive network of collaborative partners and volunteers and have created positive change through a number of venues. Their efforts have increased the awareness of the changing demographics of the North Texas region and influenced the participation of individuals from diverse backgrounds into mainstream.

President’s Briefing Item – B Authorization of Contracts, Partnerships, and Agreements

I. ChildCareGroup Contract Amendment

In accordance with HB376, Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has made Child Care and Development Fund funds available to Local Workforce Development Boards (Boards) to hire employees for the provision of technical assistance. These funds will allow ChildCareGroup (CCG) to hire Mentors/Coaches to meet regularly with and provide child care resources, including developmentally appropriate books, materials, and equipment, to TRS-certified providers. ChildCareGroup is requesting $102,380 for 3 additional positions and associated operational costs through September 30, 2014.

II. Rescare Contract Amendment

Workforce Investment Act – Adult and Dislocated Worker contract and budget expire June 30, 2014. New funding is effective July 1, 2014 for a 12 month cycle; however, our contractor has not fully exhausted budget. Staff recommends extension of the existing contract through September 30, 2014 with negotiated addition of dollars, as necessary. Negotiated amounts will be presented for action at the board meeting. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Funds - Negotiations with Rescare have clarified a need to realign some funding within the SNAP program categories, to award new money recently received from the Texas Workforce Commission and to make all additional funding available for direct customer assistance. Our CFO has determined that this will result in the deobligation in $36,000 in (SNAP/ABAWD) and obligation of $192,500 (non-ABAWD) funding to Rescare’s contract.

III. Youth Contract Amendments (WIA) - youth contracts and budgets expire June 30, 2014. New funding is effective July 1, 2014 for a 12 month cycle; however, none of our contractors have fully exhausted budget. Staff recommends extension of the existing contracts through September 30, 2014 with negotiated addition of dollars, as necessary. Negotiated amounts will be presented for action at the board meeting.

IV. Ratification of Class-sized Training Opportunities and Special Projects - we are working closely with

Dallas County Community College District to add alternative workforce training options to meet local employers. These innovative training options have combined components of the Skills Development grant opportunities for new hires by offering just in-time training options with direct partnerships with local employers including work-based learning. Staff proposes the addition of class-sized training and on-the-job/work based training as options in the local workforce delivery system.

Recommendation: Board authorization to amend CCG’s existing contract with additional funds not to exceed $102,380 through September 30, 2014.

Recommendation: Board authorization to approve the contract amendment as presented.

Recommendation: Board authorization to add class-sized training and on-the-job/work-based training as options in the local workforce delivery system.

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May 21, 2014 Board Meeting 

 

President’s Briefing Item – B Authorization of Contracts, Partnerships and Agreements

V. FY14 ResCare Contract – Profit Matrix The profit matrix for ResCare’s contract is up for review with the new procurement and new proposal to remove the Claimant Reemployment within 10 weeks measure and combine the three Choices measures into one measure. The Board specific Non-Custodial Parent measure will remain the same as with no changes.

DALLAS COUNTY LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, INC. CONTRACT REIMBURSEMENT BUDGET - ARBOR E&T LLC d.b.a. RESCARE WORKFORCE SERVICES

WORKFORCE SOLUTION OFFICES PROFIT MATRIX

GOAL Performance

Target 60% Incentive

(MP) ** 80% Incentive

(+P) **

100% Incentive Top Five Board in the State**

Percentage at Risk

Claimants Reemployment within 10 weeks 53.20% MP +P Top 5 12.00%

Total Job Postings Filled 40.60% MP +P Top 5 14.00%

Employer Workforce Assistance 14.40% MP +P Top 5 14.00%

Staff Guided Entered Employment 63.30% MP +P Top 5 10.00%

At Risk Employment Retention 78.00% MP +P Top 5 10.00%

Total Job Seekers Educational Achievement 74.00% MP +P Top 5 10.00%

Choices Full Work Rate – All Family Total 32.40% MP +P Top 5 30.00%

Grand Total 100.00%

* Profit not to exceed $600,000 ** All incentives are payable only on cumulative September 2014 final (year-end) performance report. MP = percent of target is within 5% of the target - earns 60% of the incentive percentage at risk. +P = percent of target is more than 5% over the target - earns 80% of the incentive percentage at risk. Top 5 = achieving Top 5 status for individual measures meeting and ranking in the Top 5 of the 28 Boards in Texas will earn a full 100% of the incentive percentage at risk.

