Justin Al-Igoe

The meeting addressed several key administrative and operational matters. The Chairperson introduced two new board members and noted one resignation. The Consent Agenda involved recommendations for approval spanning October 2025 and January 2026, covering items such as the Regional Innovation Grant (RIP), Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) TAT funding, and various Fiscal Year 2026 programmatic approvals (TAA Case Management, PATH, RESEA modification, Going PRO Talent Fund assistance). Board Action Items unanimously approved included the Michigan Works! System Plan for Calendar Year 2026, acceptance of the RIP grant and the MEDC TAT grant, and action regarding the termination of the Warren Service Center lease due to Certificate of Occupancy issues. Discussion items included open RFPs for office space and the website, as well as grant opportunities and revoked grants.

The meeting was called to order by the Vice Chairperson. The Macomb County Executive, Mark Hackel, provided updates on projects and growth within Macomb County. The board received the Executive Director's report, which included federal, state, and agency updates, as well as the WIOA enrollment report and the Service Center traffic report. Informational items covered Google Reviews and the Workforce Wins December 2025 Edition. The agenda concluded with scheduling the next meeting.

The meeting included the approval of the September 2025 board meeting minutes. Key action items approved during the consent agenda involved the PATH FY26 Transitional Support Services budget and the TANF FY26 Refugee budget. Board action items included the acceptance of the PATH Transitional Support Service grant, the TANF Refugee grant acceptance, and the approval of the Dislocated Worker- Auto Related budget amounting to $36,000 for participant training and support services. Discussion items focused on Warren lease concerns and the Strategic Plan update. The Executive Director provided updates on federal, state, and agency matters, including WIOA enrollment and Service Center traffic reports. Informational items included an Incumbent Worker report and the FY 2026 PATH contract for EDSI.

This document outlines the mid-cycle modification to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Regional Plan for WIOA Planning Region 10, focusing on enhancing regional workforce development initiatives and improving collaboration among Michigan Works Agencies. Key strategic areas include addressing the mismatch between job opportunities and the talent pool's skill levels, expanding regional service strategies, meeting training and employment needs, and providing specialized support for veterans, youth, and the long-term unemployed. The plan aims to strengthen partnerships and foster collaboration on industry sector initiatives to build a robust regional workforce system.

This document is a mid-cycle modification to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Local Plan for program years 2020 through 2023. The plan outlines a vision for a demand-driven workforce system that leads to self-sufficiency by increasing learning opportunities and aligning community resources. Key strategies include integrating workforce development into adult, post-secondary, and secondary education, increasing work-based learning and employer-responsive training, and aligning with economic and community development. It also focuses on enhancing career counseling, expanding virtual programming, addressing the needs of individuals with barriers to employment, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring continuous improvement and accessibility of the One-Stop delivery system. The plan details comprehensive adult, dislocated worker, and youth employment and training activities, coordination with Unemployment Insurance, and promotion of entrepreneurial skills, all aimed at preparing job seekers for in-demand careers and connecting employers with a skilled workforce.