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 the 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). The Board approved a third amendment to accept additional funds on February 9, 2021 (C.29). This board resolution is to accept additional funds from the State and to extend the term end date from June 30, 2021 to a new term end date of June 30, 2022.

If not approved, County will not receive additional funding to operate this childcare program.

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.