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May 21, 2014 Board Meeting 

 

DALLAS COUNTY LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, INC. CONTRACT REIMBURSEMENT BUDGET - PROFIT MATRIX

BUDGET PERIOD: October 1, 2013 - September 30, 2014 Board Specific Non-Custodial Parent Choices Program (NCP) Performance Measures

NCP GOAL Performance

Target 80% Incentive

(MP) ** 100% Incentive

(+P) ** Percentage at Risk

Obtained Employment Rate 65.00% MP +P 50.00%

Retained Employment Rate 50.00% MP +P 50.00%

Grand Total 100.00%

* Profit not to exceed $14,332

** All incentives are payable only on cumulative September 2014 final (year-end) performance report. MP = percent of target is within 5% of the target - earns 80% of the incentive percentage at risk. +P = percent of target is more than 5% over the target - earns 100% of the incentive percentage at risk.

Definitions:

Obtained employment - exiters who obtained employment while participating in the NCP Choices Program after first service. Only those who exit Case Dismissed, Court Imposed Penalty, or Closed Successful are counted towards performance measure.

Retained employment - participants who retained employment for six (6) months while participating in the NCP Choices Program after first service.

Obtained employment rate - of the number exited without exclusion reason, the number who has obtained employment without exclusion reason.

Retained employment rate - of the exiters with employment at any time between the court order date and six (6) months prior to the exit date and who exited without exclusion reason, the number who retained employment.

  Recommendation: Board authorization to approve the profit matrix as presented for the FY14 ResCare contract.

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President’s Briefing Item - C Policy

I. Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Unrestricted Resources Local Policy Modification

With funds available and the need to target individuals with barriers to employment, WFSDallas would like to designate “unrestricted resources” for the WIA Adult program. This enables the workforce centers to target priority groups (defined below), to qualify for training scholarships. Unrestricted resources, as defined by the Texas Workforce Commission, allows the workforce centers to serve customers who have barriers to employment, with no income eligibility requirements. Customers that require support services (childcare and transportation); will be required to show proof of income to qualify.

II. WIA Priority of Services In September 2013, the Board rescinded the Sequence of Services policy and replaced with the WIA Guidelines (WD Letter 04-13, change 1). Pursuant to the Guidelines, this Amendment will offer guidance in designating priority of services with an unrestricted resources designation. The ultimate goal of WIA is to prepare individuals for high skill/high wage jobs. Training will directly correlate to employment that offers individuals an opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency and within growth opportunities. The board will provide priority of services to the following groups:

Veterans Individuals having difficulty securing and maintaining a self-sustaining wage Poor work history, Individuals on or at risk of being on public assistance (all forms), Ex-offenders, Long-term unemployed/unskilled or lacking education credential, Foster youth (current or within the past two years), Individuals with disabilities, Homeless/at-risk of becoming homeless, OR Other justified barriers, restriction, or circumstances preventing sustainable employment and

retention.

III. General Eligibility Requirements for ChildCare

Our Childcare contractor, ChildCareGroup, has requested a modification to the general eligibility requirements for childcare requiring a modification in board policy S0508. This modification would allow for more individuals to qualify for childcare services. The waitlist is at an all-time low and this will assist in bringing in more children. Currently the eligibility requirements are at 185% federal poverty guidelines. In Dallas County, the families served on average fall within the family size of three. Staff is proposing to lower requirements to 85% State Median Income to enable more children to participate and closely align with our regional partners. Attachment illustrates the income eligibility levels. 85% State Median Income (SMI) for basic eligibility, 85% SMI for transitional, 85% SMI extended year, and 85% SMI for teen parents.

Recommendation: Board ratification to amend local policy from Restricted Resources to Unrestricted Resources beginning on May 1st.

Recommendation: Board ratification to approve the priority of services policy beginning May 1st for the WIA Adult program.

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It is important to note, parents pay a fee even though they are enrolled in subsidized childcare. The share of cost is determined by the income and family size, therefore the more money an individual makes, the higher the parent share of cost (PSOC). The more the parent pays, the lower overall cost for the subsidy which will help us serve more children or raise rates for providers. Example of the PSOC-A family of 3, that has two children in care and a gross monthly income of $3,800 would pay a total of $405.00 for all children (regardless of the age of the child, and this is the full monthly amount).

