Policy Chapters and Sections

Memorandum of Understanding Requirements

Chapter: 1 Section: 9.1
Effective Date: 1/10/2020
Expiration Date: Continuing
Published Date: 11/16/2023 3:00:54 PM
Status: Current
Version: 3

Tags: MOU, WIA/WIOA Transition/Implementation, Governance

  1. Each local workforce innovation board (LWIB) in Illinois will submit a Memoradum of Understanding (MOU) that reflects the shared vision and commitment of the board and required partners to establish and maintain high-quality workforce development systems and centers, consistent with the vision articulated in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and in State, regional and local planning priorities.
  2. The MOU must include at a minimum:    
    1. A description of services to be provided through the one-stop delivery system, including the manner in which the services will be coordinated and delivered through the system;
    2. Agreement on funding the costs of the services and the operating costs of the system, including:
      1. Funding of infrastructure costs of one-stop centers in accordance with Sections 678.700 through 678.755; and
      2. Funding of the shared services and operating costs of the one-stop delivery system described in Section 678.760.
    3. Methods for referring individuals between the one-stop operators and partners for appropriate services and activities;
    4. Methods to ensure that the needs of workers, youth, and individuals with barriers to employment, including individuals with disabilities, are addressed in providing access to services, including access to technology and materials that are available through the one-stop delivery system;
    5. The duration of the MOU and procedures for amending it; and
    6. Assurances that each MOU will be reviewed, and if substantial changes have occurred, renewed, not less than once every three (3)-year period to ensure appropriate funding and delivery of services.