Lexington city leaders are hoping to use workforce related data to design a new job placement strategy.
Business and Education Network Director Billie Peavler updated Urban County Council members this week. Peavler says a report detailing workforce needs for 11 industries is expected later this year. "This is really about identifying what our current labor pool is, what our future needs of our employers are and building that pipeline for that. Attracting, retaining, and developing a skilled, educated, and talented workforce," said Peavler.
Peavler says a 150 - 200 page report outlining workforce needs of the specific firms is anticipated in December. She told council members this week, the University of Kentucky's unmanned vehicle research could be of interest to some young, potential workers. "When we're talking about workforce development and technology development and helping create career pathways, how exciting is it to kids today when you start talking about drones? So one way to get them excited about new technology, the aerospace industry is definitely using what we have in our own backyard, drone research," added Peavler.
Peavler says transportation and housing continue to be barriers to employment.
