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Arkansas Workforce Development Board Meeting Dates

AWDB Full Board Meetings

         

2024

November 6, 2024

Full Board Meeting of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board

10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Embassy Suites Hilton (Room: Junction I/II), 11301 Financial Centre Pkwy, Little Rock, AR 72211

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September 18, 2024

Full Board Meeting of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board 

Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 10 am – 2 pm

Location: Arkansas Workforce Center, 5401 S. University Ave, Little Rock, AR 72209

Directions from I-630: Head south on University until the Mabelvale light (you will see the Workforce Center on your left.) Make a U-turn at the Mabelvale light. The Workforce Center is the third building on the right.

The Mobile Workforce Center will be on-site for tours starting at 9 a.m.

This meeting is open to the public.

Agenda

WIOA Systems Evaluation 2024

Meeting Presentation Slides- Partner Updates

Meeting Minutes

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May 21, 2024

Full Board Meeting of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board 

When May 21, 2024, 10 am-2 pm

Where Shorter College, 604 N Locust St, North Little Rock, AR

This meeting is open to the public.

Agenda Packet

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March 15, 2024

Special Called Full Board Meeting of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board 

When 9:30 a.m.

Where Virtual. See Zoom meeting info below.

Purpose To review and approve the following time-sensitive items:

  • WIOA Outreach Issuance
  • Local Workforce Development Board Certification Issuance
  • Arkansas Workforce Center Certification Issuance-High Concentration of Youth Awards Policy, Change 1

This meeting is open to the public.

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Agenda Packet

Recording

Signed Meeting Minutes

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February 28, 2024

Special Called Full Board Meeting of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board 

When 10 a.m.

Where Virtual. See Zoom meeting info below.

Purpose To review and approve the following time-sensitive items:

  • PY 24-27 WIOA Combined State Plan (Revised to address public comments)
  • WIOA Outreach Issuance
  • Local Workforce Development Board Certification Issuance
  • Arkansas Workforce Center Certification Issuance
  • High Concentration of Youth Awards Policy, Change 1

This meeting is open to the public.

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Passcode: 828600

Meeting Packet

Signed Meeting Minutes

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January 16, 2024

Guests of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board:

On behalf of Chairman Thomas Anderson and Dr. Charisse Childers- please be advised… the AWDB meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 will convene virtually due to inclement weather.  

The meeting will convene promptly at 10:00 am via Zoom.  

You may access the meeting by following the instructions below:

Topic: Arkansas Workforce Development Board Quarterly Meeting

Time: Jan 16, 2024, 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)

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Agenda Packet

Recording

Signed Meeting Minutes

2023

November 7, 2023

Arkansas Workforce Development Board Meeting Nov. 7

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will convene a full board meeting on November 7, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Hot Springs Convention Center, room 208/209.

Meeting Agenda Packet

  • Date: November 7, 2023
  • Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • Location: Hot Springs Convention Center, Meeting Room 208/209, 134 Convention Blvd, Hot Springs, AR 71901

This meeting is open to the public.

Governance & Oversight Training
Audience: AWDB Members, Elected Officials, & LWDB Chairpersons or Designees

  • Date: November 7, 2023
  • Time: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
  • Location: Hot Springs Convention Center- Room 207, 134 Convention Blvd, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Governance & Oversight Training Agenda

Signed Meeting Minutes


September 26, 2023

Arkansas Workforce Development Board Meeting Sept. 26

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will convene a full board meeting on September 26, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Poultry Federation, 321 S Victory St, Little Rock, AR 72201.

This meeting is open to the public.

Full Board Meeting Agenda Packet 9-26-2023

ETA State Equity Reports – Supplemental Guide

Details

Date: September 26, 2023

Time: 10:00am-1:30pm 

Location: The Poultry Federation- 321 S Victory St, Little Rock, AR 72201 

Parking Instructions: Parking is available on the street and in the rear parking lot of 321 S. Victory (The Poultry Federation)


May 3, 2023

Date: May 3, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Bentonville

Contact: [email protected]

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will convene a committee meeting on May 3, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Bentonville, AR. This meeting is open to the public.

