[nfbmi-talk] this is all too dateded
joe harcz Comcast
joeharcz at comcast.net
Tue Nov 9 02:19:34 UTC 2010
Observation: MCB funds I&E projects that are primarily recreational in nature, as opposed to directly linked to employment. I&E funds are for the development and implementation of innovative approaches to expand and improve the provision of VR services to individuals with disabilities. An example of an I&E project could be a pilot work readiness and job coaching program for transition-age youths.
MCB has been using I&E funds to cover expenditures related to the Newsline for the Blind, which provides access to a variety of news media for persons who are blind or visually-impaired, including vacancy announcements and employment related classified advertisements. This service would be better provided as a service to groups pursuant to 34 CFR 361.49.
Recommendations: RSA recommends that MCB:
5.1 transfer funding of Newsline from an I&E project to services for groups under 34 CFR 361.49; and
5.2 ensure any projects funded under I&E are employment-focused, consistent with 34 CFR 361.35.
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