Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Provide for the development of a trained and capable workforce by providing training and education opportunities to residents of the City of Tacoma and residents of the Economically Distressed Areas of the Tacoma Public Utilities Service Area. a. Such workforce shall allow the City to draw upon a pool of qualified workers, enabling the City to efficiently and effectively meet its obligations. In addition, such work force shall provide employment opportunities thereby facilitating the expansion of the local economy. 2. Increase access to people who reside in the City of Tacoma and economically distressed areas of Tacoma, and in the Tacoma Public Utilities Service Area to employment that directly combats poverty and unemployment by providing training, resources and employment opportunities to citizens. Ultimately, it maximizes local economic development, and promotes equity and economic inclusion through partner coordination and comprehensive workforce development strategies. 3. The program‘s efforts will also reflect the desire of the City of Tacoma to support a local workforce that represents the diverse population of city residents.
