Promoting a flexible, innovative, and effective workforce system within the State of Michigan. Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Implementation: Continuing the Momentum 2015 Michigan Works! Annual Conference Mt. Pleasant, Michigan October 4-6, 2015

Session Overview  Progress since passage of WIOA in July 2014  Key guidance released since June mini-conference  Update on final WIOA regulations  Key next steps in terms of implementation

Key Accomplishments Since Passage of WIOA on July 22, 2014  Defined regions in place as part of Governor Snyder’s Regional Prosperity Initiative – Alignment w/ these regions occurring at local level  WIOA compliant state board established/operating – Onboarding and orientation complete – By-laws and governance structure in place – Already held two quarterly meetings – Some key policies requiring consultation approved

Key Accomplishments Continued  Necessary modifications made to State’s One-Stop Management Information System (OSMIS) prior to start of WIOA implementation on July 1, 2015 – Able to capture necessary data for WIOA participants  Necessary modifications made to State’s fiscal management system (MARS) – Able to capture necessary WIA and WIOA information

Key Accomplishments Continued  WIOA Ready, Set, Go held on June 17, 2015 – Focused on all aspects of WIOA implementation – Participation by all WIOA core partners  Draft WIOA program operating guidance issued to local areas prior to July 1, 2015

Key Accomplishments Continued  Closer collaboration between WIOA Titles I, II, and III with WIOA Title IV – Having monthly implementation discussions – Working together on State’s Unified Plan  Greater partnership between WDA and MWAs

What do you feel have been some of the key accomplishments this past year from a local perspective?

Implementation Challenges/Issues  Lack of timely guidance from the federal departments necessary to implement WIOA  Inconsistent messaging from the federal level regarding when WIOA goes into effect – USDOL says July 1, 2015 while USDOE says July 1, 2016

Challenges/Issues Continued  Lack of meaningful technical assistance from the federal departments to assist with implementation  Existence of multiple data systems tracking participant information for various titles of WIOA

From your perspective, what have been some of the implementation challenges/issues you have faced?

Recently Issued Guidance  TEGL 41-14, issued June 26, 2015 – WIOA Training Provider Eligibility Transition  TEGL 1-15, issued July 1, 2015 – Use of WIA Waivers Under WIOA During PY 2015  TEGL 2-15, issued July 1, 2015 – National Dislocated Worker Grants Under WIOA  TEGL 3-15, issued July 1, 2015 – Adult and Dislocated Worker Programming Under WIOA  TEGL 4-15, issued August 13, 2015 – Vision for the One-Stop Delivery System Under WIOA

WIOA Final Regulations Update  Draft WIOA regulations published in April 2015 – Comment period closed in June 2015  Federal departments currently considering all comments, along with other feedback received  According to the law, the final WIOA regulations are to be published no later than January 22, 2016  My Opinion: Final WIOA regulations unlikely to be published by the due date specified in the law

Key Next Steps for Implementation  Regional and Local Strategic Planning – State Plan due to USDOL and USDOE March 3, 2016 – Local and regional plans must be in place by July 1, 2016

Regional Plans Under WIOA Required Elements  Establishment of regional service strategies, including use of cooperative service delivery agreements  Development and implementation of sector initiatives for in- demand industry sectors or occupations  Collection and analysis of regional labor market data  Establishment of administrative cost arrangements, including pooling of funds for administrative costs  Coordination of transportation and other supportive services  Coordination with regional economic development providers  Establishment of agreement concerning how region will collectively negotiate and reach agreement with Governor on local levels of performance (reporting as well) for indicators  Incorporation of all local plans in planning region

Local Plans Under WIOA New Elements  Four-year plan; must review every two years  Must include strategic planning elements  Must describe workforce development system in local area  Must discuss how local board will expand access to employment, education, training, and supportive services in local area  Must describe strategies and services used to facilitate employer engagement, meet needs of businesses, better coordinate programs with economic development, and strengthen UI linkages  Must discuss how local board will coordinate education and workforce activities with: – Secondary and postsecondary education programs – Adult education and literacy programs  Must discuss how one-stop centers implementing and transitioning to integrated, technology-enabled intake and case management information system

Key Next Steps Continued  Local Workforce Development Boards – Members identified; board certified by WDA – Governance structure in place – Onboarding training complete – Functioning

Key Next Steps Continued  Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) – Local boards must execute w/ required one-stop partners – Key components: Service provision and coordination Funding, including infrastructure costs Referral strategies Inclusion strategies Other provisions Duration of agreement – Must review every three years

Key Next Steps Continued  One-Stop Delivery System Design – High-quality one-stop centers: Provide excellent customer service to job seekers, workers, and businesses Reflect innovative and effective service design Operate w/ integrated management systems and high-quality staffing – Local and regional footprint – Use of AJC Common Identifier required by July 1, 2016

Key Next Steps Continued  One-Stop Certification – State required to certify one-stops under WIOA Guidance to be released this Winter after required consultation w/ state workforce investment board (GTIB) – Mix of self-certification followed by onsite reviews

Key Next Steps Continued  New WIOA Youth Expenditure Limitations – Out-of-school youth emphasis (75% minimum*) – Work experience requirement (20% minimum)

Key Next Steps Continued  Review applicable local policies and procedures – Ensure WIOA compliant – Ensure strategic plan alignment

Technical Assistance What are your future needs in terms of technical assistance when it comes to WIOA implementation? What is the best format for the delivery of the needed technical assistance?

Promoting a flexible, innovative, and effective workforce system within the State of Michigan. Questions?

Contact Information Krista Johnson, Manager, WIOA Title I Section Office of Talent Policy and Planning Workforce Development Agency 201 North Washington Square, 5 th Floor Lansing, MI (517) Maggie Sayles, Specialist, WIOA Title I Section Office of Talent Policy and Planning Workforce Development Agency 201 North Washington Square, 5 th Floor Lansing, MI (517)