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Approve the new appointment of Summer Miguel, as Business Representative, to the Workforce Development Board of Solano County, for a term beginning April 9, 2024, and expiring April 8, 2028, as required under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of Solano County recommends that the Board of Supervisors appoint Summer Miguel as Business Representative to the WDB of Solano County, for a term beginning April 9, 2024, and expiring April 8, 2028, as required under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
SUMMARY:
The Board of Supervisors, as the local elected official authorized under §107(b)(1) of the 2014 WIOA and as described on page 2 of the Bylaws of the WDB of Solano County, Article VI-Section C. Selection of Directors, appoint representatives to the Board of Directors of the WDB. The WDB Board of Directors approved the above-named nominee at their March 22, 2024, Board of Directors meeting.
Based on the technical certifications, membership nominations, and application (Attachment A), as well as WDB Board action, Summer Miguel can now be considered for formal ratification by the Board of Supervisors as the newest representative on the Board of Directors of the WDB.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
This action has no financial impact. The WDB is fully grant funded and receives no County General Funds.
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Summer Miguel - Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Ms. Miguel’s extensive experience with Six Flags spans over 13 years beginning in the Entertainment department at Six Flags Magic Mountain. She has grown and developed her skills even more now as the Human Resources Manager at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Her tenure at Six Flags has provided her with invaluable insights into talent acquisition, training, and retention strategies, which are crucial components of workforce development initiatives.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Miguel possesses outstanding interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine passion for making a meaningful impact. She is highly regarded by her colleagues and peers for her integrity, reliability, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
After a technical review of the application documents, the appointment brought before the Board of Directors have been found to be in compliance with the regulatory requirements governing the Business Representative categories for the Workforce Development membership appointments. The term of office will be from April 9, 2024, through April 8, 2028.
Attached for review is a copy of Ms. Miguel’s Membership Application and Recommendation Letter (Attachment A).
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board of Supervisors could choose not to ratify the appointment of Summer Miguel and a new search for a business representative could ensue. However, Ms. Miguel is considered to be an excellent candidate to serve in the Business Representative category on the WDB.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
Katrina Schuchart, Chairman of Visit Concord, provided a nomination on behalf of Ms. Miguel.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION