Annual Report

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1 Annual Report

2 Workforce Development Board Letter Letter fro0m from the the Chair Chair LETTER FROM THE BOARD CHAIR To become an extreamly successful Workforce Development Board (WDB), it takes strong, decisive, and innovative people. Sound governance is the root of growth. Dedicated leadership of the Joint Powers Board, the WDB, CEO, and the hardworking staff of Local Workforce Development Area 5 (LWDA 5) have made Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. the success it is today ranking as one of the top boards in the nation in Year 2012! Something we are very proud of. The success of our WDB is motivated by its dedicated board members driving innovation, improving quality customer service delivery, exceeding performance outcomes, and embracing change. Shifting from Private Industry Council to the Workforce Investment Act in 1998, and now the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, was met with increased challenges. Workforce development formula funds continue to diminish, while WDBs are required, under federal law, to assume more responsibility and oversight of WorkForce Center services. Boards are now responsible to submit local and regional plans to the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), as well as meet all performance measures negotiated for the LWDA. Furthermore, under WIOA, WDBs have new business engagement performance measures, not yet written by the U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Education. In addition, under WIOA, WDBs are now required to work and plan regionally. In January 2016, CMJTS (11-county area) and Career Solutions (2-county area), formerly Stearns-Benton Employment & Training Council, joined forces to develop a 13-county planning region, establishing a new regional board called the Region 3 Leadership and Planning Board (R3LPB). The R3LPB was recognized at the Governor s Workforce Development Board s (GWDB) regional plan review, as one of the top 16 progressive regional boards in Minnesota. The R3LPB quickly put their federal directives into action. They scheduled a joint board meeting with CMJTS WDB and Career Solutions WDB to lay out their plans for the region. They selected two sector strategies for the region healthcare and manufacturing and moved forward with planning three regional healthcare sector summits. The outcome of the summits found that central Minnesota has a healthcare crisis, reporting there is a lack of skilled labor for the thousands of job openings in this sector, while the Baby Boomer generation continues to retire in record numbers. The summits called upon healthcare providers to lead a Healthcare Sector Task Force, partnering with key stakeholders education, workforce development, economic development, chambers, local elected officials, mayors, Adult Basic Education, colleges, universities, etc. to solve this crisis. To further resolve the workforce shortage crisis in central Minnesota, the R3LPB and WDBs are currently engaging diverse populations and their leaders in the community. Farewell from the WDB Chair After serving on the CMJTS WDB for 22 years, I will be retiring June 30, 2018, when my term ends. It has been hard work, filled with tenacity, passion, and dedication to service that has driven me throughout my 22 years on the board and 13 years as board chair. I have enjoyed educating legislators in our area on CMJTS programs and services, mentoring new board members, inspiring board and staff to become workforce development ambassadors and the voice of CMJTS services in their communities, and supporting the chief executive in making innovative changes to the corporation. Leaving a legacy is inspired by awesome leadership and a deep knowledge of the corporation and its programs and services. It is my pleasure to have served alongside the CMJTS CEO for 18 of my 22 years on the WDB. Barbara Chaffee is and has been that successful leader one to be proud of. Barbara is knowledgeable, innovative, creative, and dedicated making sure CMJTS is one of the top leading boards and employment and training service providers in the nation. I leave my position as chair confident that the CMJTS WDB will continue to be served by great leadership in the years to come and continue their local, state, and national involvement with the Minnesota Workforce Council Association, National Association of Workforce Boards, Governor s Workforce Development Board, National Workforce Association, and other key partners. I want to personally thank the Central Minnesota Joint Powers Board of County Commissioners, the WDB, CEO and CMJTS staff, WorkForce Center partners, and all 16 WDBs from across the state of Minnesota for allowing me to serve them throughout my 22-year tenure. Sincerely, Trish Taylor, Chair Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board 1

3 LETTER FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE YEAR 2016 Understanding the Important Work of the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. Workforce Development Board, Region 3 Leadership and Planning Board, and the Central Minnesota Joint Powers Board of County Commissioners Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) Addressing Opportunities and Barriers According to the National Association of Workforce Boards, LWDBs 648 boards across this nation must set a higher bar when managing, convening, analyzing, and communicating workforce development strategies in their communities or regions, as required under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Manage: LWDBs are the regional leadership of the federally funded system (WIOA) that balances workforce supply and demand. They enable business leaders to share and apply best practices to real-world recruiting and placement challenges while developing and conducting programs to prepare the existing and future workforce for the regional economy. Convene: LWDBs bring jobseekers, employers, and learning providers together to match available talent with open positions. They are the hub of the workforce intelligence for business, education, and economic development in their region. LWDBs represent the business community broadly and can bring disparate communities together to evaluate and address common problems. Analyze: LWDBs understand local markets and provide regional-specific context for jobseekers and employers. They represent the breadth of each labor market and can evaluate the landscape, identify gaps, and find resources and partners to bridge them. LWDBs leverage the expertise and experience of the business community to identify a path forward for job creation. Communicate: LWDBs are the voice of the employment community and speak for the unique needs of jobseekers and employers. They advocate for policies, funding, and other resources necessary to boost employment. LWDBs share insight on trends, forecast needs, and build support for solutions. The CMJTS Workforce Development Board (WDB) has several active committees that do the work of managing, convening, analyzing, and communicating outlined in this report. The board committees include: Executive Committee: Mission to provide the WDB with operational leadership and ensure the bylaws are successfully carried out CMJTS, Inc. Operations Committee: Mission to provide effective oversight to CMJTS programs and corporate operations Workforce Development Committee: Mission to provide leadership in connecting local/regional business, education, and economic development initiatives, as well as ensuring quality services in the WorkForce Center System or One-Stop Centers Youth Committee: Mission to help make a connection between learning and earning Community & Government Relations Committee: Mission to develop and foster community and government relations while promoting the WDB s interests and policies Region 3 Leadership and Planning Board (R3LPB) Regional Plan Under WIOA, the governor and local elected officials must designate regions in the state to receive their federal allotments for employment and training programs and services. In addition, regions must develop a regional board and must complete a regional plan. In Minnesota, there are six planning regions (see map, page 3), LWDA 5 (CMJTS) and 17 (Career Solutions, formerly Stearns-Benton Employment & Training Council) are combined as Region 3 Planning Region. The CMJTS and Career Solutions WDBs established the R3LPB (see membership, page 4). The R3LPB completed their regional plan and submitted it to the Governor and the Governor s Workforce Development Board for review and approval. The primary components of the regional plans in Minnesota include: (1) establish representative regional leadership, (2) engage diverse stakeholders, (3) address employment disparities, (4) create industry-led sector partnerships to build career pathways in high-demand occupations, and (5) establish regional governance. Central Minnesota Joint Powers Board (JPB) The JPB is made up of 11 county commissioners, one appointed county commissioner from each county: Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Pine, Renville, Sherburne, and Wright. The JPB s mission is to guarantee the success and viability of the WorkForce Center System in LWDA 5, provide WDB oversight, preserve local control efforts, and support the Central Minnesota LWDA 5 Joint Powers Board Agreement. Under federal law and state statute, if a workforce development area has two or more counties, it must be governed under a JPB agreement. Therefore, the JPB is the governing unit over employment and training formula funds that come directly from the U.S. Department of Labor. CMJTS is the administrative entity and fiscal agent for the JPB of County Commissioners in the aforementioned counties, since Sincerely, Barbara Chaffee, CEO Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. Letter Letter from the CEO CEO 2

4 Local Area and Regional Workforce Development Area Maps Minnesota Local Workforce Development Areas Northwest PIC WSA 1 Rural MN CEP WSA 2 Southwest MN PIC WSA 6 Kittson Stearns-Benton ETC WSA 17 Central MN WSA 5 Marshall Polk Norman Clay Wilkin Traverse Big Stone Lac Qui Parle Swift Yellow Medicine Roseau Pennington Red Lake Lincoln Clearwater Mahnomen Grant Stevens Becker Otter Tail Lyon Murray Watonwan Douglas Pope Chippewa Renville Redwood Lake of the Woods Beltrami Hubbard Wadena Todd Kandiyohi Stearns Meeker Pipestone Cottonwood Rock Nobles Jackson Martin South Central WSA 7 Brown Cass Benton Wright Blue Earth Koochiching Crow Wing Morrison McLeod Sibley Nicollet Carver Faribault Itasca St. Louis Lake Mille Lacs Sherburne Aitkin Kanabec Isanti Anoka Hennepin Le Sueur Scott Waseca Rice Freeborn Dakota Steele Chisago Carlton Washington Pine Goodhue Dodge Mower Wabasha Olmsted Dakota-Scott WSA 14 Winona Fillmore Houston Northeast MN WSA 3 Cook City of Duluth WSA 4 Anoka County WSA 12 Ramsey County WSA 15 Washington County WSA 16 City of Minneapolis WSA 10 Hennepin-Carver WSA 9 Southeastern MN WSA 8 EDR (Economic Development Region) Winona County WSA 18 WSA (Workforce Service Area) Minnesota Regional Planning Areas 3

5 Heidi Peper, Chair Career Solutions Workforce Development Board Chair Vision Vision Commissioner Jim McMahon Career Solutions JPB Chair The Region 3 Leadership & Planning Board (R3LPB) is committed to the establishment of regional strategies that are progressive, innovative, collaborative, and responsive to the needs of its communities in the 13-county region of Benton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Pine, Renville, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties. Mission Mission Commissioner Rick Greene Vice Chair CMJTS JPB Chair Commissioner Leigh Lenzmeier (Outgoing) Career Solutions JPB Chair Loren Nelson CMJTS Workforce Development Board Vice Chair To improve the economic prosperity of business and jobseekers in Region 3 by collaborating with key stakeholders to provide successful solutions to workforce, education, and economic development. CMJTS (Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.) Career Solutions (formerly, SBETC Stearns-Benton Employment & Training Council) Commissioner Harlan Madsen CMJTS JPB Vice Chair Trish Taylor CMJTS Workforce Development Board Chair Jill Magelssen Career Solutions Workforce Development Board Vice Chair Tammy Biery Career Solutions Executive Director Commissioner DeWayne Mareck Career Solutions JPB Vice Chair Barbara Chaffee CMJTS Chief Executive Officer Region 3 Leadership Leadership and and Planning Board Board 4

