Jul 22, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardGovernor's Workforce Development Board Barriers and Underserved Populations Subcommittee Subcommittee Meeting
The subcommittee held a meeting to facilitate a leadership transition and discuss future goals. Key discussion topics included establishing a focused approach for the subcommittee by prioritizing high-impact barriers, such as transportation and access to work-related attire, to support workforce development. The group discussed leveraging existing statewide infrastructure and partnerships to address these needs. Additionally, members proposed obtaining an updated employment report to identify groups disproportionately affected by unemployment or underemployment to help guide future policy recommendations.