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2 Year Modification

Plan: Texas PYs 2018-2019
Combined Plan C

Section: WIOA State Plan Common Elements

Narrative: III. a. 2. I.

Published
Located in:
  • III. Operational Planning Elements
    The Unified or Combined State Plan must include an Operational Planning Elements section that support the State’s strategy and the system-wide vision described in Section II.(c) above. Unless otherwise noted, all Operational Planning Elements apply to Combined State Plan partner programs included in the plan as well as to core programs. This section must include—
    • a. State Strategy Implementation
      The Unified or Combined State Plan must include—
      • 2. Implementation of State Strategy
        Describe how the lead State agency with responsibility for the administration of each core program or a Combined Plan partner program included in this plan will implement the State’s Strategies identified in Section II(c). above. This must include a description of—

III. a. 2. I. Coordinating with Economic Development Strategies.

Describe how the activities identified in (A) will be coordinated with economic development entities, strategies and activities in the State.
View corresponding narrative from PYs 2016-2017

Current Narrative:

TWC’s market–driven approach engages all potential customers, including economic development entities. TWC’s Office of Employer Initiatives (OEI) and its network of regional Texas Workforce Solutions partners hold listening events throughout Texas to hear about the good work that is being done and the workforces challenges that each region faces. Through these meetings, new initiatives are launched and new industry–aligned strategies are formulated. OEI also partners with the TEA and THECB in regional meetings with employers, higher education and public education leaders, economic development and local workforce professionals, and other key community leaders to discuss regional economic priorities, employer workforce needs, and the career planning and preparation needed for Texas students to be ready for success in college or a career.

Additionally, TWC helps coordinate presentations and resources for the Governor’s Small Business Forums held throughout the state by the Economic Development and Tourism Division of the Governor’s Office. The forums provide businesses with information regarding available governmental services, workforce training programs, contracting opportunities, best practices and methodologies, exporting products and services, and any other areas relevant to small business inception and growth. OEI is primarily funded through general revenue, as part of the executive budget.