 

IV. Continuity of Care

WD Letter 36-08 indicates that Boards could have a provision of child care during brief breaks. The amendment to WFSDallas Policy S0308 will allow Teen Parents to leave their infants in care during the breaks, including summer break to ensure continuity of care for their babies. This would ensure that the infant has continuity of care, with a consistent caregiver, and the parent does not have to worry that the slot will be unavailable once the break is over. The children of teen parents are considered a higher risk of developmental delays and need intensive support. The Childcare Contractor will ensure that when the school year begins, verification will occur that the teen has re-entered High School, if not, then the parent will be discontinued from services.

Recommendation: Board authorization to approve the modification to the General Eligibility requirements for childcare from 185%FPG to 85% SMI.

Recommendation: Board authorization to approve the continuity of care policy.

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Gross Annual Income

Family Size

100% FPG

150% FPG

175% FPG

185% FPG

200% FPG

55% SMI

75% SMI

80% SMI

85% SMI

1 $11,490 $17,235 $20,108 $21,257 $22,980 $19,128 $26,083 $27,822 $29,561 2 $15,510 $23,265 $27,143 $28,694 $31,020 $25,013 $34,109 $36,383 $38,657 3 $19,530 $29,295 $34,178 $36,131 $39,060 $30,899 $42,134 $44,943 $47,752 4 $23,550 $35,325 $41,213 $43,568 $47,100 $36,784 $50,160 $53,504 $56,848 5 $27,570 $41,355 $48,248 $51,005 $55,140 $42,669 $58,186 $62,065 $65,944 6 $31,590 $47,385 $55,283 $58,442 $63,180 $48,555 $66,211 $70,625 $75,039 7 $35,610 $53,415 $62,318 $65,879 $71,220 $49,658 $67,716 $72,230 $76,745 8 $39,630 $59,445 $69,353 $73,316 * $50,762 $69,221 $73,836 $78,450 9 $43,650 $65,475 $76,388 * * $51,865 $70,726 $75,441 $80,156

10 $47,670 $71,505 * * * $52,969 $72,230 $77,046 $81,861 11 $51,690 $77,535 * * * $54,072 $73,735 $78,651 $83,567 12 $55,710 $83,565 * * * $55,176 $75,240 $80,256 $85,272 13 $59,730 * * * * $56,280 $76,745 $81,861 $86,977 14 $63,750 * * * * $57,383 $78,250 $83,466 $88,683 15 $67,770 * * * * $58,487 $79,754 $85,071 $90,388

* These income figures exceed 85 percent of SMI for a family of the same size. Families at these income levels are not eligible for CCDF child care.

Sources: United States Department of Health and Human Services Poverty Guidelines, Federal Register, Vol. 78, No. 16, published January 24, 2013. United States Department of Health and Human Services State Median Income Estimates, Federal Register, Vol. 78, No. 94, published May 15, 2013.

Gross Monthly Income

Family Size

100% FPG

150% FPG

175% FPG

185% FPG

200% FPG

55% SMI

75% SMI

80% SMI

85% SMI

1 $ 958 $ 1,436 $ 1,676 $ 1,771 $ 1,915 $ 1,594 $ 2,174 $ 2,319 $ 2,463 2 $ 1,293 $ 1,939 $ 2,262 $ 2,391 $ 2,585 $ 2,084 $ 2,842 $ 3,032 $ 3,221 3 $ 1,628 $ 2,441 $ 2,848 $ 3,011 $ 3,255 $ 2,575 $ 3,511 $ 3,745 $ 3,979 4 $ 1,963 $ 2,944 $ 3,434 $ 3,631 $ 3,925 $ 3,065 $ 4,180 $ 4,459 $ 4,737 5 $ 2,298 $ 3,446 $ 4,021 $ 4,250 $ 4,595 $ 3,556 $ 4,849 $ 5,172 $ 5,495 6 $ 2,633 $ 3,949 $ 4,607 $ 4,870 $ 5,265 $ 4,046 $ 5,518 $ 5,885 $ 6,253 7 $ 2,968 $ 4,451 $ 5,193 $ 5,490 $ 5,935 $ 4,138 $ 5,643 $ 6,019 $ 6,395 8 $ 3,303 $ 4,954 $ 5,779 $ 6,110 * $ 4,230 $ 5,768 $ 6,153 $ 6,537 9 $ 3,638 $ 5,456 $ 6,366 * * $ 4,322 $ 5,894 $ 6,287 $ 6,680

