3.D.
Announcements, Community and Special Events and Presentations
4/18/2017  | CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM |
| COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 4/18/2017 | | REQUESTED ACTION BY COMMISSION: Announcement by South Tech CEO and President, Mr. Jim Kidd and Director of Schools, Jay Boggess regarding the school’s successful efforts in training for trades through a new Pre-Apprentice program. In addition, an announcement will be made in regards to upcoming Career Fairs focused on the trade industry.
| | EXPLANATION OF REQUEST: South Tech now offers Pre-Apprenticeships in Electrical, Heating Ventilation & Air-Conditioning (HVAC), and Plumbing.
Career Source of Palm Beach County, Palm Beach County, The Palm Beach County League of Cities and the Palm Beach School District have scheduled three hiring and training events within Palm Beach County during the month of April. These career fairs will focus on construction and building trades. Dozens of area employers, with immediate job openings, are participating. SouthTech is hosting the Wednesday, April 26 event (flyer attached).
| | HOW WILL THIS AFFECT CITY PROGRAMS OR SERVICES? Fostering partnerships with our schools cultivates workforce readiness, civic involvement, and business growth. Career fairs assist with job placement and a vibrant economy. | | FISCAL IMPACT: Non-budgeted N/A | | ALTERNATIVES: Do not hear the announcement. | | STRATEGIC PLAN: | | STRATEGIC PLAN APPLICATION: |
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