6 CHISAGO COUNTY CHISAGO COUNTY CHISAGO COUNTY CHISAGO Business Services Success Stories Chisago County Business Upskills Their Workforce Using Incumbent Worker Dollars When Andersen Corporation in North Branch learned about the availability of CMJTS incumbent worker training opportunity, they connected with CMJTS business services staff and applied for funds to train and develop a large cross section of their current workforce. The training was tailored to fit the needs of various departments. Pine Technical and Community College was contracted to build and provide the training. A customized welding session was developed for the technical and maintenance groups. Coaching and collaborating training was provided to the production leads and extrusion technicians. StrengthsFinder 2.0 and MS Excel training was given to floor leaders in the areas of production, technical, quality, and management. The management at Andersen commented, It was beneficial to customize the training to what our teams needed and to have our training dollars matched. In total, 55 employees successfully completed training through the Incumbent Worker Program. The overall feedback from employees was extremely positive and well received. The management at Andersen commented, It was beneficial to customize the training to what our teams needed and to have our training dollars matched. We were pleased to partner with Pine Technical (and Community) College and build customized training modules that met our needs and enhanced our employee skills sets, both technically and interpersonally. 5

7 ISANTI COUNTY ISANTI COUNTY ISANTI COUNTY ISANTI COUN Youth Brings Positive Attitude and Outstanding Work Ethic to His Internship Lavell recently moved to Cambridge with his family. He is planning to attend college in the fall of 2017 for business communication and was in need of a work experience to develop his skills in this area. Lavell contacted Ryan, CMJTS employment specialist at the Cambridge WorkForce Center, and enrolled in the Minnesota Youth Program (MYP). Ryan connected Lavell with the City of Cambridge for an internship. Through his internship, Lavell assisted the City with marketing and communications. His duties included writing scripts and producing videos, writing press releases, contacting actors and volunteers to appear in marketing videos, and assisting with administrative office duties. Youth Programs Success Stories Lynda, the city manager, said Lavell is a delight to work with. He always brings a positive attitude and an outstanding work ethic with him each day. The work experience program provided the City an opportunity to branch out and undertake a marketing effort. Lavell had excellent life experience but needed an opportunity for work experience. I am glad we connected through this program and deeply appreciate the life skills he brought to the City for our marketing efforts. I am extremely grateful, said Lavell. I would never have had this opportunity if it weren t for the work program and my work specialist. They have been instrumental in my current success. My internship has given me many skills that I know will ensure my success for the future. 6

8 KANABEC COUNTY KANABEC COUNTY KANABEC COUNTY KANABEC Adult Programs Success Stories 360 Career Success Skills Class Inspire Inmate to Make Positive Changes in Life I came from a background of fast money, drugs, and time in jails and prisons. I am a 42-year-old convict, which is the title I earned after ripping and running around the streets. About half of my life has been spent in jails and prisons. I consider myself lucky because many of my friends have not made it out of jail or have been placed in mental institutions. I was brought to the Kanabec County Jail on a parole violation in January I was restless and confused about what I was going to do with the rest of my life. I was bored and tired of reading and sitting in the unit, so I decided to do something with my time. I found myself in a class called 360 Career Success Skills. Not only did I find something to do with my time, but I learned more about myself and that I wanted to do more with my life. Through the 360 classes, Kimberly (CMJTS employment specialist) showed me that I was employable. The lessons I learned throughout the weeks from Kimberly were not only about job training, but skills and training for everyday living. I learned how to make a 360-degree turnaround in all aspects of my life. I am still a work in progress, but I now have purpose and walk with that purpose. One of my favorite skills I learned is selective attention. The reason this is so important to me is because I can relate with my life. Even though old friends and my past environment are still around me, I choose to focus on what is happening with myself now and move on from my past. Damion Damion has received job offers following his release from jail and has landed his first job. He looks forward to a brighter future and getting a place of his own for the first time. 7

9 KANDIYOHI COUNTY KANDIYOHI COUNTY KANDIYOHI COUNTY KAN Youthbuild Pantry Box Provides a Way for Community to Help Its Most Needy The pantry box, built by the CMJTS Kandiyohi County Youthbuild group, was inspired by a blessing box currently located in Kandiyohi County. Similar in concept to the blessing box where people drop off or pick up food, the pantry box is for those in need in a community. The pantry box is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Elsa, CMJTS Youthbuild advisor and employment specialist, brought the idea of building pantry boxes to the Youthbuild group. The youth quickly picked up on the idea and began constructing the boxes. A CMJTS youth leadership group in Litchfield took on the responsibility of finding a permanent location for the mini pantry. Youth Programs Success Stories The pantry box was placed outside Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Dassel. The church youth group took on the responsibility for its upkeep, making sure the pantry remains stocked. Four more places are requesting pantry boxes, said Elsa. This is exciting news and I m sure the Youthbuilders will want to continue to help the needy in our communities through this project. Word of this project reached the Minnesota Legislature and Lt. Governor Tina Smith, both of whom sent official recognition to the youth! 8

10 MCLEOD COUNTY MCLEOD COUNTY MCLEOD COUNTY MCLEOD Public Assistance Programs Success Stories Single Parent Is Overcoming Multiple Employment Barriers While Working Part-Time Caridad is a single parent to four young girls. When she met with Jill, CMJTS employment specialist, she had a 9 th grade education, no transportation, and was struggling to find daycare for her daughters. She enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and began working with Jill to overcome these obstacles. Caridad, now working on her GED, has completed and passed the Science, Social, and Reasoning through Language Arts (RLA) portions of the GED. She is working on the math portion and hopes to complete that exam by the end of summer. Through the help of MFIP, Caridad has daycare for her daughters, a vehicle, and is also working part-time at Walmart, where she was chosen by her manager as employee of the month in December 2016! When Caridad obtains her GED, she plans to continue her education, perhaps in the medical field, starting with becoming a certified nursing assistant. 9

11 MEEKER COUNTY MEEKER COUNTY MEEKER COUNTY MEEKER Learning New Job Search Strategies Pays Off in Short Job Search for DWP Participant Cristina s last job was eight years ago. After staying home to raise her family, she found herself in need of employment to support her family. She met with Erica, CMJTS employment specialist, and enrolled in the Diversionary Work Program (DWP). At their first meeting Cristina reported she had a recent job interview, and although hopeful, she felt that her interview skills were rusty. Erica gave Cristina many tips and resources to study on how to improve job search and interviewing skills. Cristina did not get the job she mentioned at their first meeting, but after that she dug in and wasted no time studying the materials Erica had given her. She learned a lot and definitely found areas in which she could improve. Erica was very impressed with Cristina s efforts, especially after not being in the workforce for that length of time. Public Assistance Programs Success Stories Soon Cristina had another interview and, with her improved skills, was offered a part-time job in Litchfield. After eight years of being a stay-at-home mom, Cristina landed a job in a month s time! Besides help with her job search, Erica was able to help Cristina with transportation and work clothing for her new job. Cristina loves her job and Erica is very proud of Cristina s self-determination and strength. Cristina wasted no time and took her job search seriously. As a result, her efforts paid off in a big and quick way. Within a few months, her employer offered Cristina a full-time position as head of a department. Congratulations, Cristina! 10

12 MILLE LACS COUNTY MILLE LACS COUNTY MILLE LACS COUNTY MI Lance graduated from high school in May 2017, and was hired as a full-time custodian, with benefits, at Isle High School. Youth Programs Success Stories Work Experience Motivates Youth to Graduate; Leads to Full-Time Job Following High School When Lance was a junior at Isle High School, his Individualized Education Program (IEP) case manager referred him to the CMJTS Youth Program to learn work-readiness and job search skills. Lance enrolled in the Youth at Work program. In a town of 700 people, businesses are limited and employment opportunities for teenagers are hard to find. In addition, Lance had limited transportation, but since he was already in town for school, a work experience in Isle High School s custodial department was a good fit. Lance s work experience started in April and ended in August 2016, right before he turned 18 and started his senior year. Since he did so well in his work experience, Lance was hired as an on-call custodian at Isle High School and would fill openings on the 3 PM to 11 PM shift after school. Lance enjoyed the work and his co-workers, and the possibility of working full-time for the school motivated him to graduate on time. Lance graduated from high school in May 2017, and was hired as a full-time custodian, with benefits, at Isle High School. 11

13 PINE COUNTY PINE COUNTY PINE COUNTY PINE COUNTY Dislocated Worker Finds Her Passion in Non-Traditional Job Tricia was separated from her job in November She had worked as a stylist and store manager since 2005; however, this was not her ultimate career goal. When she was laid off she decided to pursue her passion. Tricia had always been interested in cars, racing, driving, and restoring vehicles. With career guidance from Janelle, CMJTS employment specialist, Tricia sought retraining assistance to obtain a commercial driver s license (CDL) through the WIOA Dislocated Worker Program. She attended Lake Superior College and successfully completed the CDL program. Tricia was the only female in the program and finished when other classmates did not. Adult Programs Success Stories After graduating, Tricia found an over-the-road driving job with Halver Lines. Her first trip out she experienced mountains, snow (which required putting chains on the tires), and backing into a narrow ramp. After about eight months with Halver s, Tricia now has an in-state driving job with Central Landscaping, working 60 hours a week at $18 an hour. Tricia is enjoying her new occupation in a nontraditional career for women. Congratulations, Tricia! 12

14 RENVILLE COUNTY RENVILLE COUNTY RENVILLE COUNTY RENVIL Adult Programs Success Stories Transitioning Adult and Business Benefit from CMJTS Adult Program My name is Tricia. I had the opportunity to work with the Adult Program, (Central Minnesota) Jobs and Training Services through my employment at Rural Computer Consulting. I came to this area during a transitioning time in my life. The experience has truly been wonderful. In part, due to the support, case management, and extended job training opportunities made available to me through Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services. This program works to ensure that community members and small businesses thrive! 13

