Pathway Home, Young Adult Reentry Partnership grants support education, training

​WASHINGTON, DC – With the belief that a second chance can change a person’s life, the U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of more than $85.5 million in grants to assist individuals now or once involved in the criminal justice system to secure employment in their communities.

The department’s Employment and Training Administration – which administers the grants – has awarded 28 grants to organizations in 17 states and Washington, D.C. The awards derive from two ETA programs, 22 in the Pathway Home program and six in Young Adult Reentry Partnership program.

“The Biden-Harris administration is committed to creating more opportunities for justice-involved individuals to complete high school and college, enter apprenticeships and share the benefits as our economy continues to recover,” said Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. “By investing in programs to prepare these individuals for job opportunities, the Labor Department is also investing in our communities and our families.”

Pathway Home grants will support expanded services to eligible, incarcerated individuals in state correctional facilities or local jails prior- and post-release to help eliminate the gap between release and enrollment into a reentry program leading to employment. 

Young Adult Reentry Partnership grants will aid recipients in strengthening their partnerships with community colleges and link these young adults – from age 18 to 24 – now or once involved in the criminal justice system, with apprenticeships and other opportunities in their communities in growing industries including information technology, healthcare and energy.

Awards announced today are the second round of grants under the Reentry Employment Opportunities program. In July 2020, the department awarded more than $90 million in YARP and Pathway Home grants.

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Governor Rick Scott Appoints Five to Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council
 
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the reappointment of two and the appointment of three to the Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council.

Kelly Curtis, 47, of Windermere, is the vice president and general manager of Prestige Concrete Products VCNA. He is reappointed for a term beginning January 31, 2017, and ending June 30, 2019.

Darryl Fales, 46, of Estero, is the president of Preferred Materials - Concrete Division. He succeeds Bernardo Diaz and is appointed for a term beginning January 31, 2017, and ending June 30, 2019.

Dr. Michael Armbruster, 54, of Winter Garden, is an educator for Orange County Public Schools. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning January 31, 2017, and ending June 30, 2017.

Jay Snyder, 56, of Orlando, is the president of Masonry Accessories, Inc. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning January 31, 2017, and ending June 30, 2018.

Robert Carlton, 43, of Saint Augustine, is the general manager of Capital Concrete and Masonry, Inc. He is reappointed for a term beginning January 31, 2017, and ending June 30, 2019
 
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The National Concrete Masonry Association recognized the Florida Concrete & Products Association Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council in their public education efforts. In particular, the eNews article described the "Block of the Game" promotion, and also featured links to www.ConcreteBlockHomes.com and the Concrete Block Homes Youtube page.
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced eleven appointments to the Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council.

Kelly Curtis, 44, of Windermere, is the vice president and general manager of Prestige Concrete Products. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2016.

Bernardo Dias, 51, of Miami Beach, is the president of Central Concrete Supermix Inc. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2016.

Randy Dunlap, 60, of West Palm Beach, is the president of Titan Florida LLC. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2017.

Richard Edwards, 56, of Port Charlotte, is the area manager of Argos. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2017.

Adam Freeman, 41, of Orlando, is the president of A-1 Block Corporation. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2016.

Kenneth “Justin” Lord, 34, of Fort Lauderdale, is the president and chief executive officer of Central Broward Construction. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015.

Troy Maschmeyer, 59, of Palm Beach, is the president and chief executive officer of Maschmeyer Concrete Company of Florida. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015.

Antonio Obregon, 43, of Boca Raton, is the president and chief executive officer of Formrite Construction LLC. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015.

James Painter, 63, of Gainesville, is the vice president and chief executive officer of Painter Masonry Inc. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2016.

Matthew Sitter, 36, of Orlando, is vice president of Florida Concrete & Products Association Inc. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015.

Charles “Preston” Sparkman, 58, of Plant City, is the vice president of sales with Quality Precast Company. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning November 14, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015.