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The Workforce Investment Board Is...
§ A result of the Workforce Investment Act, signed in to law by President Clinton in 1998
§ Made up of representatives from labor, education, non-profit and private sectors
§ Has a minimum of 29 seats, with the majority comprised of business representatives
Members of the Workforce Investment Board...
§ Create an integrated workforce system in San Mateo County
§ Respond to the needs of a rapidly changing local economy
§ Implement broad-based policy and strategic plans to address workforce needs
§ Oversee the local One-Stop System offering comprehensive employment services
PenninsulaWorks...
§ Is the One-Stop System in San Mateo County
§ Operates as an integrated partnership of public and community-based organizations
§ Provides comprehensive employment and training services to job seekers
§ Offers a variety of business services for employers
§ Is accessible to persons with disabilities
§ Has four County locations – Redwood City, Menlo Park, San Carlos and Daly City
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