FISCAL IMPACT: (CONT'D)
This agreement is 26% funded by State and 74% funded by Federal dollars passed through the State Department of Education.
[CFDA #93.596 and #93.575]
BACKGROUND:
The Department was notified by the California Department of Education on June 2, 2020 of the County's 2020-21 allocation for the Alternative Payment childcare services program. The Alternative Payment childcare services program provides funding for program eligible families to receive services. Priority is given to families who interface with Child Protective Services, families with children at-risk of abuse and neglect, low-income families, and families with children who have special needs. The County Board of Supervisors approved agreement on June 23, 2020 (C.29). The first amendment added language to reflect Contra Costa County Pilot Plan with no changes on payment or term limit and therefore not requiring board approval. The Board approved a second amendment to accept additional funds on November 3, 2020 (C.43). This board resolution is to accept additional funds from the State.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, County will not receive funding to operate this childcare program.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Employment and Human Services Department Community Services Bureau supports three of Contra Costa County’s community outcomes - Outcome 1: “Children Ready for and Succeeding in School,” Outcome 3: “Families that are Economically Self-sufficient,” and, Outcome 4: “Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing.” These outcomes are achieved by offering comprehensive services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health services to low-income children throughout Contra Costa County.