| Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development News Release | |
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| Tuesday, October 11, 2005 Governor Jim Doyle Secretary Roberta Gassman |
News Media Contact Rose Lynch 608/266-6753 e-mail: news@dwd.state.wi.us fax: 608/266-1784 |
Green Bay – Governor Jim Doyle announced today the availability of additional reemployment services for workers who lost jobs or suffered reduced work hours as a result of increased imports. Workers eligible to apply include all workers of Paper Converting Machine Company, Green Bay, Wisconsin, who became totally or partially separated from employment on or after September 12, 2005 through September 28, 2007.
“I am pleased that we are able to offer additional assistance to these workers,” Governor Doyle said. “Some of Wisconsin’s most hard working and highly motivated workers have faced tough economic times, and this additional federal funding will help them get back into the workforce.”
The services, administered by the Department of Workforce Development (DWD), are available through local Job Centers. The services are funded through the federal Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program. They include retraining and reemployment services tailored to meet the needs of the individual workers. Major activities and services for which these workers may qualify are:
“This federal funding will increase our capacity to serve all workers in
the area, as we reconnect unemployed workers to employment as quickly as
possible,” said DWD Secretary Roberta Gassman.
Individuals interested in receiving reemployment assistance should contact a
local Job Center or visit the
DWD
Internet site. Call 888/258-9966 toll-free to find the nearest Job Center
location.
Content Contact: Rose Lynch