15 SHERBURNE COUNTY SHERBURNE COUNTY SHERBURNE COUNTY Work Experience Develops Student s Career Success Skills; Is Life-Changing Experience My daughter has had many challenges throughout her school years, including anxiety and depression. She was often defiant and wasn t responsible about her day-to-day tasks. Alexis has always known she s wanted to work with the youth for many years she was set on being a nanny. We ve had many conversations about going on to college and seeing what else is out there, but she insisted that is what she wanted to do. Last school year, Amber (CMJTS employment specialist) came to the school and met with Alexis. There was an opening at Kids Club after school (for a work experience) that Amber thought would be a perfect fit. Alexis started working there last spring. Every day she would tell me, I wish I could work more, I love going to work! When the schedule was made she never fussed about whether she had to get up at 5:30 AM or if she didn t start until 11 AM. She didn t care, she just was happy to go to work. Since then, Alexis has started to babysit a lot more for others and she volunteers at church in the nursery. I don t worry about her like I used to about what she s doing, if she s making good choices, or if her assignments are getting done at school. I just want to thank everyone that takes part in making these programs available and to those who have donated to CMJTS. Without any of you, my daughter wouldn t have gotten the opportunity to learn what she has, and I am more comfortable with her future. It s been a truly life-changing experience. Cheryl On June 9, Lexi graduated from high school and started her first day as a school district employee at Kids Club. The changes in Lexi are amazing. Over the past year, I have been able to watch her grow into a butterfly! She went from a girl that wouldn t even look up at me when talking, to this beautiful, happy girl who is confident and always smiling. Her journey is not over! She has decided to give college a try, so stay tuned as I am sure the story will continue to be positive. This kind of story is why I love my job! Amber, CMJTS employment specialist Amber was able to get Alexis into a position in a daycare facility and Alexis has flourished. She has gained self-confidence, time management skills, maturity, a sense of accomplishment, and real-life job experience that has helped direct her decisions for her future. Nathan Hamrin, Big Lake High School special education teacher Youth Programs Success Stories 14

16 WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COU Adult Programs Success Stories Dislocated Worker Transitions Successfully to Transportation Sector Vincent attended a dislocated worker orientation session at the Monticello WorkForce Center in June After the meeting, he met with CMJTS staff to discuss his situation. Vincent had worked as a dental technician for the same company for 28 years, fabricating gold crowns, bridges, and implants. Vincent had only a high school diploma; all of his skills were learned on the job. With all the changes in technology and the use of computer-generated systems, his worked slowed. Vincent found part-time work driving a tow truck to offset his expenses, but eventually his dental technician position was eliminated. Vincent searched for another job in the dental industry. The majority of jobs now required a minimum of a two-year degree and specific certifications. Going back to school for two years was not a viable option for Vincent. Since he had trucking experience, Vincent decided to explore jobs in the transportation industry. CMJTS provided contact information for commercial driver s license (CDL) training programs and Vincent conducted informational interviews. Vincent chose to attend the Transportation Center for Excellence for which CMJTS was able to provide tuition assistance. After his successful completion of training in September, Vincent obtained his CDL and conducted his job search with the aid of job leads provided by CMJTS. Soon he had an offer which he accepted from U.S. Foods for a full-time delivery driver. Congratulations, Vincent! 15

17 WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COUNTY WRIGHT COUNTY Reimagine Retail Grant Helps Business Hire Valuable Employee I enrolled in the CMJTS Youth Program in July 2014 with Jennifer (CMJTS employment specialist) and it has impacted my life in many positive ways. The program provided me with plenty of opportunities to improve my life and my family s. Jennifer has helped me sort through my interests and skills to pursue the right career path by having me take tests (assessments) and doing personal and professional research. I m currently taking pre-nursing classes at Ridgewater and my main goal is to enroll into the LPN program for the 2017 fall semester. The CMJTS Youth Program provided me with resources and stepping stones to gain more experience in my field of choice. I have been employed at Good Samaritan Society (nursing home) in Howard Lake since October 2014, right after Jennifer helped me obtain my certificates as a nursing assistant and trained medication aide. Jennifer not only helped build my professionalism, she helped me see the potential in myself to work towards bigger and better goals. I am incredibly grateful to have a professional and comfortable connection with a Youth employment specialist from the CMJTS Youth Program that is proficient, supportive, and highly respectable. I am extremely appreciative for everything Jennifer and CMJTS has helped me accomplish thus far. Work Experience Confirms Job Goal in Graphic Design; Leads to Permanent Job Amber enrolled in the WIOA Youth Program in 2016 for help in finding a direction for her career and for college planning. She graduated from St. Michael High School and was working at Caribou and Applebee s to advance her long-term goal of going to college and getting her own apartment. Amber completed career assessments and received guidance from CMJTS staff before enrolling at North Hennepin Community College to pursue a career in graphic design. As Sade prepared to enter the LPN program, she enrolled in the WIOA Adult Program and applied for a Minnesota Jobs Skills Partnership Grant for assistance with tuition. To gain relevant experience in the field, Amber started a work experience through ReImagine Retail at Royal Printing in Buffalo, working alongside owner, Judy LaPlant. Judy trained Amber on many aspects of the printing industry and customer service. When Amber s work experience ended, Judy offered Amber a position as a customer service representative through the CMJTS On-the-Job Training Program (OJT). Currently, Amber is working at Royal Printing and growing her skills in the industry while she continues college for an associate s degree in graphic design. Amber stated, This has felt like an internship working with an independent business owner and good person. I have gained experience in the printing design industry, which is my career goal. CMJTS is a great transitioning place and opportunity that is attainable and accessible to a lot of people. Success Stories Youth Programs 16

18 2018 JANUARY Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat FEBRUARY Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat MARCH Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat JULY Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat AUGUST Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat SEPTEMBER Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Holidays WorkForce Centers Closed Workforce Development Board (WDB) & WDB Committee Meetings Joint Powers Board (JPB) Meetings 30 17

19 2018 APRIL Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat MAY Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat JUNE Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat OCTOBER Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat NOVEMBER Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat DECEMBER Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Holidays WorkForce Centers Closed Workforce Development Board (WDB) & WDB Committee Meetings Joint Powers Board (JPB) Meetings

20 Workforce Development Board Workforce Development Board PRIVATE INDUSTRY Trish Taylor Chair Taylor Land Surveyors Wright/Sherburne Counties Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board JOINT POWERS BOARD OFFICERS Loren Nelson Vice Chair Aurelius Mfg. Co., Inc. Isanti County Commissioner Rick Greene Chisago County REHABILITATION AGENCY Brian O Donnell Treasurer Priority One Midwest Realty McLeod County Commissioner Harlan Madsen Kandiyohi County Becky Lourey Secretary Nemadji Research Corp. Pine County ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) Commissioner Mike Warring Isanti County Spencer Bjerga RiverWood Bank Sherburne/Wright Counties Rod Pederson Functional Industries, Inc. Wright County Pamela Moriarity Metro North ABE- Elk River Sherburne County 19

21 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT SERVICE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY Annette Greely Elim-Park View Care Center & Campus Wright County Joan Berning Dept. of Employment & Economic Development Kandiyohi County Elaine Hierlinger Hierlinger s Shoes Mille Lacs County PUBLIC ASSISTANCE AGENCY Jami Goodrum Schwartz Wright County Health & Human Services Denise Johnson (Outgoing) RiteWay Conveyors, Inc. McLeod County EDUCATIONAL AGENCY Dr. Douglas Allen Ridgewater College Kandiyohi County Mark Netzinger Physical Therapy Consultants, Inc. Isanti County APPRENTICESHIP Cindy Shore Shore Dynamics, Inc. Wright County Jim Nimlos Minneapolis Electrical Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee Wright County ECONOMIC Workforce Development Board Workforce Development Board Nancy Hoffman Chisago County HRA/EDA Dan Weber Assistant County Administrator Sherburne County 20

22 Central Minnesota Joint Powers Board Joint Powers Board Joint Powers Board JOINT POWERS BOARD Rick Greene Chair Chisago County Commissioner Harlan Madsen Vice Chair Kandiyohi County Commissioner Mike Huberty Meeker County Commissioner Mike Warring Secretary Isanti County Commissioner Christine Husom Wright County Commissioner Lisa Fobbe Sherburne County Commissioner Randy Kramer Renville County Commissioner Steve Hallan Pine County Commissioner Rachel Leonard (Outgoing) Sherburne County Commissioner Les Nielsen Kanabec County Commissioner Ron Shimanski McLeod County Commissioner Tim Wilhelm Mille Lacs County Commissioner 21

23 Youth Committee Preparing Youth Today for America s Workforce of Tomorrow CENTRAL MINNESOTA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD YOUTH COMMITTEE Commissioner Harlan Madsen Chair Joint Powers Board Richard Baker Vice Chair Economic Development Denise Johnson (Outgoing) Private Industry Workforce Development Board Julie Goldenman Foster Parent Barry Kirchoff Education Bianca Gonzáles (Outgoing) Youth Participant Mark Lee Education Amy Hertzog Juvenile Justice Margaret Munson (Outgoing) Juvenile Justice Youth Committee Youth Committee Vicki VanderVegt Public Housing Eric Day CMJTS Manager Advisor to Youth Committee 22

24 CMJTS Leadership CMJTS Leadership EXECUTIVE TEAM Barbara Chaffee Chief Executive Officer Colleen McNab South Regional Supervisor Tricia Bigaouette Finance Director Diana Ristamaki North Regional Supervisor Kristin Yeager Human Resources/ Information Technology Director Brian Davis Central Regional Supervisor Leslie Wojtowicz Workforce Development Division Manager Nancy Kircher Accounting Supervisor Cathy Baumgartner South Region Workforce Development Coordinator Rebecca Perrotti North Region Workforce Development Coordinator Tim Zipoy Central Region Workforce Development Coordinator 23

25 Dina Wuornos Adult & Dislocated Worker Program and Central Region Manager Tony Banken Network Administrator III Twylla Wozniak Public Assistance/ SCSEP Program and North Region Manager Christina Pflueger Work-Based Training Coordinator Eric Day Youth Program and South Region Manager Jennifer Russell Economic Development Coordinator Victoria Hosch Executive Assistant CMJTS Leadership CMJTS Leadership Tera Brooks Disability Resource Coordinator Pennie Lee Senior Services Coordinator 24

