Public Consultation Announcement - Proposed Merger of Local Workforce Development Boards

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You’re Invited:            Public Stakeholder Consultation
Date:                           August 4, 2025
Time:                           5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location:                     Via Zoom (link below)

Dear Stakeholders,
 
The Chief Elected Officials of the Mississippi Valley and South Central Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) invite you to attend a public stakeholder consultation on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. via Zoom to discuss the proposed merger of the two LWDBs into a single regional workforce board.

This consultation is an opportunity for community members, service providers, employers, education partners, and other stakeholders to:

  • Learn about the reasons for the proposed merger
  • Review the proposed transition plan and timeline
  • Provide feedback before formal submission to the State Workforce Development Board
We welcome your input as we work together to ensure a strong and sustainable workforce system that continues to meet the needs of our region.
 
Zoom Meeting Link:
Meeting URL:        https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84817881972?pwd=DLyamDC5ImlJn3fp9mn5KZUbGvWLgQ.1
Meeting ID:             848 1788 1972
Passcode:               894708
One tap mobile:13017158592
 
If you have any questions in advance of the meeting, please contact Miranda Swafford, Executive Director of the Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Board at [email protected]
We look forward to your participation.
 
Accommodations
Accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in this Zoom meeting, please contact Mandy Tripp at
[email protected] or at 563-279-429

Public Consultation Announcement - Proposed Merger of Local Workforce Development Boards