HomeMy WebLinkAboutR18-088 Proclaiming November 12-18, 2018 as Apprenticeship Week Commissioner 104 NiUt_d___AW—L--t moved adoption
of the following Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE,STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2018- 0°
06ift)
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING NOVEMBER 12-18,2018 AS APPRENTICESHIP
WEEK IN EAGLE COUNTY
WHEREAS, the demand for skilled workers continues to increase,the modern
Registered Apprenticeship system is a proven method to meet this demand and helps Eagle
County prepare for economic development and economic growth; and
WHEREAS, apprenticeship is a unique,flexible training system that combines job-
related technical instruction with structured, paid, on-the-job learning experiences.Modern
Registered Apprenticeship contributes to increased hiring rates and lower unemployment by
adding to the number of trained workers, and
WHEREAS, Registered Apprenticeship training programs prepare Eagle County's
workers to compete in our changing economy.The training keeps pace with advancing
technologies and work-based innovations; and
WHEREAS,today, in Eagle County employers, business associations and unions
sponsor modern, registered apprenticeship programs which are up to date with technology; and
WHEREAS,over the years, hundreds of individuals in Eagle County have completed a
registered apprenticeship in both union and non-union programs;and
WHEREAS, Eagle County employers have participated in Apprenticeship since the late
1930's teaching skills that result in rewarding careers;and
WHEREAS,modern apprentice training is a way to obtain training, occupational
licensing and earn a livable wage.
WHEREAS, there are bona-fide,registered apprenticeship programs in Eagle County
including New Electric, Inc. and Vail Resorts, Inc.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE,STATE OF COLORADO:
THAT, that the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners do hereby proclaim
November 12-18,2018 to be"Apprenticeship Week"throughout Eagle County.
THAT, the board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary
for the public health,safety and welfare of the residents of the County of Eagle, State of
Colorado.
MOVED,READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the
County nnof Eagle, State of Colorado,at its regular meeting held the 131" day of,'L.1 OV k...44,wig
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Commissioner 1,----1e c - seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll
having been called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Chandler-Henry I_ to
Commissioner Ryan A "
Commissioner McQueeney 4
This resolution passed by / 0 .
vote of the Board of County Commissioners of
the County of Eagle, State of Colorado