26 CMJTS Donor Recognition CMJTS Donor Recognition CMJTS DONOR RECOGNITION Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as you ever can. John Wesley, Theologian ( ) Anthony Banken Catherine Baumgartner Tricia Bigaouette Jonathon Brenny Danna Bromaghin Tera Brooks Danielle Brown, Green Martini Paint Co. Juanita (Nita) Brunner Barbara Chaffee Adam Deombrovski Greg Gapinski Melissa Hanson Victoria Hosch Denise Johnson Diane Johnson DONOR RECOGNITION DONOR RECOGNIT Lori Kampa Nancy Kircher Pennie Lee Krista McFarland Bryan Moshier James (Jim) Mueller Christina Pflueger Michelle Presley There is dedication and purpose to the work we do here at Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. Staff provide hope and inspiration to those who need it. When a donation is received we see the generous spirit and desire of our donors to help. Our promise is that the gifts received are used wisely and for the purpose intended. This past year, your gifts not only helped keep the lights on, but also assisted customers with needed supports such as gas, interview clothing, and credentials. Materials and supplies to support the Youthbuild program allowed youth to construct a shed, a playhouse donated to Habitat for Humanity, and other projects. Donations funded the VISTA program which allowed CMJTS to develop a volunteer and internship program. On behalf of the Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board, the CMJTS Fund Development Committee members, and all the CMJTS staff, I would like to thank you for your financial and in-kind contributions. Thank you for your continued support and generosity. We, at CMJTS, take great pride in our mission and accomplishments. With your help we can continue to strengthen our local communities. Be sure to visit us online at to see the magic of giving and to donate. Sincerely, Leslie Wojtowicz, Development Manager Amy Raeth Valerie Raiter Katie Raverty Diana Ristamaki Melanie Schroeder Holly Swanson Trish Taylor Cristy Thomas Connie Wells Leslie Wojtowicz Dina Wournos Twylla Wozniak Kristin Yeager Tim Zipoy Tony Ziwicki 25

27 DONOR RECOGNITION DONOR RECOGNITION DONOR RECOGNITION DO Fundraising and Volunteering Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. not only accepts donations that support programming and initiatives, we also support charitable organizations in the communities we serve. Here are just a few of the areas CMJTS staff supported last year: Back to School school supply drive Food drive collections and staff bake sale for local food shelves Collection of new hats and mittens that were donated to charitable events such as Operation Community Connect Building of food pantry boxes were placed in communities of need Holiday Project for holiday giving to families in need Packaging food and clean up at a local food shelf CMJTS staff, family, and friends raise unrestricted funds through volunteerism and participation at events. Graniteman events Big Lake Triatholon and the Mississippi Run in Sauk Rapids were events that staff, family, and friends were able to work registration tables, water stations, and the finish line to earn funds for the organization. CMJTS partnered with Green Martini Paint Co. to offer pallet painting and CMJTS received a portion of the proceeds. It was a fun way to generate funds for the organization and those attending walked away with amazing artwork. CMJTS Donor Recognition CMJTS Donor Recognition 26

28 ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROG Adult Programs Adult Programs Adult Program Enrollment Numbers July 1, 2016 June 30, Dislocated Worker Finds Job Satisfaction and Self-Sufficiency in New Career As a dislocated worker, I was grateful for the opportunity that CMJTS provided me. Within a short time, the program supported me in getting my nursing assistant licensure. Soon, I was taking classes at Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) and was well on my way through this new journey in life. With hard work and determination, I graduated in December 2016 from ARCC as a registered nurse. I quickly found a job after passing my state nursing boards in I now work as a home health nurse for Accurate Homecare and have been employed full-time since March I am happy, prideful, and enjoying my experience helping pediatric and adult clients live at home with the help of nursing care. The CMJTS program gave me the financial support to foster my education and attain my biggest dream. I am grateful for the unyielding and generous support of Greg, my (CMJTS) employment specialist. In the near future, I plan to further my education by working towards my bachelor s degree in nursing. Lora WIOA Adult MN DW WIOA DW Adult Program Funding July 1, 2016 June 30, 2017 $1,327,005 WIOA Adult Programs 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 $287,025 $820,000 The WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) Adult Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and available to help unemployed or underemployed individuals find meaningful, family-sustaining work. The Adult Program includes a priority of service for public assistance recipients and other low-income individuals, as well as individuals who are basic skills deficient. Priority for all WIOA services is given to veterans. Participants of the WIOA Adult Program typically face a number of obstacles to employment. These might include low basic reading or math skills, low-income status, criminal history, or insufficient work history. The following figures include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Served 169 Total Exiting during Program Year 82 Entered Employment Rate 82.9% Average Wage at Employment $14.80 Credential Attainments Rate 81% 27

29 RAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT Minnesota and WIOA Dislocated Worker (DW) Programs 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 Job-Driven National Emergency Grant (NEG) 7/1/2014 6/30/2017* Sector Partnership National Dislocated Worker Grant (SP NDWG) 10/1/2015 6/30/2018* The WIOA DW Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Minnesota DW Program is funded by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). These granted funds are used to provide services to individuals who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and need assistance with reemployment. In most cases, participants in these two programs are from layoffs involving less than 50 workers from an individual employer. Services to these individuals include assessment of work skills, career interests, and work values, intensive job search assistance, job placement assistance, classroom and on-the-job training support, and supportive services. The following figures include total number of individuals served in both programs, as well as results for customers who exited. Additional data regarding these programs is available upon request. State DW Total Served 422 Total Exiting during Program Year 171 Entered Employment Rate 89.5% Average Wage at Employment $22.78 Credential Attainments Rate 86% WIOA (Federal) DW Total Served 132 Total Exiting during Program Year 27 Entered Employment Rate 70.4% Average Wage at Employment $16.85 Credential Attainments Rate 70.1% Job-Driven NEG funds are used to drive strategies identified in the January 30, 2014, Presidential Memorandum on Job-Driven Training for Workers at the local level. CMJTS was awarded the Job-Driven NEG in July Its purpose is to implement or expand local and regional job-driven partnerships that provide dislocated workers opportunities to participate in work-based training, occupational training that results in an industry-recognized credential, or other re-employment services. Outreach to local business partners began and continues. Working together with the employer and the jobseeker, a contract, including a training plan which comprises classroom and/or on-the-job learning and compensation, is quickly created. The new employee can begin training and/or working as soon as the contract is signed. The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 57 Finished Successfully 32 Total Exits 44 Entered Employment Rate 79.5% Average Wage $21.53 NEGs are discretionary grants awarded by the Secretary of Labor to provide employment-related services for dislocated workers. This funding is intended to temporarily expand capacity to serve dislocated workers and meet the increased demand for employment and training services. The goal is to quickly reemploy laid-off workers and enhance their employability and earnings. The federal SP NDWG was awarded to DEED and then distributed to CMJTS on October, 1, A key component of the SP NDWG is training with an emphasis on work-based learning (an employer-driven models of learning that provide a wage to learners while they learn specific workplace skills). Methods of work-based learning include transitional jobs opportunities, apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship, incumbent worker, and on-the-job training (OJT). The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 127 Businesses Served 15 Total Exits 25 Entered Employment Rate 96% Average Wage $43.84 * Dates extended Adult Programs Adult Programs 28

30 ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT Remington Outdoor Co., doing business as DPMS, Project 7/1/2014 9/30/2016 State Dislocated Worker Project for HutchinsonTechnology, Inc /2/2016 6/30/2018* Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Low-Income Worker Training Program 9/15/2015 2/28/2018* Adult Programs Adult Programs In June 2014, Defense Procurement Manufacturing Services (DPMS) in St. Cloud, Minnesota, announced that it would be closing its facility. CMJTS, in coordination with the Rapid Response Team at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), applied for and received special funding for workers affected by the closing of DPMS. The DPMS planning committee, along with CMJTS staff, were instrumental in encouraging workers to participate in this project. In an effort to address work schedules, CMJTS employment specialists met with DPMS workers on-site, collaborating with human resources to schedule times. The employment specialists assist with intensive services, including résumé development, assessment inventories, and career planning. CMJTS staff provide on-site job club workshops, as well. The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 19 Completed Training 2 Total Exits 17 Entered Employment Rate 94.1% Workers affected by a recent dislocation at Hutchinson Technology, Inc. (HTI) occurring in 2016, are eligible to receive services through a special dislocated worker project. HTI workers not only benefit from the assistance of the dislocated worker project, but also receive assistance under the Trade Adjustment Act (TAA). When a large layoff of workers occurs, a wide range of services is necessary to accommodate their needs. Job search assistance, individualized plan development, résumé creation, and placement services are provided to all customers. One of the most effective ways CMJTS helps laid-off workers find good jobs quickly is through on-the-job training (OJT). A CMJTS employment specialist works one-on-one with HTI dislocated workers to develop an individualized employment plan, including this work-based training option. CMJTS workforce development coordinators and placement specialists work throughout the region, continually pursuing job leads for HTI customers to place them in employment opportunities. The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 47 Completed Training 2 Total Exits 13 Entered Employment Rate 76.9% The purpose of the Low-Income Worker Training Program is to help individuals, with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, receive training to acquire additional skills to move up the career ladder to higher paying jobs and economic self-sufficiency. Participants engaged in this program receive practical nursing training and may receive funds for job-specific skills training, training-related materials, and supplies for training-related certification or test fees. Assistance is provided by CMJTS in cooperation with several area educational institutions. The Practical Nursing Program prepares students to provide nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Potential students receive services from CMJTS, including assessments and screening, to ensure they meet college enrollment conditions and have the ability to benefit from training. The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 23 Completed Training 6 Total Exits 8 Completed Program Objectives 5 Public Assistance Recipients 16 *Dates extended 29