Agenda Packet

UpSkill NWA Flyer

Signed Meeting Minutes


February 21, 2023

Date: February 21, 2023

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location:  Goodwill Industries of Arkansas, 7400 Scott Hamilton Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will convene a committee meeting on February 21, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Goodwill Industries of Arkansas, 7400 Scott Hamilton Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209. This meeting will be open to the public.

AWDB Agenda Book, February 21, 2023

Official Minutes 2.21.2023

Questions, comments, or requests may be submitted to: [email protected].


2022

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will hold current meetings via electronic means only at this time. The public will have access to the meeting via teleconference using the posted teleconference information once it is made available.  

Date: October 18, 2022

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location:  Virtual Meeting

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Telephone: 1-346-248-7799

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NOTICE: Updates to the agenda book and meeting information will be posted to this meeting on this web post.

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book_October 18, 2022

Official Minutes 10.18.22

Adult Education Section FY21 Performance

ADWS PY 2021 Performance Measures WIOA & Wagner-Peyser

Division of Services for the Blind Program Performance Report

Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Title IV Year End Performance Update PY21


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will hold current meetings via electronic means only at this time. The public will have access to the meeting via teleconference using the posted teleconference information once it is made available.           

Date: July 19, 2022

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location:  Virtual Meeting

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NOTICE: Updates to the agenda book and meeting information will be posted to this meeting on this web post.

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book_July 19, 2022

Official Minutes 7.19.22

Division of Services for the Blind Overview

2022 Women’s Commission Subcommittees

                                              


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will hold current meetings via electronic means only at this time. The public will have access to the meeting via teleconference using the posted teleconference information once it is made available.           

Date: April 19, 2022

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location:  Virtual Meeting

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AWDB Full Board Meeting Agenda Book_April 19, 2022

Official Minutes 4.19.22


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board will hold current meetings via electronic means only at this time. The public will have access to the meeting via teleconference using the posted teleconference information once it is made available.           

Date: January 25, 2022

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location:  Virtual Meeting

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Meeting Agenda Book January 25, 2022

Official Minutes 1.25.22

     

2021

The public health emergency declaration issued by Governor Hutchinson in July 2021 expired on September 27, 2021. Open public meetings of the Arkansas Workforce Development Board will no longer be held electronically. The public will have the option of attending in person or accessing the meeting via teleconference using the posted teleconference information.

Date: October 19, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Division of Workforce Services, 5th Floor Conference Room – 2 Capitol Mall Little Rock, AR 72201

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Meeting Agenda Book October 19, 2021

Official Minutes 10.19.21

WIOA Systems Evaluation Report by Dr. Brent Williams & Dr. Keith Vire

Reimagine Arkansas Workforce (RAW) Program Update


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) Members and guests will follow COVID-19 protocols as designated in state and federal guidance.

Date: July 20, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Division of Community Corrections – 1302 Pike Avenue Suite A. North Little Rock, AR 72114

IN-PERSON attendance information:

  •  The public and members are required to follow COVID-19 protocols as directed under state and federal guidance.
  •  Limited-spaced seating will be provided for the public.
  •  Masks and hand sanitizer will be available as needed.
  •  Please review the link labeled “Meeting Location Information” for directions and a street view of the meeting site.

Meeting Location Information

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book July 20, 2021

Official Minutes 7.20.21

Ready for Life_Rick Neal


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

Date:  April 20, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Virtual

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book April 20, 2021

AWDB Full Board Minutes April 20, 2021

AL_AR_Unemployment Claims Resource Planning Dashboard-Robert McGough

AWDB Presentation – DSB Presentation Megan Lamb


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVD-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

Local Workforce Development Boards Session

Date:  February 4, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location:  Remote

Access for the public to listen in on both sessions:

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

Local Workforce Development Boards Session

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVD-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

AWDB Full Board Session

Date:  February 3, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location:  Remote

Access for the public to listen in on both sessions:

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Session

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVD-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

Chief Elected Officials Session

Date:  February 3, 2021

Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location:  Remote

Access for the public to listen in on both sessions:

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

Chief Elected Officials Session

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVD-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

General Session (AWDB Members, Local Workforce Development Boards, Chief Elected Officials, and other stakeholders)

Date:  February 2, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location:  Remote

Access for the public to listen in on both sessions:

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

General Session (State Stakeholders)

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) will follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchinson to mitigate the spread of COVD-19 in accordance with Executive Order 20-03.

