Board approves abolishment of JFS position and related layoff amid low program participation
Aug 11, 2026
Job and Family Services presented two related resolutions (26-569 and 26-570) to abolish a position and lay off an employee after a grant-funded program lacked participation; staff said one remaining employee can handle the caseload and the board approved both measures.
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Job and Family Services presented two related personnel actions to the board. Bob Anderson said Resolution 26-569 adopts a statement of rationale approving the abolishment of a position resulting from lack of activity in a state-funded grant program, and Resolution 26-570 authorizes the layoff of an employee for the same reason. Anderson explained the position was part of a state initiative funded through a grant but participation was insufficient, and that remaining staff could cover the caseload.
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