The Local Workforce Investment board (Local Board) is appointed by the chief elected official in each local area in accordance with state criteria established under WIA section 117(b), and is certified by the governor every two years, in accordance with WIA section 117(c)(2). 

In partnership with the chief elected official(s), the Local Board sets policy for the portion of the state-wide workforce investment system within the local area.

The Local Board and the chief elected official(s) may enter into an agreement that describes the respective roles and responsibilities of the parties.

The Local Board, in partnership with the chief elected official, develops the local workforce investment plan and performs the functions described in WIA section 117k(d).  A local area includes more than one unit of general local government in accordance with WIA Section 117(c)(1)(B), the chief elected officials of such units may execute an agreement to describe their responsibilities for carrying out the roles and responsibilities.  If, after a reasonable effort, the chief elected officials are unable to reach agreement, the governor may appoint the members of the Local Board from individuals nominated or recommended as specified in WIA section 117(b).  If the state plan indicated that the state will be treated as a local area under WIA Title 1, the governor may designate the State Board to carry out any of the roles of the Local Board.