Workforce Development Board — Minutes

Waukesha-Ozaukee-Washington Workforce Development Board is an Equal Opportunity Program Provider. If you have a disability, need information in an alternative format, including language assistance or translation, and/or need assistance with this information, please contact 262- 896-8312 or call through Wisconsin Relay Service 711. WOW Works Workforce Development Board MINUTES Date: June 11, 2026 Location: Retzer Nature Center Members Present: Landon Boettcher, Nate Butt, Michaelene Healy, John Heyer, Valerie Hoff, Tom Hostad, Cameron Jarr, Matt Kirchner, Chase Kostichka, Sheree Larson, Connie Larson, Amy May, Pete Rettler, Laneice Runnels, Kate Weiland-Moores Others Present: Analiese Smith, Justin Hahn, Terri Phillips, Alec Fischer, John Knapp Mr. Butt called the meeting to order at 8:03 am. Consent Agenda Mr. Butt announced the following items were included in the consent agenda for consideration by the board:  March 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes  Quarterly Financial Report  Quarterly OSO Report Mr. Heyer moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Mr. Hostad seconded. The motion carried unanimously. Celebrations, Kudos, Introductions, and General Updates Ms. Smith highlighted Mr. Butt’s recent spotlight in the Milwaukee Biz Times and Mr. Butt spoke about Apprenticeship Week. Ms. Smith highlighted the letter sent to Ms. Simons and Forward Careers highlighting accomplishments from the past year. Ms. Smith briefly introduced Mr. Knapp. Ms. May highlighted that individuals on DVR’s waitlist will begin being served as they received additional funds last week. Executive Director Report Ms. Smith reviewed the executive director report. PY2026 Budget Ms. Smith reviewed the PY26 budget, noting that allocations have not yet come from the state. There were no other questions. Mr. Heyer moved to approve the budget as presented. Ms. Weiland-Moores seconded. The motion carried unanimously. Strategic Planning  Ms. Phillips led the group in a strategic planning process. o Everyone briefly introduced themselves o Ms. Phillips led a conversation on key reflections and take-aways from the previous session. o Ms. Smith presented on key requirements of the board and their alignment into 4 strategic buckets. o Board members moved around the room ideating and prioritizing key items for action. With no other business, the meeting adjourned at 10:02 am. Respectfully submitted by: Analiese Smith