The agreement applies to Sound Transit construction projects. Because these projects receive federal funds, they are immune from the anti-affirmative action requirements of Initiative 200. A Joint Administrative Committee will provide oversight and monitoring of implementation of the diversity goals. FAST JOBS will be a member of the Committee, along with Sound Transit, organized labor, and contractor representatives. Subjective criteria such as racism, sexism, and homophobia cannot be used for refusing employment to qualified workers.
Funding is provided for pre-apprenticeship training and orientation.
Funding is being sought for childcare, training stipends, and support services. Direct entry to employment will be provided to workers who complete pre-apprenticeship training, so they won t need to wait until the next apprenticeship class. Jean is a passionate walker and inveterate reader. Public speaker, debates live on TV and radio. He has developed and conducted numerous seminars on personal and professional growth, taught entrepreneurial studies and marketing seminars to various groups from corporate to community based organizations.