Date:  January 26, 2021

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Remote

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book January 26, 2021

Arkansas Governance Training Project_Beverly Lovett

Adult Education Presentation_Dr. Trenia Miles

AWDB Board Codes of Conduct_Dr. Claudia Griffin

Official Minutes

Questions and requests regarding the board meeting may be submitted to:  [email protected]

2020

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening meetings through electronic methods to ensure the well-being of board members and guests until further directed.

Date: October 20, 2020

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Remote

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book October 20, 2020

Official Minutes


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening meetings through electronic methods to ensure the well-being of board members and guests until further directed.

Date: July 21, 2020

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Remote

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book July 21, 2020

Official Minutes


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening meetings through electronic methods to ensure the well-being of board members and guests until further directed.

Date: April 21, 2020

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location:  Remote

Public Access:  1-877-336-1831
                             2030011#  (Access Code)

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book April 21, 2020

Official Minutes


Date: January 21, 2020

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Embassy Suites – 11301 Financial Centre Pkwy. Little Rock, AR 72211

AWDB Full Board Agenda Book January 21, 2020

WIOA State Plan 2020-23 (DRAFT) 12/30/19 Version 1

Workforce Analysis (Nathan Smith)


Full Board Training

Date: January 21, 2020

Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Embassy Suites – 11301 Financial Centre Pkwy. Little Rock, AR 72211

State Board Annual Training Agenda

Official Minutes

2019

Date: October 15, 2019

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: The Crown Plaza – 201 South Shackleford Rd. Little Rock AR, 72211

Public attendance is welcome

Full Board Meeting, October 15, 2019

Official Minutes


Date: July 16, 2019

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Location: Embassy Suites – 11301 Financial Centre Pkwy. Little Rock, AR 72211

Full Board Meeting, July 16, 2019

Technical Assistance Training Session

Signed ARS Resolution

Official Minutes


Date: January 24, 2019

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: The Crown Plaza – 201 South Shackleford Rd. Little Rock AR, 72211

Full Board Meeting, January 24,2019

Official Minutes

Full Board Orientation & Training

Time: 1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Location: The Crown Plaza – 201 South Shackleford Rd. Little Rock AR, 72211

Orientation and Training Info

Acknowledgement

Acronyms & Abbreviations

Arkansas Code Annotated State Board Functions

Arkansas Sunshine Law

Arkansas Workforce Development Board By-laws

Orientation & Training Book

Orientation & Training Agenda

Executive Committee Meetings

August 18, 2023

10:00 am

AGENDA

2022 Workforce Development Programs Report

Aerospace Defense Industry Report 2023

Arkansas Workforce Assessment

CTE Report Workforce

DOORS- AR Governors Workforce Cabinet Design Thinking Workshop Synthesis Report

Workforce Data Quality and Economic Resiliency Institute

Workforce Workflow 8.18.23

Meeting Minutes

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board – Executive Committee will convene a committee meeting via Zoom on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM.

AWDB Executive Committee Meeting- Strategic Planning Session with Governor’s Office

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August 4, 2023

Agenda

Meeting Minutes

On behalf of Chairman Thomas Anderson Jr. and the Arkansas Workforce Development Board, a special-called meeting will convene on Friday, August 4, 2023, beginning at 9:30 am.  This will be a follow-up meeting from the 6-15-23 Executive Committee meeting discussing the United States Department of Education- ReImagine Workforce Grant.  Subrecipients of the grant: Shorter College and the University of Arkansas Global Campus have requested to present additional information directly to the board and address any concerns related to performance and the consideration of a one-year no-cost extension.   An agenda and related meeting materials are forthcoming.

