Workforce Innovation and Performance Committee of the Monroe County/Rochester Workforce Development Board Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed the Adult and Dislocated Worker performance indicators for the third quarter of the program year and discussed the ongoing negotiations with the state regarding performance goals for the upcoming program years. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to revising the Incumbent Worker Training policy, specifically introducing a requirement that businesses must have a minimum of two employees to be eligible for training grants, aimed at better aligning the program with legislative goals for workforce upskilling and retention.
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The board reviewed financial performance for the third quarter of Program Year 2025 and adopted the budget for the 2026 program year, which highlighted adjustments needed due to WIOA funding changes. Actions taken included authorizing the blanket transfer of WIOA funds, awarding contracts for Out-of-School Youth Navigator services, and approving revisions to the Eligible Training Provider List policy and the Incumbent Worker Training program. Additionally, the board approved consultant contracts for strategic planning and grant writing services. The meeting featured a presentation on the Young Adult Manufacturing Training Employment Program and provided updates on the construction of a new career center, the Finger Lakes ON-RAMP initiative, and the implementation of a new integrated workforce reporting system.
Jun 2, 2026·Board meeting
Workforce Development Board Executive, Finance and Audit Committee and RochesterWorks, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
The meeting included the adoption of amended RochesterWorks, Inc. by-laws, specifically addressing corporate governance structure changes regarding the County Executive's role. The committee reviewed and recommended a strategic planning consultant contract with the Center for Governmental Research. Financial discussions covered the Program Year 2025, Quarter 3 financials, showing a net surplus, and reviewed the draft Program Year 2026 budget, noting funding challenges and the new Finger Lakes ON-RAMP initiative. Additionally, the committee updated the Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) policy regarding allowable coaching and material costs, approved WIOA Youth Navigator RFP recommendations, authorized various procurement services, received updates on the Finger Lakes ON-RAMP roles and implementation, discussed the new Career Center construction timeline, and reviewed the results of the Monroe-ROC WDB Member survey.
Mar 17, 2026·Board meeting
Workforce Development Board Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed Program Year 2025 Quarter 2 financials, noting transfers in funding and budget status for various programs. Key actions included approving a service agreement for general legal services with Harris Beach Murtha, ratifying the contract with Cornerstone Training Institute for the Renewable Energy Training Initiative, and authorizing funding for eight work experience programs for the 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program. Additionally, the board approved a revision to Policy 104 concerning Individual Training Account guidelines to remove funding caps on Commercial Drivers License training. The meeting also featured updates on the Finger Lakes ON-RAMP initiative, the Career Center Project at MCC, new marketing and branding efforts, and upcoming strategic planning.