31 PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS Pathways to Prosperity 7/1/2015 3/31/2018* Pathways to Prosperity (P2P) is a program led by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) in coordination with the Minnesota Department of Education, Adult Basic Education (ABE), and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU). P2P is a training method based on partnerships with employers, education, and workforce development. In P2P, individuals explore careers, learn about in-demand occupations and growth industries, and learn how to climb career ladders within these industries. The P2P approach connects education and training programs and wrap-around services to support participants as they advance to higher levels of employment. P2P projects are designed for adults who traditionally face multiple barriers to employment and are in need of enhanced educational and supportive services to be successful in securing long-term, family sustaining wages. P2P training options vary by location in central Minnesota: truck driver training in Cambridge, allied healthcare in Willmar and Hutchinson, and precision manufacturing in Rush City. The following data for the ongoing project include numbers served and results of program assistance. More detailed data is available upon request. Total Enrolled 39 Completed Training 33 Total Exits 26 Entered Employment Rate 76.9% Average Wage $12.93 Public Assistance Recipients 14 Minnesota Advanced Manufacturing Partnership 7/1/16 3/31/18 The Minnesota Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (MnAMP) is a consortium of 12 geographicallydispersed community colleges and two universities from the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (MnSCU), which was created to help close the skills gap in Minnesota. Ridgewater College (Willmar and Hutchinson campuses) was one of many community colleges to receive a Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) Grant to address the skills gap. Through competitive bid, they awarded a portion of their funding to CMJTS in an effort to engage adult learners into industry-relevant educational pathways. CMJTS implemented a career pathways training model to help individuals gain meaningful employment. A career pathways model includes these components: Navigator A CMJTS navigator assists students with career planning and provides access to support services, such as transportation assistance, paid work experience, and job placement. The navigator remains with the student from enrollment through placement. Bridge class Students attend a bridge class offered by Glacial Lakes Adult Basic Education (ABE) that prepares them for academic success. The bridge class focuses on general workplace skills, basic math and reading skills, digital literacy, and specific occupational skills. Integrated course Following the bridge class, ABE team-teaches with a Ridgewater College instructor in an integrated classroom where students earn college credits and/or a credential in a postsecondary training program. MnAMP students gain skills applicable to a career pathway in welding, machining technician, or automation and robotics systems. Total Enrolled 7 Total Exits 4 Completed Training Successfully 3 Completed Program Objective 2 WIOA Incentive Funds 10/15/14 12/31/17 Based on continued compliance with the rules involving Workforce Development Board (WDB) membership and success in WIOA performance measures, CMJTS received incentive funds from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). These funds are awarded each year for year-end performance for the previous year. For example, the funds received in PY14 were for the final performance measures of PY13. During PY14, WIOA Incentive Funds were used to assist with the costs associated with preparing CMJTS WDB for WIOA implementation. Additionally, the award was used to educate CMJTS staff on the various facets of the new law and its anticipated regulations. *Dates extended Adult Programs Adult Programs 30

32 YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PRO Youth Programs Youth Programs Youth Program Enrollment Numbers July 1, 2016 June 30, Minnesota Youth Program (MYP) 7/1/2016 6/30/ The state-funded MYP helps low-income and at-risk youth, ages 14-24, prepare for participation in the workforce. Personalized strategies are designed for each enrolled participant based on their education, skills, and support needs. The work experience portion of the program focuses on projects that address the needs of the community and local business while educating participants on career pathways. High school diploma/ged completion is emphasized and supported to ensure participants have the opportunity to connect with meaningful employment and are not limited by low academic achievement. The Outreach-to-Schools portion of MYP also gives CMJTS the ability to connect with large numbers of students and parents. These contacts focus on sharing information related to WorkForce Center offerings, job search, resource identification, and post-secondary planning. Labor market information is used to ensure participants are able to make informed career choices MYP Youthbuild WIOA Youth Youth at Work TANF HECAP Youth DEI Total Served 204 Youth with Disabilities 131 Youth Offenders 29 Basic Skills Deficient 136 Economically Disadvantaged 193 Received Work Experience 102 Higher Education/Career Advisor Pilot (HECAP) 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 The competitively-funded HECAP pilot, a joint venture between CMJTS and Stearns-Benton Employment & Training Council, provided each agency the opportunity to assist school guidance counselor staff by reaching out to and assisting secondary students as they developed plans for post-secondary success. CMJTS has taken this opportunity to serve students and parents of the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose district by providing individual consultations and delivering classroom presentations centered on using labor market information to identify careers and training programs of interest, researching training options, Youth Program Funding July 1, 2016 June 30, 2017 $564,035 $19,842 $305,820 $166,026 $102,412 $12,500 $75,000 completing college applications, understanding the financial aid process, etc. This program allowed CMJTS to provide services to an additional 227 students and parents at least one time. WIOA Youth Program 4/1/2016 6/30/2017 The federal WIOA Youth Program serves young and emerging adults, ages 14-24, who face barriers to training and career success (e.g., disability, parenting, offender history, etc.) by connecting them with work opportunities and/or occupational training programs leading to satisfying and family-sustaining employment. Services coordinated by CMJTS Youth Program employment specialists included diploma/ GED support and assistance, strength and career interest assessments, individualized career planning, paid workplace learning, occupational skills training for high-growth and/or high-demand professions, and financial support services. 31

33 GRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS YOU Total Served 221 Youth with Disabilities 111 Youth Offenders 30 Basic Skills Deficient 167 Received Work Experience 56 Minnesota Youthbuild 7/1/2016 3/31/2018* This state-funded program serves at-risk youth, ages Specialized training in the building trades helps participants develop construction skills while helping communities expand and improve their ability to serve economically disadvantaged populations and the homeless. The education portion of the program focuses on applying basic academic skills in the workplace. The program s leadership component supports the development of decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. Youth participants are led by an experienced tradesperson in addition to a skilled youth employment specialist. Typically, this program operates in Kandiyohi County only with students from Willmar s alternative learning center. However, this year, additional funds were received to serve a second cohort of students from the Ivan Sands Community High School in Elk River (ISD 728). Total Enrolled 19 Completed Training 1 Total Exits 19 Entered Employment Rate 93% Minnesota Youth at Work Program 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 ``````````` The Minnesota Youth at Work competitive grant gave CMJTS the opportunity to expand services by funding additional work and/or short-term training opportunities for young and emerging adults with barriers to employment (e.g., disability, low English and/or math skills, parenting, etc.) in Local Workforce Development Area 5. The grant also allows CMJTS the opportunity to provide these participants with the job coaching, career exploration, and guidance necessary to identify careers in which their interests and talents will be well-utilized. The 60 youth who were served in this program during SFY 2017, increased their ability to meet the needs and expectations of the modern workplace. Total Served 60 Completed Program Objective **100% **Including employment and post-secondary TANF Innovation Grant 7/1/2016 7/1/2017 The state-funded TANF (Transition Assistance for Needy Families) Innovation Program is made possible through the collaboration of Minnesota s Department of Human Services and DEED. The program serves young parents, ages 16-24, who are receiving MFIP cash benefits, as well as other youth, ages 14-18, listed on a cash grant in an MFIP household. TANF Innovation gives participants a chance to explore a career pathway through either paid work or shortterm, credentialed training for occupations, such as nursing assistant, leading to competitive employment with compensation levels well-above minimum wage. While this program was small in scale, it gave 14 youth the opportunity to become more self-sufficient and reduce their family s dependence on public assistance. Total Served 14 Completed Program Objective **100% **Including employment and program objectives DEI Youth Project 11/1/2016 3/31/2020 The purpose of the new Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) Youth project is to help youth with disabilities, ages 14-24, with visible and/ or non-visible disabilities, including chronic health conditions, increase their participation in career pathways programs while providing businesses with qualified workers. This project is an enhancement to the case management services normally made available through the WIOA Youth, MYP, or other youth-focused employment and training programs. It gives staff the opportunity to spend additional time with these at-risk youth as they work to achieve independence and become self-sufficient. The Youth employment specialist works with the youth participant to assemble an Integrated Resource Team. This team is composed of helping professionals, family members, and other helpful individuals who will provide support and assistance, using a wraparound approach, as the youth works to successfully connect with employment in high growth and/or high demand careers. Total Served 10 *Dates extended Youth Programs Youth Programs 32

34 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS PUBLI Public Assistance Programs Public Assistance Programs Pubic Assistance Program Enrollment Numbers July 1, 2016 June 30, Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 MFIP is a comprehensive, work-focused, assistance program for families designed to encourage and enable job-skill building, work experience, and employment. Various supports are provided allowing participants to go to work and realize its benefit. This proven approach effectively increases income while promoting self-esteem and independence. Family Stabilization Services (FSS) provide the needed case management to help families achieve the greatest possible degree of economic selfsufficiency and family well-being. The goals of FSS are consistent with the goals of the Diversionary Work Program and MFIP reducing poverty and public assistance dependence. MFIP SNAP DWP Total Served 820 Total Exiting during Program Year 434 Employed 177 Average Wage $12.36 Successful 41% Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program (SNAP) 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 SNAP provides food support with employment and training assistance to single individuals without dependents, for up to three months in a 36-month period, who are required to participate in a job search. CMJTS also offers employment and training services to SNAP recipients who are not mandatory, but who voluntarily choose to participate in SNAP employment and training for training and job search assistance. Recipients are referred to CMJTS by county financial services staff. A CMJTS employment specialist will help SNAP program participants develop an individual Public Assistance Program Funding July 1, 2016 June 30, 2017 $1,116,161 $264,335 $135,212 employment plan after completing a detailed assessment of the individual s interests, skills, past work history, and education. Data collected is used to determine services needed and to develop action steps for participation in successful job search. Individuals receive oneon-one job search assistance from their employment specialist. For mandatory participants, additional months of eligibility can be earned by working at least 80 hours per month or by participating in WIOA. Total Served 270 Total Exiting during Program Year 223 Employed 50 Average Wage $11.59 Successful 22% 33

35 C ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS PUBLIC ASSISTA Diversionary Work Program (DWP) 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 The Diversionary Work Program (DWP) is a short-term, work-focused program in which families receive four consecutive months of intensive employment and training services. DWP helps families move to employment more quickly. The program invests in services that focus on a family s strengths and help them overcome barriers to employment. Structured and intensive job search assistance is the cornerstone of the program. DWP benefits include housing and utility assistance, phone allowance up to $35 per month, and up to $70 per person for personal needs, if cash remains available after housing and utility payments. The maximum benefit may not exceed the MFIP cash portion for a family of the same size. Total Served 465 Total Exiting during Program Year 395 Employed 156 Average Wage $12.55 Successful 39% Collaboration between MFIP, CMJTS, and Community Action Helps Participant Follow Career Path Samantha enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) in Renville County in August While in the program, Samantha was dedicated in her job search efforts to obtain employment to support herself and her daughter. She obtained employment and received a donated car through United Community Action Partnership (formerly Heartland Community Action Agency). The employment she obtained opened new opportunities for her. She recently had a change in employment and is working towards future career goals, which will likely include furthering her education. Public Assistance Programs Public Assistance Programs 34

