Council accepts joint report on city job fairs, prioritizes outreach to marginalized populations

The City Council accepted and registered a joint report from the Department of Personnel and the Department of Economic Development on city‑run job fairs and hiring programs aimed at helping marginalized residents find work.

Presenters told the council the programs are intended as a resource for all residents while emphasizing targeted outreach to populations that face barriers to employment. Staff said some portions of the programs are open to the general public so they do not "block" access while remaining focused on priority groups.

Council members asked about follow‑up, partnerships with other service providers, and how the city will measure reach. Staff said they work with community centers and private partners to refer candidates and that departments across the city have contributed entry‑level positions to the program. The presenters said reporting will be provided on a regular cadence, with quarterly updates or more frequently if requested.

One councilmember praised in particular work at the "Universidad de Mission" and congratulated Brenda and the Economic/Workforce team for consolidating services and training opportunities. The council voted to accept and register the report; the transcript records a roll‑call confirmation with council members Cosmotasi and Rodríguez noted during the listing.