January 21, 2025
Mayor's Office
DATE: January 21, 2025
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Subject:
Appointment of Gregory Brooks to the Workforce
Development Board
FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
N/A
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Gregory Brooks is applying for a vacant seat on the
Workforce Development Board.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPOINT Gregory Brooks to an unexpired term on the Workforce Development Board, with a term ending
September 22, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo
Martinez 510-620-6503).
DISCUSSION: Gregory Brooks's experience as the Principal of West Contra Costa Adult Education would benefit the Workforce Development Board. Gregory has created pathways connecting education to occupational training for underserved communities in AGENDA
REPORT
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Richmond. His experience developing programs that address academic and workforce needs makes him uniquely qualified to advise the board on aligning education and training with job market demands.
Gregory's focus on equity and career readiness, coupled with his deep understanding of the challenges facing diverse communities, will make him an asset in shaping initiatives that enhance workforce development and create long-term opportunities for all. His appointment will bring valuable insights to the board's efforts to improve regional employment outcomes.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Gregory Brooks's redacted application