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June 15, 2023

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board – Executive Committee will convene a committee meeting via Zoom on Thursday, June 15, 2023, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Meeting Minutes

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The Arkansas Workforce Development Board – Executive Committee will convene a committee meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The public may access the meeting using the teleconference line and access code listed below.

Date: January 31, 2023

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m

Location: Remote

Public Dial-in Information:

Telephone: 1-346-248-7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID: 869 4551 4713

Passcode: 863186

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Executive Committee Meeting Packet – January 31, 2023

Official Minutes 1.31.23


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board – Executive Committee will convene a committee meeting via Zoom on Thursday, September 15, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The public may access the meeting using the teleconference line and access code listed below.

Date: September 15, 2022

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m

Location: Remote

Public Dial-in Information:

Telephone: 1-346-248-7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID: 895 0650 6713

Passcode: 255653

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Executive Committee Meeting Packet – September 15, 2022

Official Minutes 9.15.22


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: March 11, 2022

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Remote Participation Only (Due to COVID-19)

The public may participate by following along with the posted agenda book and call-in information:
Telephone Number: 1-877-336-1831
Access Code: 2030011#,#

AWDB Executive Committee Agenda Book

Official Minutes 3.11.22


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: August 20, 2020

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Remote Participation Only (Due to COVID-19)

The public may participate by following along with the posted agenda book and call-in information:
Telephone Number: 1-877-336-1831
Access Code: 2030011#,#

AWDB Executive Committee Agenda Book

Reimagine Workforce Preparation Abstract August 18, 2020

Official Minutes


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: June 16, 2020

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Remote Participation Only (Due to COVID-19)

The public may participate by following along with the posted agenda book and call-in information:
Telephone Number: 1-877-336-1831
Access Code: 2030011#,#

AWDB Executive Committee Agenda Book

WIOA State Plan 2020-2023 [Final Submission – Deadline 6.30.2020]

Official Minutes


Date: February 27, 2020

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Arkansas Division of Workforce Services – #2 Capitol Mall – 2nd Floor Conference Room,  Little Rock, AR  72203

*A valid government issued identification must be presented for admittance to the meeting in-person.

The public may attend in person or by dialing:
Telephone Number: 1-877-336-1831
Access Code: 2030011#,#

Arkansas Workforce Development Board Executive Committee, February 27, 2020

Official Minutes


Date: June 25, 2019

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

The public may attend in person or by dialing:
Telephone Number: 1-877-336-1831
Access Code: 2030011#,#

Arkansas Workforce Development Board Executive Committee, June 25, 2019

Official Minutes

Strategic Planning Committee Meetings

April 25, 2023- 2pm-2:30pm

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Agenda Packet


Program & Performance Evaluation Committee Meetings

May 2, 2023 – 10am-11am

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Program and Performance Committee Packet (5.2.2023)


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: TBD

Time: Program and Performance Committee & Strategic Planning Committee – 10:30 a.m.*

*These meetings will convene simultaneously.

Location: TBD

Interested parties may access the teleconference by dialing: 1-877-336-1831 and key 2030011# when prompted for the teleconference access code.

JOINT MEETING-AWDB Program and Performance Evaluation & Strategic Planning Committees Agenda Book


Date: January 7, 2020

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

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Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, January 7, 2020

WIOA State Plan 2020 -23 (DRAFT) 12/30/19 Version 1


Date: September 25, 2019

Time: Strategic Planning Committee will be immediately after the Program Performance Evaluation Committee meeting.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Interested parties may access the teleconference by dialing: 1-877-336-1831 and key 2030011# when prompted for the teleconference access code.

