(a) The Local Board and the chief elected official must negotiate
with the Governor and reach agreement on the local levels of
performance for each indicator identified in Sec. 666.300 of this
subpart. The levels must be based on the State adjusted levels of
performance established under Sec. 666.120 and take into account the
factors described in paragraph (b) of this section.
(b) In determining the appropriate local levels of performance, the
Governor, Local Board and chief elected official must take into account
specific economic, demographic and other characteristics of the
populations to be served in the local area.
(c) The performance levels agreed to under paragraph (a) of this
section must be incorporated in the local plan. (WIA secs. 118(b)(3)
and 136(c).)