10 $ 3,973 $ 5,959 * * * $ 4,414 $ 6,019 $ 6,420 $ 6,822 11 $ 4,308 $ 6,461 * * * $ 4,506 $ 6,145 $ 6,554 $ 6,964 12 $ 4,643 $ 6,964 * * * $ 4,598 $ 6,270 $ 6,688 $ 7,106 13 $ 4,978 * * * * $ 4,690 $ 6,395 $ 6,822 $ 7,248 14 $ 5,313 * * * * $ 4,782 $ 6,521 $ 6,956 $ 7,390 15 $ 5,648 * * * * $ 4,874 $ 6,646 $ 7,089 $ 7,532

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Quality Assurance and Oversight, President’s Briefing - Item D WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS GREATER DALLAS MONITORING RESULTS

Shaded areas briefed in previous report

Date / Contractor

Type and Scope of Review Issues Noted Results

November, 2013 WIA Youth DC 11.13

Program Review of WIA Youth Work Experience

Made recommendations related to Work Experience Pending Final Report – due 5/20/14

October, 2013 WIA Dislocated Worker DC 10.13

Program Review of WIA Dislocated Worker Services Core services Eligibility Assisted Core Intensive Services Individual Employment Plan Training Services ITA Support Services Case Management Performance Outcome Tab Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry Case Closure O’NET and CIP Codes

Made recommendations related to the following: Core Services Eligibility Assisted Core Intensive Services Individual Employment Plan Training Services ITA Support Services Case Management Performance Outcome Tab Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry Case Closure

Pending Final Report

October, 2013 WIA Adult DC09.13

Program Review of WIA Adult Services Contract including: Core services Eligibility Assisted Core Intensive Services Individual Employment Plan Training Services ITA Support Services Case Management Performance Outcome Tab Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry

Made recommendations related to the following: Core Services Eligibility Assisted Core Intensive Services Individual Employment Plan Training Services ITA Support Services Case Management Performance Outcome Tab Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry Case Closure

Pending Final Report

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Quality Assurance and Oversight, President’s Briefing - Item D WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS GREATER DALLAS MONITORING RESULTS

Shaded areas briefed in previous report

Date / Contractor

Type and Scope of Review Issues Noted Results

Case Closure O’NET and CIP Codes

July 2013 Child Care Group DC07-13

Program Review of Child Care Services Contract including: Redetermination Eligibility Parent’s Share of Cost Documentation Actions TWIST Relative Care Information

Made recommendations related to the following: Eligibility Parent’s Share of Cost Documentation Actions TWIST

Final report issued. Contractor response forwarded to external monitor for review. Follow-up report to come.

April 2013 ResCare Workforce Services DC.02.13.Choices

Program Review of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Choices program including: Eligibility Assessment Family Employment Plan Family Work Requirement Allowable Activities Participation Case Management Support Services Non-Cooperation Post-employment Services Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry

Made recommendations related to the following areas: Eligibility Assessment Family Employment Plan Family Work Requirement Allowable Activities Participation Case Management Support Services Non-Cooperation Post-employment Services Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry

Final report issued. Contractor response forwarded to external monitor for review.

March 2013 SER National Jobs

Program Review of Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth including: Eligibility and Assessment Individual Service Strategy

Made recommendations related to the following areas: Eligibility and Assessment Individual Service Strategy

Final report issued. Contractor response received and forwarded to external monitor for review. Final Determination Report to come.

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Quality Assurance and Oversight, President’s Briefing - Item D WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS GREATER DALLAS MONITORING RESULTS

Shaded areas briefed in previous report

Date / Contractor

Type and Scope of Review Issues Noted Results

for Progress DC 06.13

Youth Component and Co-enrollment Case Management Support Services Case Closure and follow-up services Performance outcome tab Employment outcome Tab

Youth Component Co-enrollment Case Management Support Services Follow-up Employment Outcome Tab

March 2013 Dallas County Community College District DC 03.13

Program Review of Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth including: including: Eligibility Assessment Individual Services Strategy (ISS) Youth Components/ Elements Case Management Support Services Case Closure Performance Outcome Tab Employment Outcome Tab TWIST Data Entry

Made recommendations related to the following areas: Eligibility Assessment Individual Services Strategy (ISS) Youth Components/ Elements Case Management Support Services Case Closure

Contractor response received and forwarded to external monitor for review. Response was incomplete. External monitor provided technical assistance to the contractor. Amended response received and forwarded to external monitor for review. Final Determination Report to come.

