RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services (EHSD) Director, or designee, to execute a contract with the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano in the amount of $135,000 to provide expanded CalFresh Outreach efforts for the period July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The funds allocated for this contract are 15% State ($20,250) and 85% Federal ($114,750), and are included in the FY 2018/19 department budget.
BACKGROUND:
The most recognized primary food security partner for counties in California is the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano (FBCCS). It is the presumptive service provider for CalFresh outreach services. The outreach efforts in Contra Costa County are achieved through the joint efforts of the County and FBCCS. The objective of the outreach efforts is to increase awareness of CalFresh and participation in the program. FBCCS works in collaboration with the County to educate and inform potentially eligible CalFresh households. It also partners with community-based organizations to engage and inform their customers of the availability of CalFresh benefits to improve their circumstances.
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