HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-01-04 Bd Comm minutes. 10
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M I NII'ITS
MAYOR'S YOII'I'I! IiMIP1.01'MISV'I'
DECEMBER 13, 1976
MEMBERS PRESENT: Cazin, Stockman, Johansen, Williams, Ilolzhammer.
M- EMBERS ABSENT: Barber, Carter, Schreiber, Kaefor,
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
The meeting was devoted to a discussion on the development of jo :_ in the
private sector for Johnson County youth. Youth- serving professionals
were invited to express their views and assist the board in the study of
this area. In attendance were: Jim Swaim, United Action For Youth;
Marty Cooper, Youth homes Inc.; Al Wickes, Probation Office; Dan Bray,
County Attorney's office. Absent were: Carol Flinn and Bob Welsh, First
Christian Church.
Youth 14 -18 years old have a difficult time securing jobs in the private
sector. This is primarily due to the competition with University students
and their spouses. The youth often are left with the jobs that do not
have merit or provide gratification. The areas where jobs are lacking were
outlined: sales, health- field, mechanics, carpentary, and welding. There
is a lack of apprenticeships available to youth.
The hoard and representatives would support a program that would enable
youth to obtain employment in the private sector. Businessmen within
Iowa City would need to participate in order to secure jobs. The board
plans to study this area further and will examine resources in the
community. The next board meeting is sc ;,eduled for plonday, January 24th
of 4:00.