Tacoma: Applicants Sought for the Local Employment and Apprenticeship Training Program (LEAP) Advisory Committee
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~ The Tacoma City Council is currently on the lookout for individuals to join the Local Employment and Apprenticeship Training Program (LEAP) Advisory Committee. This committee, which consists of 21 members, has 17 vacant positions that need to be filled. The council is seeking representatives from seven different constituencies, with three members from each group.

These constituencies include residents of Tacoma, construction companies working with the city, organized labor members, community-based organizations, city staff, educational institutions, and the Puyallup Tribe. The diverse backgrounds and expertise of committee members are crucial in fulfilling the City's commitment to providing training and employment opportunities for local residents on public work and improvement projects.

The LEAP Advisory Committee serves as an advisory body to review and recommend policy changes for the Local Employment and Apprenticeship Training Program. Specifically, they focus on determining appropriate adjustments to LEAP utilization requirements. The City's goal is to create a level playing field by providing training, resources, and employment opportunities for citizens to earn better wages.

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In line with their commitment to promoting equity and anti-racism within the organization, the City encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply for these vacancies. This includes BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, seniors, youth, immigrants, and refugees.

Applicants who are appointed will be required to complete trainings on Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act within 90 days of their appointment. These trainings will be provided by the Washington State Office of the Attorney General.

Interested individuals can find more information about the LEAP Advisory Committee on the City's website. Applications must be submitted by May 26th via email at leap@tacoma.gov using the LEAP Advisory Committee Voting Member Application form. For any questions or requests regarding alternate formats or additional documents needed for the application process, applicants can contact Deborah Trevorrow at leap@tacoma.gov or (253) 316-3057.

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