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Jun 15, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Gst Michigan Works! Strategic Plan 2024-2028
The GST Michigan Works! Strategic Plan outlines a four-year framework (2024-2028) to enhance workforce development across its six-county region. The plan focuses on empowering employers and job seekers through collaborative partnerships, customer-centered services, and data-informed decision-making. Key strategic priorities include strengthening internal communication and coordination, improving service access, enhancing public recognition, fostering purposeful partnerships, and implementing proactive service strategies. The plan aims to reduce employment barriers, expand work-based learning opportunities, strengthen career pathways in high-demand occupations, align workforce investments with employer demand, and develop foundational employability skills, ultimately building a prosperous regional economy.
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Gstmi Gstmichigan Genesee Shiawassee Works Governing Board Minutes
The board discussed and approved several items, including action items from the Workforce Development Board meeting and the selection of Maner Costerisan for Audit Services based on RFP criteria. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, including the Agency Budget and Expenditure Reports for the period ending April 30th, 2026, and the initial Fiscal Year Budget for 2026-2027. Additionally, the check run report was approved, and members were updated on the potential upcoming RFP for office space in Flint.
The board conducted several key actions, including the re-election of officers and the approval of various action items for the Workforce Development Board. Appointments were confirmed for Mary Shelton to the Literacy/Adult Education sector, and Janie Witt and Gary Gariglio to the Business sector and as an alternate, respectively. The board also approved office space leases for the Sandusky and Lapeer locations, reviewed the agency budget and expenditure report, and accepted the finance committee's report regarding the recent check run.
Mar 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Gst Michigan Genesee Wrks Shiawassee Thumb Workforce Development Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and approved several plans, including the Michigan Works! System Plan and the FY 26 Going Pro Talent Fund, Cycle 1. Key appointments were made to the Career and Educational Advisory Council. The agency's grant budget and expenditure reports were reviewed and approved. Updates were provided regarding the Community Growth Academy cohorts, the Regional Innovation Grant, and the Apprentice Readiness Training program. Additionally, partner updates included reports on youth summer programs, Electronic Benefits Transfer card updates, adult education statistics, and successful performance rankings for the local Job Corps centers.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
