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Workforce Development

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City of Portland Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget Community & Economic Development > Prosper Portland > Workforce Development Workforce Development Budget Revenues by Fund 2023-24 Actuals 2024-25 Actuals 2025-26 Revised Budget 2026-27 Proposed External Revenues $1,733,054 $842,473 $0 $0 Grants Fund $1,733,054 $842,473 $0 $0 Internal Revenues $1,552,531 $1,616,289 $1,586,333 $1,373,293 General Fund $1,552,531 $1,616,289 $1,586,333 $1,373,293 Grand Total $3,285,585 $2,458,762 $1,586,333 $1,373,293 Program Expenses by Major Object Program expenses only include personnel, internal materials and services, external materials and services, and capital. 2023-24 Actuals 2024-25 Actuals 2025-26 Revised Budget 2026-27 Proposed External Materials and $3,477,806 $1,827,429 $1,586,333 $1,373,293 Services Grand Total $3,477,806 $1,827,429 $1,586,333 $1,373,293 Program Description and Goals Prosper Portland invests in a range of workforce development supports for individuals and businesses. The goal of these programs is to help individuals connect and compete in the regional economy. Prosper Portland co-invests in the youth and adult workforce development programs for low-income Portlanders in collaboration with Worksystems, Inc.(WSI), who administers the programs through a network of service providers. Prosper Portland administers the Community Workforce Navigator Program (CWNP) and the Community Opportunity and Enhancements Program (COEP), which also serve participants through community-based providers. In addition, Prosper Portland also provides direct support to manufacturing businesses through the Manufacturing Business & Workforce Retention Grant. Adult Workforce Development The Economic Opportunity Program (EOP) partners with five providers to deliver individualized workforce services to low-income Portland residents aged 18 and older who face multiple barriers. Participants receive career coaching, skills training and support services to pursue career pathway jobs. Services typically last about three years. The total Prosper Portland budget for FY 2025-26 is $1,116,005, which serves 594 participants. 413

City of Portland Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget Youth Workforce Development The NextGen Program supports youth ages 16 to 24 who are disconnected from high school or lack the skills needed for college or career-track jobs. Five providers offer up to three years of tailored case management, helping youth build life skills and achieve career or education goals. Services typically last about three years. The total Prosper Portland budget for FY 2025-26 is $1,416,005, which serves 348 participants. Community Based Workforce Navigator CWNP provides neighborhood-based workforce development services to job seekers facing high barriers, including unemployed, low-income residents, and those with limited English skills. Four full-time navigators, employed by Neighborhood Prosperity districts or workforce development providers, deliver support. The total program budget for FY 2025-26 is $453,428, which serves 400 participants. Community Opportunity and Enhancements Program COEP connects participants to construction industry workforce development through outreach and recruitment into certified pre- apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs. The program provides participant support and helps lower barriers to participation, assisting with career progression. Services are provided by seven community partners. COEP also provides small business assistance, see the Inclusive Entrepreneurship program for more details. Manufacturing Business & Workforce Retention Grant This grant supports Portland-based manufacturers with workforce training investments that improve operational efficiency, employee retention, and competitiveness, particularly when jobs are at risk or businesses are considering relocation or expansion. Recipients are selected through an annual competitive application process. Services Career planning/exploration; case management; job search support; job placement; retention support; training connections; program outreach; post-secondary education placement; resume review/development; interview coaching; support services; paid participant wages; job training. Equity Impacts The adult and youth workforce programs are designed to support individuals earning at or below 80% of the median family income. In FY 2024-25, 58% of participants in the adult workforce programs identified as people of color. Among youth participants during the same period, 67% identified as people of color. The Community Workforce Navigator Program served participants of whom 79% identified as people of color. Additionally, in FY 2024-25, the COEP served 157 pre-apprentice participants, with 45% identifying as people of color. Changes to Program The Manufacturing Business & Workforce Retention Grant was a new program in FY 2025-26 funded by both the Business Advancement Team and Entrepreneurship & Community Economic Development Team. Prosper Portland looks forward to continuing the program if funding permits. Resources

  • General Fund: Prosper Portland's ongoing General Fund is projected at a similar level as FY 2025-26. Given the two outstanding decision packages, there is a possibility that up to 79% of this program's General Fund will be cut, eliminating the Economic Opportunity Program (adult) and NextGen program (youth) and severely impacting the Community Workforce Navigator Program. 414

City of Portland Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget

  • Community Development Block Grants: CDBG is pass-through funding from the Portland Housing Bureau and is projected to slightly decrease from the FY 2025-26 allocation. If General Funds are cut, CDBG will lose its match requirements and will no longer be a viable funding option for this program.
  • Community Opportunities and Enhancements Program: COEP has provided additional funding from several City bureaus to support construction diversification since FY 2020-21. This funding will not be available for FY 2026-27.
  • Enterprise Zone: Funds are meant to support programs during recessions and when there is insufficient funding from the City General Fund. Enterprise Zone resources are one-time in nature and are depleted as expenses significantly outpace new revenue in the current economic climate. 415

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