Mr. Carl Dominguez Deputy Director, Department of Public Works, Government of Guam

Guam Transportation Program Guam Transportation Improvement Plan (GTIP) –4-year Plan (2012 – 2015) –Near-term improvement plan that is financially feasible and as provided for in the 2030 Guam Transportation Plan –Criteria for GTIP Projects: Condition and Need Source of Funds Availability of Funds

GTIP Funding FY2012 through FY2015 FISCAL YEARSOURCEAMOUNT 2012GARVEE$ 50,000,000 Emergency Relief Funds$ 6,354,505 Section 1934$ 3,484,357 Territorial Highway Program$ 26,526, Territorial Highway Program$ 18,000, Territorial Highway Program$ 18,000, Territorial Highway Program$ 18,000,000 TOTAL$141,565,332

Guam Transportation Training Program (GTTP) The Department of Public Works recognizes the need for a skilled workforce to support its numerous highway improvement projects Through a partnership with the FHWA, DPW was awarded an On-the-Job Training & Support Services (OJTSS) grant to develop the Guam Transportation Training Program (GTTP) The GTTP OJT/SS program provides training opportunities in highway construction and other transportation related services for the underserved, unemployed and under employed.

Guam Transportation Training Program (GTTP) The GTTP includes pre-testing, trades related classroom learning and on-the-job training placement programs Program also includes assistance in overcoming barriers to training and employment opportunities: –Childcare & Transportation to classes –Training Related Tools –Remedial & Specialized Training Training partners include: –Guam Trades Academy –Guam Community College –OSH Solutions (Safety) –Malinao Shuttle Service, SSAM Shuttle & KEI

Related Services Support Services Transportation Skills Trade Level I On-The-Job Training Remedial Education Core Curriculum Job Readiness Recruitment Job Mentoring Outreach Retention Follow-Up Retention Follow-Up GTTP Skills Training GTTP Components Childcare Training Tools

Guam Transportation Training Program (GTTP) Training program is customized to the participant’s needs and abilities –Program placement based on Pre-Test results, experience and/or abilities Fully documented process –Individual participant tracking from start to finish –Follow up to ensure participation throughout training –Full transcripts for each participant upon completion –Post testing and follow up interviews with employers

Sample Training Program Academic Competencies (Remedial) Technical Core Curriculum Trade Specific Training Reading Basic Safety 12.5 Hrs. Field Safety I 6 months Writing Intro to Construction Math - 10 hrs Project Management I 9 months Math Intro to Hand Tools 10 hrs Heavy Highway I - 12 months Communication Skills Intro to Power Tools 10 hrs Construction Laborer I 12 months Personal Effectiveness Intro to Construction Drawings – 10 hrs Heavy Equip Operator I 36 months Basic Rigging – 15 hrs

GTTP Participant Challenges Lack of knowledge or interest in transportation construction related careers Perception that construction is only for H2 foreign workers Large percentage of applicants require remedial classes Ability to pass Police and Court Clearances Lack of Transportation & Childcare

Participant Literacy Levels Cycle 1 PercentageLiteracy Level 30 %9 th Grade 20 %8 th Grade 10 %7 th Grade 5 %6 th Grade 5 %5 th Grade 70% Required Remedial Classes Cycle 2 PercentageLiteracy Level 17 %9 th Grade 25 %8 th Grade 17 %7 th Grade 8 %6 th Grade 8 %5 th Grade 58% Required Remedial Classes Program pre-test results for applicants has underscored the need for basic remedial training:

GTTP Program Highlights Number of Applicants477 Participants Selected167 Number of Participants Who Have Completed Core Curriculum 131 Number of Participants Placed with Contractor for OJT or Permanent Job 34

GTTP Supportive Initiatives DPW & FHWA has extended the program to support the Center for Micronesian Excellence (CME): –Funding for 20 participants to learn Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) in North Carolina –Funding for 9 participants to participate in the GTTP program (including transportation services) Application for additional OJT/SS grant funds have been submitted to FHWA for FY 2012 Coordinated on-going effort with the Guam Contractors Association & private construction companies for placement of program graduates

GTTP Supportive Initiatives Governor Calvo recently signed Executive Order # promoting On-The-Job Training and the hiring of apprentices for Government of Guam Construction projects: –Section 4 states: “In lieu of persons enrolled in a formal apprenticeship program, a contracting agency may authorize contractors to employ individuals who will be supervised and engaged in on-the-job-training”. Applies to all Public Works Projects over $100,000 The number of OJT trainees shall be determined by the contracting agency based on the size and complexity of the project