What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes from May 8, 2026 will be reviewed for approval.
State legislative resolution SCR 139, which formally recognizes the Workforce Development Council's role in coordinating Hawaii's workforce strategy through 2045, aligning education, job training, and economic development.
How state funds were spent in FY 2026, including support for adult education programs at McKinley School for Adults and upcoming contracts with University of Hawaii Community Colleges and the UH President's office for an AI Institute event.
Proposed budget for FY 2027 state general appropriation funds for the Council.
Updates to the Council's by-laws regarding meeting procedures, including rules for written and oral public testimony and handling disruptive attendees.
Employer Engagement Plan, a priority initiative to strengthen connections between businesses and the workforce system through restructured committees, sector partnerships, listening sessions, and an employer survey conducted with the Hawaii Employers Council.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant fiscal reports (details were cut off in the agenda).

Decisions Expected

The Executive Committee is expected to vote on recommendations for FY 2026 fund allocations, the FY 2027 budget, and proposed by-laws changes. All recommendations will be forwarded to the full Council board for final action at its September 10, 2026 meeting.

Who Should Pay Attention

Job seekers and workers interested in training and employment programs
Employers and business owners across Hawaii's key industries
Educators and training providers, including community college partners
Community members who want to testify on workforce policy decisions