The Workforce Investment Act of 1998 requires the local WDC to
form a subgroup to assist the larger Council with workforce issues
related to youth. This "Youth Council" must be appointed by WDC
members in cooperation with the Chief Local Elected Official. The
Youth Council is advisory to the WDC. The Youth Council provides a
forum for the discussion and review of youth program models and
problems encountered.
Duties of the Youth Council include:
Develop the portions of the
local WIA Title I-B Plan relating to eligible youth, as
determined by the Council Chairperson.
Ensure that parents,
participants, and other interested community members are
involved in the design and implementation of these programs.
Subject to the approval of the
WDC:
Recommending eligible providers
of youth activities to be awarded grants or contracts on a
competitive basis by the local WDC to carry out the youth
activities.
Conducting oversight with
respect to the providers of youth activities in the local area.
Coordinate WIA Title I-B youth
activities in the area.
Other duties determined to be
appropriate by the WDC chairperson, such as establishing
linkages with educational agencies and other youth entities.
Providing a forum for initial
discussion on emerging issues affecting youth and the workforce
development system.
Responsible for Customer
Satisfaction analysis of youth programs/services including
recommending goals for improvement and increased accountability.
Coordinates with the Program
Planning and Development Committee agenda and reports
recommendations.
Serving Island, San Juan,
Skagit and Whatcom Counties
The Northwest
Workforce Development Council is an equal opportunity employer
and provider of employment and training services.
Auxiliary aids and services are available to persons of
disability.
