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CAREER SOLUTIONS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA

Monday, April 8, 2019 at 3:30pm Career Solutions-Guest WiFi: Welcome2CareerSolutions!

Location: CareerForce St. Cloud 1542 Northway Drive, St. Cloud, MN 56303 – Door #2 Please park in Lot B (no permit needed at this time).

1. Call the Meeting to Order/Introductions

J. Magelssen

2. Approve Agenda

ACTION: J. Magelssen

3. Consent Agenda A. Minutes from 03/11/2019 (Attachment 3.A.) B. Program Committee Application – Kim Randall, Division Director with Robert

Half/Office Team (Attachment 3.B.)

ACTION: J. Magelssen

4. Cost Allocation of CareerForce Lab/Infrastructure Funding Agreement (IFA) – Joan Berning, Field Operations Regional Manager for Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development

5. Human Resource Networking Group – Angie Dahle, Business Development Manager for Career Solutions

6. Committee Work A. Electrolux Update B. Rural Transportation Coordinating Councils (RTCC) Survey Data Results as

of March 11, 2019 (Attachment 6.B.) C. Career Solutions (Rescheduled) Annual Meeting – April 11th at 3:00pm D. CareerForce Rebranding Update E. Untapped Workforce Series:

i. Disabilities ii. Second Chance

F. Other

T. Biery T. Biery

7. Other A. From the Floor/Announcements B. Next Meeting 05/13/2019 at 3:30pm at CareerForce St. Cloud –

Presentation: i. May 13th: Human/Sex Trafficking (Cynthia (CeCe) Terlouw) ii. June 10th: Metro Bus (Doug Diedrichsen) iii. August 12th: Operational Implementation Plan with RTCC (Brian

Gibson)

J. Magelssen

8. Adjourn

J. Magelssen

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STATUS, STATUS WITH REGARD TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, DISABILITY, OR AGE.

Program Committee Meeting – 04.08.19 Attachment 3.A.

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CAREER SOLUTIONS LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Location: CareerForce St. Cloud 1542 Northway Drive, St. Cloud, MN 56303 – Door #2 Date: March 11, 2019 at 3:30pm Attendance: Jill Magelssen, Brent Bultema, Janelle Heesch, Ken Huling, Kathy Kirchner,

Sarah Lampert Karen Pundsack, Brandon Schauer & Tricia Simon. Career Solutions Staff: Tammy Biery, Ileana Merten & Kari Court. Absent: Teresa Bohnen. Guest: N/A

Call the Meeting to Order:

J. Magelssen called the Program Committee Meeting to order at 3:33pm.

Introductions made. Approval of the Agenda: Additions to the agenda include:

Program Committee Applications: o Tanya Adair, VP of Human Resources for DeZurik (Handout) – ACTION o Ann Kennedy, Sales & Marketing Manager for WACOSA (Handout) – ACTION

Motion: B. Schauer made a motion to approve the revised agenda. Seconded by: K. Pundsack. Motion carried. Consent Agenda:

Minutes from 02/11/2019 Motion: B. Schauer made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Seconded by: K. Huling. Motion carried. Exploring Potential Interests & Careers (EPIC) Recap – Gail Cruikshank, Talent Director for Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation

T. Biery stated Gail Cruikshank was planning to present about the EPIC recap today but became ill so T. Biery provided a recap.

EPIC was on the campus of St. Cloud Technical & Community College (SCTCC) on February 22, 2019 and invited over 2,600 youth to attend.

T. Biery provided some history of EPIC. There was a need identified that roughly 1.1 unemployed workers for every job opening in the 4 county area in 2017. EPIC had its first exploratory meeting which was held in December 2017. A small group attended the Bridges Academy in March 2018 which is what EPIC was modeled after. Steering committees were developed for EPIC and planning officially begun.


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Prior to EPIC, students completed a survey to help rank their top education clusters of the six focus areas of EPIC. During EPIC, students were required to visit their top education clusters during the event while the employers and educational partners were encourages to network with students. Post‐EPIC, students, educational partners and employers completed an after event survey. Planning is already underway for the next event.

EPIC goals were to bridge education and industry for youth while contributing to fulfillment of the economic and workforce needs in the region. In addition, expose youth to local careers and employers while connecting school staff with employers for follow up interaction. Another goal for EPIC is to connect employers with schools and students while developing an event model that builds education and industry partnerships for future workforce.

