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Committee reviews $2 million federal youth employment grant; members press for higher hourly pay and reporting
Summary
The committee heard details of a $2 million U.S. Department of Labor 'Growth Opportunities' grant for youth employment and violence‑prevention work. Sponsors said it funds training, work experience and supports for about 160 participants; councilors urged higher wages and requested progress reports.
Milwaukee — The Public Safety and Health Committee on Oct. 2 reviewed a $2 million federal Grow Opportunities grant awarded to Employ Milwaukee, with the Office of Community Wellness and Safety as a subrecipient. The program will target roughly 160 youth considered at higher risk of violence and provide training, work experience and supportive services.
Wilbur Holloway of Employ Milwaukee told the committee the grant aims to combine a six‑week work‑readiness academy with up to 200 hours of paid work…
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