Mayor Ron Nirenberg framed the $185 million program, providing long-term job training, as a win-win for employers and employees.
Michael Ramsey, executive director of the city’s Workforce Development Office, presents a report about SA Ready to Work to City Council members on Feb. 9. Council members Thursday approved contracts for the $185 million initiative.San Antonio City Council members unanimously passed a slate of contracts to execute a long-planned workforce development program Thursday.
“We know there is great talent in this city and we know that employers are searching near and far for employees,” Nirenberg said. “Now we can connect the two for a win-win for San Antonio.” “Our city is known for its income inequality and the widening gap that has marked us as one of the most economically segregated cities in the country — and it’s not by chance, but by intentional design, unfortunately,” she said. “Programs like this are helping change that narrative.”
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