Future aspirations with EPIC will include an annual event that continues to grow in size, scope and impact. District 742 has changed their curriculum for Fall 2019 by adding elective classes for 9th grade which enables students to explore career interests/talents. Each student will then select appropriated classes throughout the rest of high school which similarly follows the EPIC model.

There were ten steering committees to make EPIC happen and EPIC received over $40,000 in sponsorship/donations. In addition, there was 100+ companies and 150+ volunteers present during EPIC event. T. Biery showed a list of all the steering committee company organizations, sponsors and schools that attended EPIC.

T. Biery shared a few survey results: o Employers stated the venue was good and 100% said they would be back next

year but logistics should be focused on for 2020. In addition, list the items the students may perform in each room.

o Student survey results: About 55% of students state they plan to attend a four‐year college 15% said they plan to attend a two‐year college 20% were unsure what to do after high school Another question asked was what is their primary source of advice

regarding career(s) and future goals? 57% answered family. The conversation stemmed around how we get family involved in an event like this so they can see what the career paths are about.

What career cluster are you most interested in? Health Science was the largest and then Agricultural/food was the next largest.

If planning to attend college, what is the most important reason? The majority of the students replied training but 25% said they feel they will make more money by attending college.

Did EPIC help you determine a possible career path or help you confirm one? 63% said yes.

o Responses from a teacher or guidance counselor: the survey asked them to rate factors such as venue, event, etc. and their response was excellent. They all said they would recommend EPIC and would return again.


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EPIC steering committee has already had a debrief meeting to capture some of this feedback and to start planning for next year. More to come on EPIC. K. Huling said there was a lot of hand on experience for the kids and it was set up nice.

K. Kirchner volunteered for set‐up the day before EPIC and shared the set‐up was unorganized. They did not know where to send her so she went from room to room asking if anyone needs help. There was very little direction and should have had a designated person to go to. Seemed like a lack of communication.

K. Pundsack stated her 10th grader went to EPIC. He stated to her that the volunteers knew what they were doing and liked that food was offered. Her youth mentioned it could have been better mapped out and suggested room numbers on the map to help navigate. In addition, have pictures on the map that represent something, such as a picture of a cow on the map. K. Pundsack son also mentioned to her that you could tell which adults worked with youth more often than others. These people felt more comfortable approaching the youth versus other adults that may not have felt as comfortable. They seemed to speak with other adults versus connecting with the students. Did not engage the students like the EMS and Police did. Some may need to learn more about student outreach.

S. Lampert said that many students were lost and/or confused about where to go. Room numbers on the map would have been helpful. Overall, she received good feedback from the students. B. Bultema said for a first time event and for it being so large, it was amazing! Kids were engaged and eager to go into the next room.

Committee Work

Electrolux Update – Career Solutions has over 300 clients enrolled in the Dislocated Workers Program through Electrolux. We recently offered a CDL informational session through Heavy Metal Trucking to our client’s onsite at Electrolux and over 50 people attended this session. Logistically, this is a high number because the trainer can only train four clients at a time within a four week period. We are trying to address this capacity issue with the trainer.

Out of our database, Career Solutions is able to pull a huge amount of demographic information about the clients who are enrolled in our program. T. Biery explained some of the demographics to the Program Committee Members:

o Majority of the clients are 40 years old or greater o 24 veterans enrolled o Have 255 clients who have been with Electrolux for 10+ years o 59 clients who need language proficiency assistance o 53 clients do not have a high school diploma/GED o 40% of clients have less than an 8th grade math comprehension score o 30% of clients have less than an 8th grade reading level

Electrolux has announced the plant will close on November 1, 2019. The original date was at the end of December so this impacts our training schedule which is being addressed now with the clients. T. Biery stated the computer training classes are filling up fast so we keep adding additional class opportunities. Career Solutions is offering


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another intake session at Electrolux and the hope is that now the plant closure date has been officially announced, that more employees will enroll into the Dislocated Workers Program. Career Solutions has also offered GED classes through Adult Basic Education at Electrolux but clients showed little to no interest in obtaining their GED. There may be little interest due to the clients not wanting their co‐workers to find out they do not have a GED and/or the client(s) may have checked yes on their application to having a GED but they really do not have one. There may still be interests, they would rather attend the GED classes out in the community versus attending them onsite at Electrolux.

Career Solutions may see a large increase of Electrolux employees enrolling in the Dislocated Workers Program now that the plant closure announcement has been made. Some clients may be waiting because they do not want attend training while working full‐time. This also affects Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) benefits because TAA offers 130 weeks of training whether you attend school full‐time or part‐time. Everyone scenario is different.