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, September 25, 2019


Date: June 18, 2019

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, June 18, 2019


Date: April 9, 2019

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, April 9, 2019


Date: January 10, 2019

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, January 10, 2019


Date: September 10, 2018

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, September 10, 2018


Date: July 10, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel – 201 S. Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, July 10, 2018


Date: April 10, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Brightwater Culinary School – 801 Southeast 8th Street, Bentonville, Arkansas

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, April 10, 2018


Date: January 9, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel – 11301 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, January 9, 2018


TANF Oversight Committee Meetings


April 26, 2023 – 2pm-2:30pm

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TANF Oversight Committee Agenda

TANF Oversight Committee Powerpoint

Agenda Item 3a

Agenda Item 3b


In accordance with Governor Hutchinson’s Declaration of a Disaster Emergency under the Arkansas Emergency Services Act of 1973, § 12-75-101 et. Seq., a public entity may assemble, gather, meet, and conduct an open public meeting through electronic means. Consequently, ADWS will not offer an in-person attendance option for this meeting. The public may dial into the conference call using the teleconference line and access code listed below.

Date: May 11, 2021

Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Location: Remote Participation (Due to COVID-19)

Attendance by the public may be by teleconference only for the safety of the board members and the public in accordance with current guidance.

Public may participate by following along with the posted agenda book and call in information:

Teleconference Number: 1-877-336-1831

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TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, May 11, 2021


Due to technical difficulties, meeting has been rescheduled for May 11, 2021.

In accordance with Governor Hutchinson’s Declaration of a Disaster Emergency under the Arkansas Emergency Services Act of 1973, § 12-75-101 et. Seq., a public entity may assemble, gather, meet, and conduct an open public meeting through electronic   means. Consequently, ADWS will not offer an in-person attendance option for this meeting. The public may dial in to the conference call using the teleconference line and access code listed below.

Date: April 19, 2021

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Location: #2 Capitol Mall – 5th Floor Conference Room

Attendance by the public may be by teleconference only for the safety of the board members and the public in accordance with current guidance.

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TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, April 19, 2021


The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: TBD

Time: TANF Oversight Committee – 9:00 a.m.

Location: TBD

Interested parties may access the teleconference by dialing: 1-877-336-1831 and key 2030011# when prompted for the teleconference access code.

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, March 24,2020


Date: January 7, 2020

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

 Interested parties may access the teleconference by dialing: Teleconference Number: 1-877-336-1831 Access Code: 2030011#

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, January 7, 2020

WIOA State Plan 2020 -23 (DRAFT) 12/30/19 Version 1


Date: September 25, 2019

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

Interested parties may access the teleconference by dialing: 1-877-336-1831 and key 2030011# when prompted for the teleconference access code.

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, September 25, 2019


Date: June 18, 2019

Time: 10:30 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, June 18, 2019 


Date: April 9, 2019

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, April 9, 2019


Date: January 10, 2019

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, January 10, 2019


Date: September 10, 2018

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Little Rock Workforce Center – 5401 S. University, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, September 10, 2018


Date: July 10, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel – 201 S. Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, July 10, 2018


Date: April 10, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Loacation: Brightwater Culinary School – 801 Southeast 8th Street, Bentonville, Arkansas

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, April 10, 2018


Date: January 9, 2018

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Loacation: Embassy Suites Hotel – 11301 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, January 9, 2018


Date: October 10, 2017

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel – 201 S. Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, October 10, 2017


Date: July 11, 2017

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel – 201 S. Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, July 11, 2017


Date: April 11, 2017

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Arkansas Career Training Institute – 105 Reserve St, Hot Springs, AR

TANF Oversight Committee Meeting, April 11, 2017


Date: January 10, 2017

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel – 11301 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas

TANF Oversight Committee, January 10, 2017

AD HOC Outreach Committee Meetings

The Arkansas Workforce Development Board (AWDB) continues to follow the guidance of Governor Asa Hutchison to mitigate the spread of COVID -19 by convening the Strategic Planning Committee, Program and Performance Evaluation Committee, and the TANF Oversight Committee through electronic means to ensure the well-being of board members and guests as needed.

Date: January 10, 2017

Time: 2:30 p.m.

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel – 11301 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas

Immediately following 1:00 p.m. Full Board Meeting

Ad Hoc Outreach Committee, January 10, 2017


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