February 2013 ResCare Workforce Services DC 01.13

Program Review of Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth including: Eligibility and Assessment Individual Service Strategy Youth Component Case Management Support Services Case Closure and follow-up services Performance outcome tab Employment outcome tab

Made recommendations related to the following areas: Eligibility and Assessment Individual Service Strategy Youth Component Case Management Support Services Case closure and follow up services Performance outcome tab Employment outcome tab

Contactor response forwarded to external monitor for review. Final Determination Report to come.

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President’s Briefing Item—E Legislative Updates

Appropriations/Budget On May 5th, the House Appropriations Committee released its proposed FY 2015 allocation for the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill setting the allocation at $155.693 billion. This is $1 billion less than FY14 levels. Since 2010, domestic discretionary programs have absorbed nearly three-quarters of the funding cuts made under the FY2011 Continuing Resolution, the Budget Control Act, the American Taxpayer Relief Act, and other measures to realize savings in the federal budget.

Senate Budget Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray (WA) filed allocations for appropriators as the bipartisan Budget Act deal brokered late last year required. Accordingly, she set budget authority at $1.014 trillion as did Senator Ryan which matches the Congressional Budget Office's baseline figure. However, Senate Republicans are raising questions about the spending allocations Murray (WA) introduced. While Murray set budget authority at $1.014 trillion (what agencies can legally obligate the government to pay), she set budget outlays at $1.16 trillion (actual disbursements from the Treasury) -- $19 billion above the budget outlays set by Chairman Ryan.

DOL Employment and Training Administration Assistant Secretary On April 28th Portia Wu was officially sworn in by Department Secretary Thomas Perez as Assistant Secretary of Labor for the Employment and Training Administration. Wu was nominated by President Obama in December and confirmed by the Senate in April. Prior to serving at the Department of Labor, Wu served in the White House as Special Assistant to the President for Labor and Workforce Policy. Job-Driven Grants In April, the Department of Labor announced the availability of up to $150 million in funding through the new Job-Driven National Emergency Grant program to train workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own for jobs in high-demand industries. These investments will help create or build upon employer partnerships that provide opportunities for training that result in an industry-recognized credential. Funding will also be used to provide services such as coaching, counseling, and direct job placement, which help laid-off workers with available jobs. Veterans Employment Center In April, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden announced the launch of a one-stop job-shopping website for veterans to create resumes, connect with employers and become part of a database for companies as more veterans leave the military. Michelle Obama announced the new Veterans Employment Center at Fort Campbell, KY during a special veterans’ jobs summit. The website will help veterans and military spouses more easily translate military skills into private-sector skills and provide career and training data. The Departments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, Labor, Office of Personnel Management and Small Business Administration all worked together to create the resource. The launch of the Veterans Employment Center is the latest in a series of efforts the Administration has led to help former service members and their families. www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal/ebenefits.portal

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CLF Employed Unemployed Rate CLF Employed Unemployed Rate

Mar-14 1,211,706 1,143,181 68,525 5.7 Mar-14 12,955,590 12,263,096 692,494 5.3 Feb-14 1,206,755 1,131,078 75,677 6.3 Feb-14 12,906,314 12,150,460 755,854 5.9 Mar-13 1,187,935 1,108,405 79,530 6.7 Mar-13 12,723,227 11,917,373 805,854 6.3

Mar-14 Feb-14 Mar-13 OTY

Continued 14,662 15,057 14,290 372

Mar-14 Feb-14 Mar-13 OTY

Continued 129,200 130,397 129,222 -22

Dallas Texas

3rd Quarter 2013 $1,115.20 $952.05 2nd Quarter 2013 $1,104.69 $943.59 3rd Quarter 2012 $1,085.47 $929.04

Quarter Change $10.51 $8.46 OTY Change $29.73 $23.01

SUPER SECTOR Employment Quarter Year

Construction 74,182 3,144 3,479 Education & Health Services 175,301 -50 2,012 Federal 25,322 -360 -832 Financial Activities 149,479 2,686 6,178 Information 48,220 925 1,553 Leisure & Hospitality 140,821 427 6,431 Local 118,245 -1,071 3,330 Manufacturing 108,016 -990 -5,069 Natural Resources & Mining 9,280 67 -757 Nonclassified 555 149 92 Other Services 39,797 420 -655 Professional & Business Services 290,398 3,103 4,154 State 18,932 561 236 Trade, Transportation, & Utilities 304,210 5,899 8,915 TOTAL 1,502,758 14,910 29,067

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