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Amd 1 to Agmt HS00001928 with American Indian OIC for continued employment and training services to Hennepin County residents who face barriers to employment and economic self-sufficiency and are on public assistance, ext end date to 12/31/26 and incr the NTE by $250,000 for a new total NTE of $500,000
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, Amendment 1 to Agreement HS00001928 with American Indian OIC for continued employment and training services to Hennepin County residents who face barriers to employment and economic self-sufficiency and are on public assistance with a priority to serve persons of Native American descent; extending end date to December 31, 2026 and increasing the not to exceed amount by $250,000 for a new total not to exceed amount of $500,000
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Background:
American Indian OIC Takoda Stability was awarded a contract (HS00001928) for calendar year 2025 through direct select by Hennepin County Department of Workforce Development to provide individualized employment and training services for Native American residents facing employment and income disparities. The program aimed at serving 50 individuals with career development activities including work readiness and career planning.
As of September 17th, 2025 the program has served a total of 64 individuals including 52 women, with participants representing diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds - primarily Black or African American and American Indian - ranging in age from young adults to individuals in their 40s. Services are delivered at both central and community based locations and include individualized employment planning, training, job placement, and supportive services such as transportation, rental assistance, and incentives.
Currently, 12 participants are employed full-time, 7 part-time, 19 are engaged in financial education, 34 are involved in training or work readiness, and some are pursuing GED completion, all aimed at achieving long-term economic self...
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