Wacosa Impact with Electrolux Closure – T. Biery stated with the announcement of the Electrolux plant closure, Wacosa is looking at potentially laying off 300 of their employees unless they find additional work from other businesses. Gail Cruikshank, Della Ludwig, Angie Dahle and T. Biery have brainstormed options to help with the impact on Wacosa. This group has recruited businesses to go on a tour to see how Wacosa can assist other business’s needs. In addition, they have connected Central Minnesota Manufacturing Association (CMMA) and Wacosa so those businesses can tour Wacosa as well at one of their monthly meetings.

Authentic Aging Presentation – T. Biery stated as we look at the different pockets of talent such as veterans, immigrants, people with felonies, etc. Another pocket of job seekers is the elderly who are not be ready to fully retire. In looking at the Electrolux demographic population, many of the enrolled clients are at/or are close to retirement age.

A gentleman who retired but found he was not ready to fully retire performed research on how to successfully retire. Career Solutions is looking at possibly offering the Authentic Aging Presentation to Electrolux clients as well as opening it up to the general public since this training is free/minimal fee to non‐profits.

CareerONE 2019 Program Enhancements & RFP Results – Career Solutions been running CareerONE for the past 17 years and last year, we offered a healthcare track for some youth. The healthcare track included First Aid/CPR and Medical Terminology course. The Medical Terminology was too advanced for some students, so this year, I. Merten stated we will be offering some classes that are a part of the CNA training program. They will earn these credits within the 5 week course and may continue their education to become a CNA outside of CareerONE if they see fit. In addition, this year, Career Solutions will be offering a construction/manufacturing track to students in CareerONE as well. Each student enrolled in this track will earn their OSAH 10 certificate and have some hand‐on experience with the construction trade. More to come on this track.


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RFP’s were conducted for the CareerONE facilities location, teambuilding and transportation. The facilities RFP is awarded to SCTCC. Teambuilding and transportation are still in process.

There will be condensed CareerONE Program offered in Paynesville and Sauk Centre again this year. Career Solutions plans to have 120 students enrolled in the St. Cloud Camp, 20 in Sauk Centre and 12 in Paynesville locations.

Dr. Holmen, CEO of CentraCare Health, has opened some connections with Career Solutions to ask for funds from other businesses. Meetings are being scheduled as we seek to help diversify our funders and to grow the program. Exciting news!

Staff Certification on Myers‐Briggs Training – Career Solutions offers a training program called Career Trek where clients take different assessments and learn more about career exploration. Mike, an outside consultant who is the instructor, normally scheduled the Career Trek courses once every three weeks. With the high demand and Electrolux clients, it seems to be offered almost every week. Career Solutions is having a staff member trained to teach the course and will need to be certified to perform the Myers‐Briggs assessment. This will lighten the burden off of Mike and offer more flexibility in scheduling.

Program Committee Applications – J. Magelssen stated there were handouts of two Program Committee Applications. Tanya Adair, VP of Human Resources for DeZurik, attends the HR Networking Group with Angie and Tanya would like to be more involved in our organization.

Motion: K. Pundsack made a motion to approve Tanya Adair Program Committee Application. Seconded by: T. Simon. Motion carried.

Ann Kennedy, Sales & Marketing Manager for WACOSA, would also like to engage with Career Solutions and thought it would be a good fit for Ann to join as a member of the Program Committee.

Motion: K. Pundsack made a motion to approve Ann Kennedy Program Committee Application. Seconded by: B. Schauer. Motion carried.

Other – I. Merten stated herself and T. Biery attended a presentation called We are all Criminals in Duluth, MN. This presentation was regarding how ex‐felons have a difficult time finding a job, housing, transportation, etc. and Career Solutions is looking to bring this educational presentation to St. Cloud. I. Merten said she recently met with the Dream Center. This center helps individuals who have recently been released from prison and they are the most at‐risk to return to prison. This center offers housing to these ex‐felons. I. Merten met with the Program Manager and the Program Manager shares some success stories that we may also share during the We are Criminals presentation.

From the Floor/Announcements – none discussed. J. Magelssen adjourned the Program Committee meeting at 4:26pm. Next meeting is scheduled for 04/08/19 at 3:30pm.

Kari.Court

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Program Committee Meeting - 04.08.19 Attachment 3.B.

