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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 08182015 - C.61RECOMMENDATION(S): APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment & Human Services Director, or designee, to apply for and accept funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, for an amount not to exceed $3,443,834 for Early Head Start program services for the period of January 1 - December 31, 2016. FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for the period January 1 – June 30, 2016 is included in the Department’s FY 2015-16 budget. Funding for the period July 1 – December 31, 2016 will be included in the Department’s proposed FY 2016-17 budget. The County, as Grantee, is required to generate a non-federal match of $860,958 which is 20% of total federal and non-federal funding not to exceed $4,304,792. This match is achieved through collaboration with State Child Development programs and the volunteer hours accrued by Head Start parents and community partners. BACKGROUND: Head Start is a federal program that promotes the school readiness of children ages birth through five from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development. Head Start programs provide a learning environment that supports children's growth in the following domains: language and literacy; cognition and general knowledge; physical development and health; social and emotional development; and approaches to learning. Early Head Start provide services to pregnant women and children ages birth to three. Head Start/Early Head Start also provides comprehensive services which include health, nutrition, social and other services determined as necessary via family needs assessments. Services are designed to be responsive to each child APPROVE OTHER RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE Action of Board On: 08/18/2015 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER Clerks Notes: VOTE OF SUPERVISORS AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor Mary N. Piepho, District III Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor ABSENT:Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor Contact: CSB (925) 681-6345 I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown. ATTESTED: August 18, 2015 David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Chris Heck, Deputy cc: Christina Reich, Haydee Ilan, Cassandra Youngblood C. 61 To:Board of Supervisors From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director Date:August 18, 2015 Contra Costa County Subject:2016 Early Head Start Continuation Grant and family's ethnic, cultural, and linguistic heritage. Services are provided through a variety of service models including: centers or schools that children attend part or full day, family childcare homes and/or the children's own homes wherein a Head Start staff visit once per week to provide in-home services. Children who receive home-based services gather periodically with other enrolled families for group learning experiences facilitated by Head Start staff. Contra Costa County submits an application annually to U.S. Health and Human Services Department, Administration for Children and Families as the Head Start grantee. The annual application includes newly identified goals and objectives for the program. This application was reviewed and approved by the Head Start Policy Council on August 19, 2015. BACKGROUND: (CONT'D) Approval of this board order will allow the continued provision of Early Head Start services to program eligible children and families. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If not approved, County will not receive funding to operate Early Head Start childcare centers. CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT: The Community Services Bureau of the Employment & Human Services Department’s Early Head Start program 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. ATTACHMENTS Early Head Start Grant Narrative Contra Costa County Employment & Human Services Department Community Services Bureau 2016 Early Head Start Program Continuation Grant Funding Application EXECUTIVE SUMMARY INCOMING FUNDS NARRATIVE STATEMENT 1. PROJECT/PROGRAM TITLE. Early Head Start Program Continuation Grant Funding Application for Budget Period 1/1/16 through 12/31/16. 2. FUNDING AGENCY. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). 3. SUBMITTAL STATUS. This is a submission of application for continuation grant funding for FY 2016. 4. PROPOSED TERM. Funding must be requested annually. The standard one year budget period is from 1/1/16 through 12/31/16. The budget summary is below. 5. CURRENT FUNDING. Funding for Head Start and Early Head Start is provided by federal dollars. Contra Costa County, as Grantee, is required to generate a 20% non- federal match of the total project budget, which may be in cash or in -kind contributions, fairly valued. 6. FUTURE FUNDING. An application for continuation grant funding must be submitted each year. 7. BUDGET SUMMARY Total Federal and Non-Federal $4,304,792 Budget Categories: FY 2016 EHS Program Operation Personnel $ 753,821 Fringe Benefits $ 489,638 T & TA $ 82,944 Travel $ - Supplies $ 24,100 Contractual $1,890,400 Other $ 46,890 Sub-Total of Direct Charges $3,287,793 Indirect Costs $ 156,041 Total Federal Amount Being Requested $3,443,834 Non-Federal Share $ 860,958 2 8. STAFFING REQUIREMENTS. As Grantee, Contra Costa County operates the Early Head Start Program, which is administered and staffed by the Employment & Human Services Department, Community Services Bureau. 9. PROGRAM NEED. The Community Services Bureau serves the needs of low- income children (3-5 years of age under Head Start, and prenatal - 3 yrs under Early Head Start) and their families, by providing quality childcare, child development, and other services such as medical, mental health and dental needs. 10. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER PROGRAMS. The Community Services Bureau’s Early Head Start program combines Federal Head Start and State Child Development funding into one cohesive program. The Bureau also has strong collaborations with other departments within the County and partners with community based organizations, local private businesses, schools, non-profits, and volunteer organizations. 11. PROJECT GOALS. (Same goals and objectives for both Head Start and Early Head Start) Goal 1: Poor health and nutrition are significantly correlated to children and families living in poverty. CSB will address the need to improve indicators of nutritional health through increased education, and physical activity. Goal 2: Disabilities and mental health needs continue to trend upwards. CSB will expand mental health and disabilities assessment, treatment and case management linkage opportunities for children and families. Goal 3: Exposure to violence has a lasting impact on children’s development i ncluding their emotional, mental and physical health. CSB seeks to provide positive and enduring change that increases child attachment by providing services to promote the safety and well-being of children and families. Goal 4: CSB will provide ongoing learning opportunities to enhance employees’ career development and assist in meeting new job requirements. STATED OBJECTIVES.  By December 2016, CSB will implement the use of Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) screenings for all infants/toddlers and preschool -age children who are non- responsive to audiometric screenings.  By July 2016, CSB will implement an autism screening in an effort to link children and families to the appropriate interventions.  By December 2016, CSB will implement an in-reach program at the Contra Costa County Detention Facilities in partnership with Contra Costa County Probation and the County Office of Education.  By July 2016, CSB will enhance its violence prevention and safety program for children, families, and staff.  By December 2016, CSB will roll out the Family Development Credential training program to Comprehensive Services staff.  Through September 30, 2018, CSB will continue to support teaching staff in pursuit 3 of their degrees through leveraging of resources and ongoing partnership s with community colleges. 13. ACTIVITY SUMMARY. Program continues to provide high-quality services. 14. EVALUATION METHOD(S). Measurable, results-based child and family outcomes have been implemented, such as the required State of California’s Desi red Results Developmental Profile, for programs providing services through collaboration with the State of California Department of Education. 15. CHANGES COMPARED TO PRIOR YEAR (if any). Goals and Objectives cover FY 2013 – FY 2018. Policy Council has been involved in the development, review and evaluation process of the goals and objectives. 16. POTENTIAL CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES. None. Public perception of the Head Start and Early Head Start programs remain positive . The Policy Council approved submission of this grant at their August 19, 2015 meeting.