The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is allocating funds provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). These funds will be used to supplement Program Year (PY) 2008 and PY 2009 allotments for WIA Title I adult, dislocated worker, and youth programs, and Employment Service (ES) activities and to provide Reemployment Service (RES) funding.

ARRA grants will be set up and maintained in the County Finance Information System (CFIS). Local areas will be notified of CFIS coding and the amount they will receive in separate allocation letters. The allocation methodology will be consistent with the standard formulary grant allocations outlined in OAC 5101:9-31-02, using the most current data available. Reporting guidelines will minimize any new collection burdens, yet, provide timely and accurate accounting of system performance and outcomes.

In accordance with the intent of ARRA, funds must be spent expeditiously and effectively, with full transparency and accountability. Funds provided must be expended in accordance with all applicable federal statutes, regulations, policies, and guidance, including those of the ARRA of 2009 and the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. In addition, ARRA funds must be spent in accordance with the approved WIA State Plan, including approved Plan amendments. Continuous monitoring will be conducted to ensure all financial and program provisions are being met.

Should local areas have additional questions, please contact your ODJFS Fiscal Supervisor or call the Bureau of County Finance and Technical Assistance at (614) 752-9194.

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