2011 Oregon Revised Statutes
ORS Volume 14, Chapters 645 - 669
ORS Chapter 660
660.309 Policy.

(1) It is the policy of the State of Oregon that implementing an integrated workforce investment system will help workers take responsibility for building a better future for themselves and their families.

(2) A workforce investment system should be a consumer-driven system, accountable and responsive to the needs of employers and job seekers.

(3) To build on current workforce models and remain in compliance with the federal Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Oregon must maximize local flexibility consistent with statewide goals and must preserve business, labor and community involvement in state and local governing boards.

(4) To implement the federal Act, Oregon must apply the necessary workforce resources to carry out its assigned responsibilities and must delegate accountability and authority, as allowed under the federal Act, to each governing entity of the workforce investment system.

(5) These objectives can be accomplished under the auspices of a State Workforce Investment Board and local workforce investment boards that enlist the views of a diverse group of business, labor, community, education and government leaders to develop a strategic plan for workforce development in Oregon.

(6) The strategic plan should provide for the development of a comprehensive, consumer-driven employment and career development system that meets the needs of all members of the workforce, including those entering the workforce for the first time, those in transition to employment and those currently employed who are seeking to enhance their skills for continued career advancement. [Formerly 411.920]

(State Workforce Investment System)