Invitation for Public Comment on the Local Workforce Development Plan

September 23, 2024
News

The ARIZONA@WORK City of Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Board, in partnership with the City of Phoenix Mayor and City Council, is pleased to announce that it is developing the Local Workforce Development Plan for the years 2025 through 2028, as required for designated Local Workforce Development Areas under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).  This plan outlines strategies for workforce programs serving adults, youth, and dislocated workers, focusing on enhancing employment opportunities, supporting local businesses, and fostering economic growth in alignment with national and state workforce goals.  

We Value Your Input!

Public participation is crucial to ensuring that our plan reflects the needs and priorities of our community. We invite all residents, business owners, and stakeholders to review the plan and provide feedback.

 

How to Review the Plan:

 

How to Submit Comments:

  • Online: Visit https://arizonaatwork.com/locations/city-phoenix/plans to submit your comments electronically here or by email.
  • Email: Send your comments to [email protected] or submit here: 
  • Mail: Written comments can be mailed to City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department 200 W. Washington St. 20th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003.
  • In-Person: Attend our Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Board Meeting on September 25, 2024 at 1pm at the Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Center (302 N. First Ave, 6th Floor) to provide verbal comments.

Public Comment Period:

  • The public comment period is open from Monday, September 23, 2024, through Thursday, October 3, 2024. All comments must be received by noon on October 3, 2024 to be considered.

 

Your feedback is essential to shaping the future of workforce development in our area. We look forward to hearing from you!

For more information, please contact Hayden Maynard at [email protected] or 602-534-7362.

We thank you in advance for viewing and commenting on the plan, which will impact City of Phoenix workforce – our residents, employers, job seekers, training and education providers that support adult and youth workers – over the next four years.

Respectfully,
LaSetta Hogans
Executive Director
Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Board