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Commissioner says MI Works funding cut will reduce services; county discusses BRES employment supports
Summary
Commissioner Lewis reported a 31.3% federal funding reduction to MI Works beginning in July, which she said will decrease services across four programs; she also noted local discussion of Barrier Removal Employment Services (BRES) and workforce help.
Commissioner Lewis told the Board that "MI Works federal funding will be reduced by 31.3% as of July," and said the reduction will decrease services in four programs. She raised the question of potential county feedback on whether the county should offer domestic-partner health benefits as requested by District Health, saying the Commission had no consensus.
Lewis also reported on discussion at the Collaborative Body regarding Barrier Removal Employment Services (BRES) through MI Works, a program intended to help residents maintain employment by addressing barriers. The Board registered the report as part of commissioner updates during the meeting.
