City commissioner asks Dougherty County to back Job Corps centers, support displaced students
Commissioner Jon Howard (City of Albany) updated the commission on Job Corps legislative budget cuts and asked Dougherty County to consider financial support for Open Arms and a joint press conference; Chairman Heard reported a meeting with Turner Job Corps leadership and urged local coordination.
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Commissioner Jon Howard of the City of Albany addressed the Dougherty County Commission seeking county support to "save the future of all Job Corp centers" amid state and federal budget concerns. Howard provided an update on the legislative process, requested financial assistance for Open Arms to serve displaced students, and proposed a joint City–County press conference to rally community backing.
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