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Local B.E.S.T. program reports serving youths and a dislocated worker under WIOA

Putnam County Board · September 9, 2024
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Summary

Carrie Folken said the Business Employment Skills Team (B.E.S.T.) served five youths and one dislocated worker through WIOA between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024, placing participants in three Putnam County businesses.

Carrie Folken presented information about the Business Employment Skills Team (B.E.S.T.) program and said 5 youths and 1 dislocated worker received services and enrolled in the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act program during the program year July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024. Folken reported participants were placed in three businesses within Putnam County and thanked the board for their participation in supporting the program.

Folken shared anecdotal examples of how the program has helped residents in the community; the presentation and any supporting materials were placed on file with the County Clerk & Recorder for review by interested parties.