36 SCSEP PROGRAM SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM SCSEP Program SCSEP Program Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) 7/1/2016 6/30/2017 CMJTS operates the SCSEP program as a sub-grantee of Senior Service America, Inc. This program is operated in the counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Meeker, Mille Lacs, McLeod, Pine, Sherburne, Washington, and Wright. SCSEP is a community service and work-based training program for low-income persons, age 55 or older, who have employment challenges. Enrolled seniors are placed at local nonprofit or government agencies and are paid a training wage while assisting the agency in its mission. The senior is able to provide the agency and the community with valuable life experience while updating their work skills. Unique to the SCSEP program is that several participants are recruited to operate the program. They assist the CMJTS Senior Services Program coordinator with day-to-day program operations. Their personal involvement in the program helps them to communicate program guidelines to other participants. Total Enrolled 86 Total Exit to Employment 15 Average Wage at Exit $8, Number of Host Agencies SCSEP Active Training Sites Aitkin County AEOA Aitkin WorkForce Center Aging in Place/Aitkin County Care Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce Aitkin County Historical Society Big Sandy Camp and Retreat Center City of McGregor Carlton County Cloquet Public Library Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training Chisago County East Central Regional Library, Rush City Isanti County East Central Regional Library, Cambridge Family Pathways, Isanti Gracepoint Crossing Isanti County Historical Society New Pathways Shelter, Inc. East Central Regional Arts Council Kanabec County Kanabec County Historical Society Lakes and Pines Community Action Council, Inc. Ogilvie Public School Pine County Family Pathways Food Shelf Hinckley Changing Gaits, Inc. Mille Lacs County City of Milaca Parks Pearl Crisis Center Catholic Charities Milaca Senior Dining Center Family Pathway, Onamia Someday Isle Sherburne County YMCA McLeod County McLeod County Historical Society Heartland Community Action Agency Park Towers Peace Lutheran Church West Central Industries West Elementary School Meeker County City of Eden Valley Pro Works, Inc. Threads of Hope Wright County Catholic Charities Maple Lake Senior Dining Center Monticello Help Center Parkview Care Center River Works Thrift Store Wright County Recycling Center Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. 35

37 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Retail Genius Grant The Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board, together with Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. (CMJTS), was selected to receive a second year of funding from The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) as part of an effort to increase the economic mobility of workers in retail and adjacent sectors in central Minnesota and around the U.S. The Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board is one of ten workforce development boards (WDBs) selected across the country to collectively form and implement new models of career services specific to retail models that will serve as best practices for the approximately 550 WDBs in the U.S. that already provide career services, such as career coaching, soft skills training, specialized skills training, and referrals to other resources. The funding is part of a $10.9 million grant the Walmart Foundation made to The Partnership in March CMJTS will serve over 250 people through this grant and assist them on the career pathway in the retail sector. Grant Amount $400,000 Total Served 191 Credentials Obtained 81 Exited 78 Exited Employed 58 Average Wage $14.19 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Experienced Artist Focuses on Entrepreneurial Skills Chris is an experienced potter with excellent artistic credentials. Over the past few years he has worked in the outreach field and has led a variety of clay workshops with youth and adults. Chris long-term career goal is to have his own retail pottery business. While in college, Chris enhanced his pottery skills, but principles of owning and running a retail business were never taught. In January 2017, Chris decided to focus his efforts on self-employment. Chris began a work experience at Clay Coyote Gallery and Pottery in Hutchinson through the ReImagine Retail grant to learn the business side of retail pottery. In the gallery, Chris is learning how to price and display products while providing excellent customer service. In addition, he is learning in-store and online marketing techniques, including pricing structures, products to be sold, how to effectively promote products, and where they should be displayed for maximum exposure. Shipping, inventory levels, return on investments, and cash-flow analysis are additional items covered during his training, provided by Clay Coyote s CEO, Morgan Baum. Workforce Development Division Workforce Development Division 36

38 Workforce Development Division Workforce Development Division WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) Grant The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) seeks to improve education, training, and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth and adults who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receive Social Security Disability benefits. DEI projects improve collaboration between employment and training and asset development programs, including the Social Security Administration s Ticketto-Work Program. DEI builds effective partnerships that leverage resources to better serve individuals with disabilities. The DEI focuses on cross-agency collaboration, integrated resource teams, and the blending and braiding of resources and strategies that support comprehensive streamlined services core principles of the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA) signed into law in July DEI Round V grants are further aligned with WIOA through their focus on career pathway systems and programs that include adults and youth with disabilities so they may expand their educational, workplace learning, and advancement opportunities. (Source DOL) CMJTS is one of three Local Workforce Development Area partners in the DEI grant. DEED is the fiscal agent for this 42-month grant. CMJTS received $670,000. Total Served 47 Credentials Obtained *30 Exited 18 Exited Employed 10 Average Wage $12.91 *19 of the participants receiving credentials Employment Network (more commonly known as the Ticket-to-Work Program) The Ticket-to-Work Program was created to give Social Security Disability beneficiaries an avenue to achieve economic self-support through work and to eliminate their dependency on Social Security benefits. CMJTS is an employment network and, as such, is able to accept Social Security and Social Security Disability beneficiaries tickets. Upon receiving these tickets, CMJTS staff provide career guidance, assessment, and assistance to ensure a successful transition to employment. CMJTS has a certified work incentive counselor on staff who is able to provide participants with a detailed analysis and explanation of how employment will affect their Social Security benefits. Through this program, CMJTS has brought in over $70,000 in unrestricted revenue and has assisted 16 recipients move toward their goal of selfsufficiency. Total Served 19 Exited 8 Average Wage $12.00 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Rural Career Counseling Coordinator (RC3) Grant Career Solutions and CMJTS are continuing a collaborative approach a lead coordinator from each agency for the central Minnesota Rural Career Counseling coordinator (CM-RC3) position. The coordinators connect, provide services, assess and compile resource information, make recommendations, and share best practices found in this 13-county central Minnesota workforce development Planning Region 3, which combines Local Workforce Development Areas 5 (CMJTS) and 17 (Career Solutions). The RC3 legislative report is available at Grant Amount $190,000 37

39 BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSI The CMJTS CORE (Community Outreach Employees) Team The CMJTS Core Team connects businesses with qualified workers, provides access to employee training, and links businesses to state, federal, and local resources. Our team of placement specialists and workforce development coordinators help businesses source, train, and retain skilled workers. Qualified workers from youth to seniors, entry-level to experienced our jobseekers are ready to go to work. Many of our jobseekers have recently completed an education or training program, but if specific job training is needed, consider a work-based training option: On-the-Job Training (OJT): Hire a new, eligible employee who needs additional skills and CMJTS will reimburse you a portion of the wages, for the length of the contract, in exchange for providing training on the job. Work Experience/Transitional Jobs: Provide a supervised worksite for the emerging workforce for a designated length of time. CMJTS is the employer of record. Workforce Protégé Program: Provide a supervised worksite for the emerging workforce for a designated length of time. A key component of this program includes weekly mentorship of the protégé. CMJTS is the employer of record and shares the cost of wages. Customized Training: Develop a work-based training curriculum that meets specific skill needs, then hire those who successfully completed training. Apply for CMJTS training funds. Incumbent Worker Training: Upskill your current workforce. Apply for CMJTS training funds. Registered Apprenticeship: Combine classroom and on-the-job training under an approved Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry curriculum. This recruitment and training strategy increases retention. Businesses have an effective training plan. State, federal, and local resources connect with resources to grow your business: Employment and training grants that help with the cost of training new or current employees CMJTS office space is available to recruit or interview potential new hires Local and regional job fairs help showcase your business and attract new employees Knowledgeable staff refer you to resources for business needs other than workforce development The Business Resource Directory, available at connects you to a comprehensive list of local, state, and federal business resources A strong business economy is critical to the success of central Minnesota. Access to qualified workers is vital to the success of our regional businesses. Our vision to prepare a skilled workforce that supports regional economic growth and economic self-sufficiency includes a strategy to connect with these Central Minnesota Workforce Development Board s designated sectors: Manufacturing Healthcare Construction (Transportation) Natural Resource and Energy (Agriculture) Professional and Business Services (Information Technology) Employer Quote CMJTS has been really good at helping make connections and introducing potential candidates to positions at Legacy Building Solutions. I appreciate that CMJTS staff toured our plant to have a good understanding of our business, the different positions, as well as the types of candidates that would be a good fit for Legacy s work culture. I participated in the Employer of the Day at the Monticello WorkForce Center where I reached a candidate I would not have found on my own. The On-the-Job Training Program made it possible for Legacy to hire an excellent sales person, and allowed the time for training without feeling overwhelmed by learning a new industry. We were able to support her with extra staff training and product knowledge learning so she is now very successful and a valued member of the Legacy team. -Kelly Peng, Human Resources Generalist Business Services Business Services 38

