Doral Council Directs Staff to Explore Job Programs for Adults on the Autism Spectrum

Councilwoman Benito asked the City Council to direct the city manager, in collaboration with the HR director and city attorney, to research job-opportunity program models for adults on the autism spectrum and report findings and recommendations at a future meeting.

Benito said the request builds on recent work to serve families with special needs and described an ongoing gap after residents reach age 21. "We have a responsibility as a local government to try to help these families, especially when it comes to services or guidance," Benito said, asking staff to examine program models, legal considerations, funding sources and partnership opportunities.

The city manager agreed to convene staff, the HR director and the city attorney and asked for time until February to complete the review because of internal deadlines. The council approved the request by motion, with staff directed to return with findings and recommendations for council consideration.