Commission to renew workforce partnership; requests presentation and oversight details

Sep 29, 2026

Commissioners agreed to renew the county's membership with Kansas Workforce (Heartland Works) but asked that the workforce agency present to the commission so members can evaluate benefits and measurable outcomes.

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Commissioners agreed to move forward with renewing the county's partnership with Kansas Workforce (formerly Heartland Works) but asked that the organization come to present its services and explain benefits and reporting measures to the commission before re-signing in force. One commissioner said the county's prior membership paperwork looks essentially the same as the 2024 agreement and recommended rejoining while scheduling a presentation.

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