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Q1 Would you change the proposed SERVICE AREA - which includesBenton, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties -

for the Central Minnesota RTCC?Answered: 17 Skipped: 0

Total Respondents: 17

# IF "YES", PLEASE ADD YOUR SUGGESTED CHANGES BELOW: DATE

1 Sherburne County! 1/20/2019 3:23 PM

2 Hennepin county 1/17/2019 4:23 PM

3 I think this is a great start, but I know that a lot of people in this area travel to Hennepin County formedial services and jobs. It might be a good idea to include Hennepin County at some point.

1/15/2019 6:21 PM

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Coordinating Transportation Services Survey

Kari.Court

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Program Committee Meeting-04.8.19 Attachment 6.B.

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Q2 Would you change the following MISSION STATEMENT for theproposed Central Minnesota RTCC?"The RTCC will serve as a

centralized transportation service coordinator of affordable, quality,accessible, and available mobility options to all people in the region."

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Q3 Would you change the following GOALS for the proposed CentralMinnesota RTCC?- Interagency Coordination- Efficient use of available

resources, including leveraging volunteer drivers- Support theidentification of transportation payment sources- Improve the cost-

effectiveness of services through regional mobility managment- Increasepublic awareness of services- Establish a mechanism to evaluate

transportation services- Establish standards for quality transportationservices- Address comprehensive transportation needs



# IF "YES", PLEASE ADD YOUR SUGGESTIONS BELOW: DATE

1 Sherburne county 1/18/2019 12:56 PM

2 I would answer maybe... Recommend that a timeline be put around the goals. It is impossible toachieve all of these at the same time. How would the "increase in public awareness of services bemeasured"?

1/17/2019 2:33 PM

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Q4 Briefly describe your experience with transportation. What is workingwell for you? What would you like to change? Example: Have you ever

been unable to reach your desired destination because you couldn't find aride or a reliable source of transportation?


# RESPONSES DATE

1 Would like to see more upgrades at Metro Bus stops (shelters, benches, etc.). Often their is only asign post and no place to sit or be sheltered from the elements...sometimes the sign and post arelocated right on busy street with no sidewalk or place to stand that is safe. Collaboration betweentransportation agencies and local municipalities or County should be stronger to encourageinnovative funding gap solutions to help make transit stops more inviting and accessiblespecifically as it pertains to ADA.

1/25/2019 11:21 AM

2 Have not used it. Nice to have as an option if I needed it. 1/23/2019 5:45 PM

3 If something happens to your vehicle kind if stuck. Also have an elderly parent living witg us. Benice for some modes if transportation in Big Lake area.

1/20/2019 3:23 PM

4 It's hard to find transportation for residential pick up between big lake and Becker. 1/18/2019 6:14 PM

5 I live in Big Lake and find it hard to get from Big Lake to Elk River. The restrictions mean I wouldneed to wait several hours at the govt center to get return from Elk River.

1/18/2019 6:08 PM

6 Have not used yet, but see a need in the future...travel to Drs, etc from Sherburne to Anoka Countyservices...specifically Anoka and Coon Rapids

1/18/2019 12:56 PM

7 If I have van problems it would be nice to have this option to rely on 1/18/2019 11:06 AM

8 When I have been too ill to drive I would have appreciated transportation to and from my doctors,pharmacy etc.

1/17/2019 9:50 PM

9 Wishing it was easier to map out to where I am going. Would like a Google maps type system thatworks with all forms of transportation that suggests routes based on travel time, cost, ect

1/17/2019 4:23 PM

10 We are this first house outside of Big Lake City limits. My 20 yr old Special needs daughteroccasionally needs transportation. There is no reasonable priced option for us. Cabs are way toexpensive and TriCap only picks up in city limits.

1/17/2019 4:16 PM

11 Na 1/17/2019 4:03 PM

12 No 1/17/2019 4:01 PM

13 Available transportation anytime 1/17/2019 3:37 PM

14 Would like to use Tri Cap to transport my open enrolled granddaughter to school. 1/17/2019 3:08 PM

15 No real issues personally, but do provide necessary transportation to others as needed. 1/17/2019 2:33 PM

16 Currently I reside in St. Cloud and have no issues finding an Uber or Taxi when needed. I knowthat if I couldn't use one of those options there are also bus routes available. When my family livedin Buffalo and Big Lake, there were limited options for public transportation, so if my car brokedown, I was unable to make it to work without a friend/family members' help. My mother hadissues in Buffalo finding rides to her medical appointments. Wait times between stops were verylong and tough in the winter months.

1/15/2019 6:21 PM

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