40 BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSIN Business Services Business Services Businesses Who Received Services from CMJTS Aitkin FLOE International Anoka Anoka-Ramsey Community College Class C Components Metro North ABE MultiSource Manufacturing, LLC PouchTec Industries, LLC Burnett (WI) Grantsburg Schools McNally Industries, LLC Carlton Friends of Animals Minnesota Department of Corrections Chippewa Kay s Processing/Kay s Naturals Chisago Aldi, Cambridge All About Caring, Inc. All Safe Global AmericInn Lodge and Suites Andersen Corporation Ardent Mills Ashley Furniture Outlet Bass Bath & Body Works Carter s Chisago County HRA/EDA Christopher Banks City of North Branch County Market Dennis Kirk Dress Barn Ecumen Family Dollar Family Pathways Famous Footwear Furniture Mart Gymboree Karl s Appliance Kingdom Baking L eggs, Hanes, Bali Lampert Lumber Maurices North Branch Area Schools North Branch Chamber of Commerce Peterson Companies Peterson s North Branch Mill Plastech Corporation Prism Design Recycled Wardrobes Rosenbauer America Rue 21 Rush City Bakery Rush City Schools St. Croix River Education District ABE Servpro Shawn s Home Delivery Shopko Slumberland Outlet Stacy Bar and Grill Stepp Manufacturing Co. Inc. Sunrise Fiberglass Viking Coca Cola WCS Industries (Custom Headed Products) Wyoming Machine Crow Wing Bang Printing Douglas The Aagard Group Hennepin Cabela s Camping World Element Technologies FedEx Ground FreedomRoads, LLC d.b.a Lawrence Merchandising Services Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. Malark Logistics Micro Machine, Inc. Reinhart Food Services Signature Tumblers Skybridge Americas SPC Security Products Companies, LLC TA Travel Center WIS International Isanti Allina Health/Cambridge Medical Center Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Cambridge Campus Anytime Fitness Applebee s Arby s Aurelius Manufacturing Auto Zone Braham Event Center Brian s Insulation Cambridge-Isanti Schools Casey s General Store Central Minnesota East ABE CenterPoint Energy City Center Market City of Cambridge City of Isanti City of Isanti Liquor Store Coborn s Comprehensive Health Clinics Cortec Corporation Culver s DairiConcepts Dollar General East Central Energy East Central Regional Arts Council East Central Regional Library Family Pathways First State Tire Recycling Fleet Farm Flood Out Game Stop Genesis Wireless Goodwill Easter Seals Gorilla Computer Support GracePointe Crossing Granger Machine, Inc. Herman s Bakery Holiday Stationstores Industries, Inc. Isanti-Chisago County Star Isanti Family Chiropractic Isanti Retail Meats Kohl s Larson s Cycle The Leader McDonald s Menards Minnesota Equipment NAPA Auto Parts NHH Building and Restoration North 65 Chamber of Commerce North Metro Saw O Reilly s Outdoor Edge Park Industries Physical Therapy Consultants Pizza Hut Presbyterian Homes Revelation Network Management Riverside Market SealTech Incorporated Shalom Thrift Store SnoBear USA Spartan Staffing Star 95 Carwash Subway Super America Taco John s 39

41 ESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVI Target Total Wellness Coaching Tractor Supply U.S. Water Services United Parcel Service Verizon Visiting Angels Walgreen s Wells Fargo Wendy s Willow Bridge Center Kanabec AmericInn Lodge and Suites Ashworth Appliance Brighter Day Residence Chin s Garden Coborn s Driven Fab LLC East Central Title LLC Emma s Pizza Fedder Motors FirstLight Health System Fluegge s Ag Inc. General Services Glen s Tire Hardee s Hohn s Auto Body & Glass Imperial Plastics Industries Inc. Johnson s Hardware K&R Meats Kanabec Area Chamber Kanabec County Knife Lake Storage Lakes and Pines Community Action Council McDonald s Mora Bakery Mora Public Schools Neighborhood National Bank New Generation Bakery Northland Process Piping Northpost, Inc. OlymPak People s National Bank Recovering Hope Treatment Center Rick s Home Furnishings RJ Mechanical Rubes Auto Sherman Pole Buildings St. Clair Senior Living Stenstrom Collision and Detail Thomas Sno Sports Timber Trails Public Transit Twister Industries Volunteers of America Kandiyohi ACMC-Vision AIM of West Central Minnesota Aldi Bath & Body Works Best Buy Cash Wise Foods Cub Foods Dairy Queen Dream Academy Duininck, Inc. Dunham Sports Employment Plus Employment Resource Center, Inc. Epitopix G&S Staffing Services G4S Secure Solutions Glacial Lakes ABE Goodwill Easter Seals Hanson Silo Hardee s Herberger s JC Penney Jennie-O Turkey Store Jo Ann Fabrics Kandi Mall Management Kandiyohi Co. and City of Willmar EDC KDJS/K-95/The River Life-Science Innovations Maurice s Mid-MN Development Commission Mills Auto Group Minnesota Department of Corrections Nova-Tech Engineering PACT for Families Poultry and Livestock Supplies (PALS) Prairie Lakes Youth Programs Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center Prinsco RELCO, LLC REM South Central Rice Memorial Hospital Riddle s Jewelry Ridgewater College Salvation Army Target TPI Hospitality Uniform Outlet United Way of West Central MN University of MN Extension Vanity West Central Distribution West Central Interpreting Services Willmar Area Food Shelf Willmar Fabrication LLC Willmar High School Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Willmar Municipal Utilities Woodland Centers McLeod 3M Aldi Aubony Bridal and Boutique Aveyron Homes B&B Sports and RV Bath & Body Works Benny s Meat Market Burger King Caribou Coffee & Einstein Bros. Bagels Casey s General Store Cash Wise Foods Cenex Clay Coyote Customer Elation Duane Jindra Crop Insurance Agency Dunham Sports Dunwoody Training Center E2 Electrical Ecumen Edina Realty Factory Direct Furniture Fahey Sales Fenrich Insurance Agency Glacial Lakes ABE Glencoe Security Bank Goodwill Easter Seals Hallmark Hardee s HomeSource Hutchinson Technology - TDK Hutch Auto Body Hutch Sport Shop Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce Hutchinson Concrete Hutchinson Co-op Hutchinson Manufacturing Innovative Foam JC Penney Jo Ann Fabrics KDUZ/KARP/KGLB Radio Kids, Inc. Childcare Centers of MN Lancer Catering Lange s Family Market Lester Builders Made in McLeod Masterson Staffing Solutions Maurice s McLeod County Human Services Business Services Business Services 40

42 BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINE Business Services Business Services Meshed Design Midwest Industrial Tool Grinding, Inc. Midwest Research Miller Manufacturing Millerbernd Manufacturing MN Structures NuTelecom Pizza Ranch Prairie River Home Care Prestige Custom Works Pride Solutions Pro Maintenance RAM Buildings, Inc. RAM Excavating Services Rath Racing, Inc Redline Manufacturing Rexall Family Drug Ridgewater College RiteWay Conveyors, Inc. Runnings Schantzen & Schantzen Seneca Foods Shoe Sensations Shopko Slumberland Southwest Initiative Foundation Starkey Target Twin Cities & Western Railroad TetraPak Vivid Image Walmart Warrior Manufacturing Worldwide Dispensers Meeker Agri-Systems American Time Associated Finishing, Inc Bikes by Bob/Litchfield Coffee Co Buzz Tees Doosan Bobcat North America Econo Foods Ecumen Edina Realty Falcon Industries Family Dollar Felling Trailers, Inc. Heartthrob Exhaust Integrated Power Services Intelli-Core IRD Glass K&K Foods (McDonalds) Litchfield Chamber of Commerce Mary s Jewelry Meeker County Administrator s Office Meeker County Assessor office Meeker County Social Services Mies Outland MN Rubber and Plastics NuTelecom Pizza Ranch Premier Real Estate Service Runnings Schmidt s Spectralytics, Inc. Steffes Group Thrivent Financial Towmaster, Inc. Walmart Mille Lacs Agnew Hardware Ashworth Appliance Boone s Fine Guns Caribou Coffee & Einstein Bros. Bagels Elim Home Farm Market Café Federated Co-Ops Grand Casino Mille Lacs-Retail Harris Hardwoods Heirlinger Shoes Mama Gracies Milaca Chamber of Commerce Mille Lacs Academy Mille Lacs Health Mycull Fixtures, Inc. Noble Wear O Reilly s Ossell s Fine Apparel People Ready Plastic Products Company Princeton Animal Clinic Princeton Book and Bible Princeton Chamber of Commerce Princeton Rotary Reed s Outdoor Outfitters Septic Check Shopko Hometown Sterling Pointe Senior Living Subway Morrison Morey s Seafood International Pine Advance Design & Systems Atscott Manufacturing Big Joes Trucking Service and Repair-NAPA Bjerke Law Offices LLC, A-1 Title Broekema Beltway Changing Gaits, Inc. DAKA Corporation Darla & Cliff s Country Store Double F Arena Empower Recovery Services Essentia Health Family Dollar Farmers Insurance Fedder Motors Grand Casino Hinckley-Finlayson Schools Ledin & Hofstad MinPack Nemadji Research Corporation Pine City Chamber of Commerce Pine County Pine Habilitation and Supported Employment (PHASE) Pine Technical and Community College Restoration Services of MN, Inc. Team Powder Coating Therapeutic Services Agency TL Hegge Trucking, LLC Polk, WI C-Aire Compressors Dick s Fresh Market Renville Glesener s, Inc. GoldenLiving Center Hector Meat and Poultry K&M Manufacturing Loftness Olivia Chamber of Commerce Olivia Rehab & Healthcare Ctr. RC Hospital and Clinics Rembrandt Foods Renville Health Center Renville County EDA Rural Computer Consultants Southern MN Beet Sugar Cooperative Transystems, LLC United FCS Scott Lorentz Meats Pizza Ranch Sherburne American Family Insurance Alliance Machine Arconic Becker Community Center Becker Furniture World Bullseye Properties City of Big Lake Cornerstone Automotive Country Lumber, Inc. Crystal Cabinet Works, Inc. CDI, Custom Curb Adapters Darter Plastics, Inc. Family Dollar Food Pride GATR Truck Center Grandstay Hotel & Suites 41

