Describe the role of the Chief Elected Officials (CEOs) in the governance of the East Central Illinois Workforce Board. Explain that Illinois is divided into 22 Local Workforce Innovation Areas (LWIAs), each governed by a consortium of local elected officials responsible for oversight of the local workforce system under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Introduce the Chief Elected Officials representing Champaign, Douglas, Ford, Iroquois, and Piatt Counties and explain their partnership with the Workforce Board in establishing policy, providing oversight, and supporting workforce development throughout the region.
- Overview of Illinois' 22 Local Workforce Innovation Areas (LWIAs)
- Explanation of the role and responsibilities of Chief Elected Officials under WIOA
- Description of the East Central Illinois Chief Elected Officials consortium
- Profile for each county representative, including:
- Name
- Title
- County represented
- Official county website
- Photograph (if available)
- Links to each county government's website
- Public meeting notices and agendas
- Meeting minutes and other public documents
- Information about governance responsibilities and collaboration with the Workforce Board
- Links to relevant policies, agreements, or governing documents as appropriate