Source + trust record
Source checked as of September 18, 2026. Primary authority: EDD WSD14-10, active WSD24-10, and EDD’s current Active Directives list.
Check result: WSD14-10 remains listed as active but is historical implementation guidance for California’s initial transition to WIOA Local Area designation and Local Board certification. It should not be used for current deadlines or evidence requirements. WSD24-10 is the current directive for PY 2025-27 subsequent designation and Local Board recertification. This AI-assisted brief does not receive human legal or compliance review. Official sources control.
WDB decision strip
| STATUS | ACTION | PRIMARY OWNER | CURRENT TIMING | IMPACT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACTIVE HISTORICAL BASELINE | USE CURRENT RECERTIFICATION GUIDANCE FOR CURRENT CYCLES | Board Governance + Chief Elected Officials | Historical WIOA implementation reference | Initial designation · Board certification · Governance history |
The bottom line
This directive documents California’s original WIOA Local Area designation and Board certification process, not the current recertification cycle. Use current EDD designation/recertification guidance for present submissions while retaining WSD14-10 for historical governance and implementation context.
Official source: EDD WSD14-10 — Initial Local Area Designation and Local Board Certification Under WIOA
Active legacy guidance: this directive documents California’s original transition into WIOA Local Area designation and Board certification
WSD14-10 established the initial process for designating Local Workforce Development Areas and certifying Local Boards as WIOA took effect. EDD continues to list the directive as active, but current designation and recertification cycles are governed by newer directives such as WSD24-10.
Active legacy guidance
Issued
February 20, 2015
Era
Initial WIOA implementation
Subjects
Area designation + Board certification
Current cycle
Use WSD24-10
Executive takeaway
The directive remains valuable for understanding the statutory foundation of Local Area designation and Board certification, including the roles of Chief Local Elected Officials, local governance, performance, fiscal integrity, and Board composition. It should not be used as the deadline calendar for a current recertification cycle.
What remains relevant
- The distinction between Local Area designation and Local Board certification.
- The central governance role of Chief Local Elected Officials.
- The connection between designation, performance, fiscal integrity, and WIOA compliance.
- The statutory composition and certification framework for Local Boards.
Use newer cycle guidance for action. WSD24-10 contains California’s current PY 2025-27 subsequent-designation and Local Board recertification requirements.
Source basis
Primary source: EDD WSD14-10 — Initial Local Area Designation and Local Board Certification Under WIOA