Item 1 Passedunofficial
In plain language — from the agenda backup
This extends Austin's interlocal agreement with Workforce Solutions Capital Area for the Austin Infrastructure Academy, which trains and places workers in mobility and infrastructure jobs \u2014 the kind of hands-on roles tied to the city's construction and transportation work. The amendment adds 12 months to the contract term plus up to three one-year extension options, keeping the pipeline running as projects continue. It adds $2,550,000 for a revised total not to exceed $7,550,000, with the new funding available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Economic Development.
The official agenda language
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Worksource - Greater Austin Area Workforce Board d/b/a Workforce Solutions Capital Area Board, for the Austin Infrastructure Academy to provide workforce training and job placement assistance for mobility and infrastructure-related positions to extend the contract term by 12 months, add up to three one-year extension options and add $2,550,000 in funding for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $7,550,000. Funding: $2,550,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Economic Development.
"Hearing none without objection. The consent agenda is adopted." — meeting transcript (unofficial)
What got said
- Mayor Watson highlighted the Infrastructure Academy's milestones: 1,856 Austinites connected to career opportunities, 1,600 participants enrolled, and 210 training scholarships awarded.