43 SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES Industrial Molded Rubber Products JR Hauling Inc. LISI Medical Remmele, Inc. Lorex, Inc. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Marv s True Value Metal Craft Machine & Engineering, Inc. Minka, Inc. Morrell Companies Preferred Powder Coating Purpose Driven Restoration Samaritan Way Thrift Store Schwan s Company Select Home Care Services Sportech, Inc. SRW Products Ultra Image Powder Coating, Inc. US Distilled Products Vision Transportation, Inc. Sibley Bartels Trucking Byro Grain and Trucking Good Samaritan Society K&H Farms Stearns Anderson Trucking Service, Inc. Arfsten Transfer, Inc. Cash Wise Executive Express Felling Trailers, Inc. Legacy Buildings, Inc. Metro Bus Nahan Printing, Inc. Spee-Dee Delivery Services, Inc. Talon Innovations Corporation Transportation Center for Excellence Voigt s Bus Services Inc. Wooden Hearts Jack s Companies Lamb Labor Services Louis Industries Freightliner of St. Cloud Washington Express Personnel, Forest Lake Wright AE Michaels Flooring and Design Aroplax Corporation Albertville Premium Outlets Andrews International Annandale Advocate Annandale Embroidery Annandale Monument & Countertops Arctic Fox, LLC Auto Zone Bath & Body Works Bernatello s Pizza, Inc. Best Western international, Inc. Blaine Brothers Blue Chip 2000 Buffalo Chamber of Commerce Buffalo Community Center Cargill Kitchen Solutions, Inc. Carpentry Contractors Company Cedar Lake Engineering, Inc. Cenex Centra Sota Cooperative Central Minnesota East ABE City of Buffalo City of Monticello Clearwater Travel Plaza Coborn s Computer Samurai Cornerstone Auto Corningware, Corelle & More County Inn and Suites by Carlson, Albertville and Buffalo Crisis Nursery of Wright County Cub Foods Dahlheimer Beverage Dura Supreme Cabinetry Electro Industries Inc. Elim Care-Parkview Care Center Emagine Monticello Five Guys Fleet Farm Fraser Steel Company FreedomRoads, LLC d.b.a Camping World Functional Industries H&H Outdoor Hoglund Bus Company, Inc. Hoglund Transportation Industrial Louvers, Inc. Integrated Recycling Technology, Inc. J&B Group JME Companies Kremer s Toy and Hobby KRWC Radio AM 1360 Kwik Trip Lampi Auctioneers, Inc. LaPlant Demo Life Style Optics Love, Inc. Lucky Pets Lundeen Brothers Ford M & M Express Sales and Service Malco Products, Inc. Marketplace Foods Marksman Metals Company, Inc. McDonald s Midwest Precision Maching Monticello School District Moon Motors MP Nexlevel, LLC Old Castle Building Envelope Pace Industries Paw Spa Pellco Machine, Inc. Platinum Plus Printing, LLC Plug Technologies, Inc. Prairie River Café Prairie River Home Care Production Stamping, Inc. Randy s Sanitation Red Technologies Rhino Rotational Molding Rigs to Rods River City Extreme RJ Star Inc. d.b.a Wizards Products Royal Print Group, Inc. Rue 21 Ryan Auto Mall Samsonite Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Sil-Pro Medical Manufacturing Solutions Suburban Manufacturing, Inc. Subway Taco John s Target The Home Depot The Logo Stop The Mentor Network The North Face Outlet The UPS Store T.O. Plastics, Inc. Tri Lite Stone Company Truman Welters, Inc. Twin Cities Die Castings Company Ultra Machine Company Vitaldyne, Inc. Vision Transportation, Inc. Von Ruden Manufacturing, Inc. Walmart Super Center Washburn Computer Group Westlund Distributing Whirltronics, Inc. WSI Industries Xcel Energy Scrub s By ViAnne Zales The Diamond Store Business Services Business Services 42

44 BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES BUSIN Sector-Specific Job Fairs Business Services Business Services CMJTS expanded the sectors targeted for industry-specific hiring events. A transportation fair was held at the Monticello WorkForce Center: 20 employers, two training institutions, and two support agencies shared sector information and job openings. Individuals interested in this career also had the opportunity to tour a tractor trailer brought to the WorkForce Center for the event. Over 80 jobseekers attended and positive feedback was received by all who participated. Two retail sector hiring events were held: one in Monticello and one in Cambridge. Businesses conducted interviews onsite and some jobseekers left with new employment opportunities. A panel of industry experts and volunteers shared retail labor market information, personal success stories, and information on career opportunities in retail. 43

45 CMJTS INITIATIVES CMJTS INITIATIVES CMJTS INITIATIVES CMJTS INI Volunteer and Internship Program Intern Hours Through our successes as an AmeriCorps VISTA host site, CMJTS has developed and launched a volunteer program and expanded internship opportunities. People come to CMJTS for a wide variety of reasons to participate in these programs. Some have lost their jobs due to layoffs or business closings. Some have experienced personal setbacks that have affected their working lives. Others want to gain experience, earn college credits, or are motivated by personal values and a desire to give back to the community. Volunteers make a positive impact on a nonprofit organization, assist in accomplishing daily tasks, help implement new programs, and are essential for community outreach. Our volunteers increase the levels and types of services CMJTS provides while developing their own workplace skills. The first CMJTS volunteer started in February Since inception, CMJTS has hosted nine volunteers and two interns who completed a combined total of 693 work hours impacting 500 customers. Volunteers lead classes and are able to share their expertise, provide career information to youth in the schools, and assist staff with mailings and filing. CMJTS first intern began in January 2017 through the Outreach to Schools Internship Program. In this short amount of time, CMJTS was able to surpass its goal of 2,400 outreach contacts this program year with our intern making 411 contacts. This effort has had a tremendous impact on our youth programs. Consider enhancing your skills or giving back to the community by becoming a CMJTS volunteer or intern. Information, position, description, and applications are available at January 2017 February 2017 March 2017 April 2017 May 2017 June 2017 CMJTS Initiatives CMJTS Initiatives July 2016 August 2016 September 2016 October 2016 November 2016 December 2016 January 2017 February 2017 March 2017 April 2017 May 2017 June

46 CMJTS AT-A-GLANCE FIGURES CMJTS AT-A-GLANCE FIGURES CMJTS AT-A- CMJTS At-A-Glance Figures CMJTS At-A-Glance Figures 8,222 10,472 Universal Customer 10,068 3,602 3,092 16,458 From July 1, 2016 June 30, 2017, Local Workforce Development Area 5 helped a total of 51,914 individuals, shown above by individual WorkForce Center Program Participants , From July 1, 2016 June 30, 2017, Local Workforce Development Area 5 enrolled a total of 2,912 individuals between four of the main programs

47 FINANCIAL REPORT FINANCIAL REPORT FINANCIAL REPORT FINANCIA Total Expenditures: $7,821,113 Unaudited TOTAL FEDERAL $3,634,879 WIOA Adult PY15 257,942 WIOA Dislocated Worker PY15 15,137 WIOA Incentive 33,341 WIOA Adult PY16 562,058 WIOA Dislocated Worker PY16 271,888 Senior Services 671,375 SNAP PY16 72,031 SNAP PY15 60,923 MFIP Kanabec PY17 70,480 McLeod PY17 83,249 Meeker PY17 71,903 Renville PY17 62,925 Sherburne PY17 156,040 Wright PY17 144,279 Kanabec PY16 79,153 McLeod PY16 70,050 Meeker PY16 69,211 Renville PY16 60,173 Sherburne PY16 142,613 Wright PY16 106,084 WIOA Youth PY15 29,871 WIOA Youth PY16 502,770 WIOA Youth PY17 31,172 WIOA Youth Addition 222 TANF Innovation 9,989 TOTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT $58,473 US EDA Quad County 32,797 Comprehensive Economic Development 25,676 TOTAL STATE $2,145,586 State Dislocated Worker PY15 418,395 State Dislocated Worker PY16 908,610 Rural Career Counselor 18,320 Rural Career Counselor 58,622 HTI Project II 81,727 SNAP PY16 1,457 SNAP PY DWP Kanabec PY17 17,681 McLeod PY17 20,300 Meeker PY17 19,379 Renville PY17 17,969 Sherburne PY17 34,620 Wright PY17 39,343 Kanabec PY16 21,355 McLeod PY16 11,796 Meeker PY16 14,736 Renville PY16 18,805 Sherburne PY16 21,828 Wright PY16 26,522 MYP PY15 9,102 MYP PY16 296,718 Youthbuild PY16 75,000 HECAP 12,500 TOTAL FUNDRAISING $53,780 Restricted Youth 4,627 Unrestricted Grant 45,987 Restricted Youthbuild 3, % Fundraising.7% 27.4% Total Competitive Total Federal Total State Fee for Service.5% Economic Development.7% 46.5% Total Economic Development Total Fee for Service Total Fundraising TOTAL COMPETITIVE $1,892,706 Low-Income Worker 88,620 Job Driven NEG 88,520 DEI Adult Career Pathways 342,823 DPMS Project 9,842 Sector Partnership NEG 380,096 Joint Sector Partnership NEG 10,087 Retail Genius Grant 282,783 Retail Genius Grant 124,256 MN Amp 157,721 Pathways to Prosperity PY16 107,925 Capacity Building 2,665 Operation Round Up 389 Youth at Work 2,412 Youth at Work PY16 100,000 TANF Innovations 9,853 Youth DEI 166,026 ISD 728 Youthbuild PY16 18,689 TOTAL FEE FOR SERVICE $35,689 SBETC Financial Services 35,689 Financial Report Financial Report 46

48 KANDIYOHI Willmar (WFC) Olivia (A) RENVILLE LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AREA 5 WorkForce Centers and Associate Sites MEEKER Litchfield (WFC) WorkForce Center (WFC) Associate Sites (A) MILLE LACS SHERBURNE Monticello (WFC) Hutchinson (WFC) MCLEOD Milaca (A) WRIGHT KANABEC Mora (WFC) ISANTI Cambridge (WFC) Pine City (A) CHISAGO Forest Lake (A) PINE A Workforce System Partner Administrative Office Monticello* 406 East 7 th St., P.O. Box 720 Monticello, MN (TTY) Branch Offices Cambridge* 140 Buchanan St., Suite 152 Cambridge, MN Forest Lake Forest Road N Forest Lake, MN Hutchinson* Ridgewater College 2 Century Ave. SE Hutchinson, MN Litchfield* 114 N. Holcombe Ave., Suite 170 Litchfield, MN Milaca Mille Lacs County Community and Veterans Services nd St. SE Milaca, MN Mora* 903 East Forest Ave. Mora, MN Olivia Renville County Government Service Center 105 South 5 th St., Suite 203H Olivia, MN Pine City Pine Technical College 900 Fourth St. SE Pine City, MN Willmar* Ridgewater College Student Services Building A123B/A123C th Ave. NW Willmar, MN *Denotes a WorkForce Center A proud partner of the network Equal Opportunity Employer and Program Provider